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World’s 50 Best Bars Dispatches from France

- December 15, 2021 | May 16, 2022 - Forest Collins

What surprises did this year’s Worlds 50 Best Bars awards ceremony have in store? I hit the ceremony’s in London to find out just that

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Venice Cocktail Week 2021

- December 6, 2021 | December 6, 2021 - Forest Collins

As if we need one more reason to go to Venice! But, here you have it: this charming Italian city has launched its own cocktail week

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When in Rome, drink in its best cocktail bars

- August 8, 2021 | August 17, 2021 - Forest Collins

When it comes to mixology, Italy is rivaling many cocktail hot-spots for drinks quality. Want to explore beyond typical Italian aperitivos and Tuscan wines? Take a look at our list of some of the best cocktail bars in Rome.

World’s 50 Best Bars: Behind the Scenes

Love them or love to loathe them, ‘best of lists’ always get a lot of attention. This month, I talked to Mark Sansom of World’s 50 Best Bars to dig a bit deeper on how their list is compiled, what makes it different and get more ‘behind the scenes’ details.

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Little Red Door’s New Cocktail Menu and Terrace Tables

- June 13, 2020 | June 13, 2020 - Forest Collins

Little Red Door’s new cocktail menu explores the taste and sensations of flavor & they’re opening a temporary terrace

Paris, Part Time: Lisa Baker Morgan, chef and author on drinking, eating and living part time in Paris

What’s it like to live a foodie and drinkie life between the US and France? Chef/Author Lisa Baker Morgan dishes on just that for Paris Cocktail Talk!

What will Parisians do after COVID-19 Confinement?

Hello Cocktail Lovers! We continue to explore how the COVID-19 virus and travel restrictions have affected France. For this episode we are taking a lighter approach and asking fellow Parisians […]

Ice in Cocktails

Hello Cocktail Lovers! You might be surprised to find out just how crucial ice is to cocktails and about its many different interesting aspects. I’ve invited a couple of friends […]

Women, Bar & Restaurant Culture with Ruba Khoury of Dirty Lemon

This month I was joined by DAvid Lebovitz as cohost and we chatted with Paris-trained chef Ruba Khoury, chef/owner of Dirty Lemon. She has worked in some big name Michelin starred spots like Frenchie, Septime, and Yam’Tcha. But I am loving her latest project, which is a restaurant and bar with a modern Mediterranean menu plus cocktails. She came into the studio to talk about women’s bars in Paris, her new venture, and what her cultural and geographic background bring to the mix for Dirty Lemon.

Cocktail & Spirits News

Viva Agave! Meet Sophie Decobecq of Calle 23 Tequila

- March 19, 2019 | March 17, 2019 - Forest Collins

Viva Agave – the festival dedicated to all things agave starts tomorrow! And, we’re at our second to last interview in the agave series…

Paris Cocktail Talk Back Episdoes

Paris Cocktail Talk

The Pilot

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The Pilot

Jan 5, 2016 • 33:05

In the pilot episode of Paris Cocktail Talk we talk about cocktail trends and favorite Paris bars with local bartenders Thierry Daniel, Josh Fontaine, and Thibaut Neuman.
New Bar Openings

Jan 22, 2016 • 27:16

In this episode of Paris Cocktail Talk we explore what's new in the Paris cocktail scene and focus on new cocktail bars opening in Paris. We'll visit three bars that have recently opened (or reopened): Les Justes, Tiger, and Les Bains.
Paris Cocktail Week

Feb 5, 2016 • 37:28

In honor of Paris Cocktail Week, we caught up with some of the participants in this year's event to talk cocktails. From brand ambassadors to bartenders we get the low down on this annual cocktail event.
Brand Ambassadors

Feb 19, 2016 • 43:58

This week on Paris Cocktail Talk we're getting to know some locally based brand ambassadors to find out more about their favorite perks (and pitfalls) of the job and, of course, their favorite cocktails.
Single Spirit Bars

Mar 4, 2016 • 41:29

In this episode of Paris Cocktail Talk we get into single spirits bars. We'll talk bourbon at The Beast, rum at Mabel, and whiskey at Sherry Butt.
Rum

Mar 25, 2016 • 39:04

This episode of Paris Cocktail Talk is all about rum. We'll get into the history of rum, debates about sugar in rum, and great places to taste rum in Paris.
Tiki Talk Part I

Apr 8, 2016 • 16:34

In Part I of our Tiki Talk series, we'll be chatting with Scotty Schuder of Dirty Dick, artist Bai Tiki, and Alexandre Gabriel of Pierre Ferrand Cognac.
Beginner Bartender Basics

Apr 22, 2016 • 41:38

This episode of Paris Cocktail Talk is all about beginner bartenders. We'll talk with local shop owners and bartenders and get advice on how to start up a home bar and equip yourself to make cocktails from the comfort of your own home!
Tiki Take 2

Jul 15, 2016 • 40:59

Part 2 of our Tiki Series! We'll talk with art historian Carol Ivory, Tiki authority Jeff Beachbum Berry, and Cédric Caer, co-owner of Le Tiki Lounge in Paris
Rhum Fest

May 19, 2017 • 30:19

This episode of Paris Cocktail Talk is all about Rhum Fest 2017. We'll talk with some of the brand ambassadors present at the Fest this year, with a focus on Rhum from exotic places like Thailand, Mexico, and beyond. We'll also catch up with some of our favorite faces from…