Gerardo “G” Bustamante — From Mexico City to Harlem: Identity & Bartending Hustle

Send us Fan MailGerardo Bustamante — born in Mexico City, raised in Harlem, and shaped by summers in Miahuatlán, Oaxaca where his family produces mezcal. In this episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, Gerardo, or "G" as many know him ins this industry,  opens up about identity, belonging, and how an Xbox and a packed schedule at home pushed him into hospitality. From washing dishes at 16 to mastering speed and volume behind the bar. This episode is honest and packed with lessons for anyone building a life in hospitality. Hear the stories that forged his voice: identity between two worlds, the grind behind Milly’s and Monkey Thief, and the pop-ups he runs to lift the Latino community. G has built a career that blends craft, community, and cultural pride.🚨SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT AND SHARE  if you’re all about craft, culture, and the grind.🍸🚨FOLLOW OUR GUEST ON IG:@GEE.ANDTHETINS@MILLYSONGREEN@MONKEYTHIEFBAR FOLLOW US:IG @bartalkingtalkingbarnycTikTok @bttbnycpodcast🌎 https://bartalkingtalkingbarnyc.comWATCH FULL EPISODE HERE: https://youtu.be/sytitzR0v8I🔊 📻 Listen to the full, uncensored episode wherever you get your podcasts.We're on every platform. Seriously.SUPPORT  THE  SHOW AND DONATE 🫶🏼👇🏽https://www.buzzsprout.com/2526003/supporthttps://buymeacoffee.com/bartalkingtalkingbarnycEvery donation makes a difference and keeps this project thriving.Inquiries please reach out to Nury Robles at:📧 [email protected] podcast is designed for listeners aged 21 and over, or where the legal drinking age permits.Support the showThis podcast is designed for listeners aged 21 and over, or where the legal drinking age permits.  You Tube https://www.youtube.com/@BarTalkingTalkingBar-z8pIG https://www.instagram.com/bartalkingtalkingbarnyc/Follow, Like, Share, Comment and Subscribe