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Across the Bar
by Foodable TV
Innovations in libations - mixology, craft beer & wineThe show that breaks down all the latest trends and innovations in the artistry of mixology, craft beer and wine. Join Paul Barron restaurant industry expert as Across The Bar explores the modern hospitality beverage industry in great depth, with episodes on mixology, craft beer and wine.
Episodes
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Miami's Best Bartenders Stir Up Competition With the 'Black Box Challenge'
On this episode of "Across the Bar," we did something a little bit different. We went down to Miami to round up some of the best bartenders in the business and had them show off their skills in a black box challenge. With an ever-changing beverage industry, we wanted to get into the minds of top...
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Culinary-Driven Drinks are All The Rave at LA's Birch
Nearly five miles south of the Hollywood sign, one can find Birch, a New American restaurant offering culinary-driven cocktails in a rustic setting. The name for this Los Angeles spot serves as a subtle homage to the hometown of its chef/owner, Brendan Collins, who grew up in Nottingham, England,...
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Foodable's Best Cocktails of the Year 2016
From the cool weather and cultural centers of Toronto to the sunny beaches and saucy swagger of Miami, we traveled to many different cities this year on "Across the Bar," but one thing remained the same: No matter where you go, you can always find a crisp, classic, and creative cocktail to sip…
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Cocktail Of The Year 2016
Check out Across the Bar's #cocktails and #mixologists nominees of the year featuring artisans from Barchef Brimmer & Heeltap, Bar Raval,Liquid Art House, A.kitchen, and Beaker & Gray! Stay tuned to see who wins the coveted No. 1 spot!
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Beaker & Gray Amps Up Crafted Cocktails in Wynwood
In Miami's already world-renowned, artsy neighborhood of Wynwood, one can find Beaker & Gray, an 110-seat eatery located at the popular avenue of North Miami, which serves thoughtfully crafted cocktails using high-quality spirits. In this episode of "Across The Bar," host Paul Barron has a chance...
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a.bar Crafts the Perfect Atmosphere for Craft Cocktails
Bar Manager at a.bar, Dan Hamm, landed his first job as a bartender at a craft cocktail bar. He found that bartending was a great mix of his loves: cooking, drinking, and DIY. Behind the bar, he was able to experiment with tastes and flavors while still being able to interact with guests and get...
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Historic Husk Bar Brings New Life to Old-Fashioned Classics
The Husk Bar is found downstairs in what used to be the master bedroom of a historic 1800s home in Rutledge Hill. Upstairs you will find the James Beard Award-winning restaurant, Husk Restaurant. The bar has an attached patio, and right outside, you will find an atrium providing something more…
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Historical Cocktail Journey at The Sazerac Bar
In New Orleans, there is a concoction that has stood the test of time. It is said to be the first-ever American cocktail — although no one can say for sure where the word "cocktail" derived from with certainty or historical proof, for that matter. It is called the Sazerac. This drink is actually...
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French 75 Named After a Cannon? Its Power-Packing Cocktails Prove It
In this episode of "Across the Bar," Foodable travels to the corner of Canal and Bourbon street to visit French 75. Perhaps one wouldn't expect a 1920s French-themed bar to do so well in modern-day times, but this classic concept is more than just a New Orleans icon. Arnaud's French Bar 75 has…
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Cocktails Are a Work of Art at Liquid Art House
Mixology lovers often believe crafting the perfect cocktail is an art, but this Boston concept takes that idea to a whole new level. Liquid Art House is not only an innovative restaurant — it's a fully-functioning art gallery. From the pieces adorning the walls to the furniture, down to the...
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Open at 8 a.m., Bar Raval Brings a Taste of Spain to Toronto
Bar Raval, a staple in Toronto's culinary & beverage scene and helmed by acclaimed chef Grant van Gameren with partners Robin Goodfellow and Michael Webster, is heavily influenced by the Spanish resort town San Sebastian. "To make the best use out of the space, we wanted to pack people in, so…
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At Linwood Essentials, Experiential Cocktails Paired With a Story
“The idea for a lot of the cocktails I freestyle comes down to a simple ratio: equal parts strong, sweet, sour, herbaceous,” says Jake Valianes, owner and bar manager at Linwood Essentials in Toronto. In this “Across the Bar” episode, host and Foodable founder Paul Barron imbibes three of…
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BarChef Challenges Conventional Cocktails, Creates a New Drinking Experience
In Toronto, a dimly lit venue accompanied by candlelight is the home to culinary experiences beyond the imagination. It’s Frankie Solarik’s lab for culinary concoctions known as cocktails, but not of the familiar sort. BarChef, unlike many of the concepts we’ve visited on “Across the Bar” thus…
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Brimmer & Heeltap, Where Every Drink Has a Story
For a city that is mostly gray, Seattle’s Brimmer & Heeltap packs a punch of vibrancy — from its bright white walls and turquoise cushions to its plate presentations and drink garnishes. The decor reads as an eclectic mix of inspiration, which falls parallel — whether consciously or not — to the...
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At Naka, a Gin & Tonic Deconstruction and Charcoal Cocktails
We’re kicking off Season 4 of “Across the Bar” at Seattle’s Naka Kaiseki. an eatery that highlights Japanese cuisine and handcrafted cocktails that compliment and balance these unique flavors. We’re joined by Nik Virrey, bartender at Naka, who originally got into the business through coffee....
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The Best Footage of 2015
This season’s “Across the Bar” has been our sexiest season yet. From San Francisco to Boston, this year took us in front of some of the most innovative cocktails, prepared by mastermind mixologists whose unique crafted cocktails dazzled us to the very last sip. In this compilation video, brought…
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Ross Simon of Bitter & Twisted
Ross Simon realized in Scotland that he preferred booze over books. “I was better at working in a pub than I was at college, and I enjoyed it a lot more,” he says. In the early 2000s, he invested himself to learning and understanding the craft of the cocktail. And just five years later, Simon…
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Southern Flavor Heats Up at Okra Cookhouse & Cocktails
A trained sommelier with former chef aspirations, Micah Olson, co-owner and mixologist at Okra Cookhouse & Cocktails, found the perfect balance in mixology. After taking a free week-long mixology course from a renowned bartender, Olson was blown away at the limitless opportunities for creation...
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Spirits Take the Stage at San Francisco's Burritt Room + Tavern
Inspired by film noir, Burritt Room + Tavern is a hotel restaurant and bar unlike many others. For starters, it’s got style. A sultry space with a retro feel, Burritt Room is tucked away in San Francisco’s Union Square at the Mystic Hotel. The venue boasts fine-dine-level food, a sexy atmosphere,...
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Coastal-Inspired Cocktails at The Hampton Social
You wouldn't normally think of a breezy beach in Chicago, but guests will surely let their stress slip away with the coastal-inspired cuisine and seaside-themed cocktails at The Hampton Social. In this episode of "Across the Bar," brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we visit Beverage...
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CH DISTILLERY — Combining science and art in mixology
At CH Distillery, Chicago can get a taste of the city's only truly local vodka. But it's not only its use of local ingredients that sets it apart from the competition. With its unique, lab-like venue and transparent glass windows showing off its in-house liquor making, CH Distillery gives guests…
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San Francisco's Trick Dog Knows No Creative Limits
Obscurely nestled in a multi-story townhouse in San Francisco lies Trick Dog, a James Beard nominated drinking establishment run by The Bon Vivants. The vibe is decidedly homey with a warehouse feel, as a canine-themed neighborhood bar should be. In this episode of “Across the Bar,” brought to…
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Bar Takito — Using Tea As an Ingredient to Modernize Classic Cocktails
Bar Takito has a piece of our heart — not only for Adam Weber’s cocktails but also for reasons of nostalgia. The venue’s mothership, Takito Kitchen, kicked off our very first “Across the Bar” episode back in 2013. A bar and its resident mixologist can evolve a lot in two years, and Bar Takito is…
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Austin's VOX Table — Where Cocktail Craftsmanship Meets Childhood Nostalgia
There are three questions one must ask when developing new cocktails at VOX Table in Austin, TX: Does it taste good? Is it fun? And is it something you’re willing to make 100 times a night? In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we are joined by Travis...
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The Pinewood -- Unique Drinks Popping with Aromatics
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, guests will be pining over the drinks at The Pinewood. Paul Barron joins partner and beverage director, Julian Goglia, as he introduces divine beverages that pop with aromatics. From the Old Forester...
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Bar Congress -- Reviving Historical Cocktails With an Artisan Twist
Craft Bartender Jason Stevens, self-described as a normally timid guy, went into the bartending business for the social aspect of it. In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we bring viewers into Bar Congress, an Austin establishment where Stevens serves…
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MO Bar + Lounge — Cocktails That Excite All Senses
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we are bringing viewers into Miami luxury at the Mandarin Oriental. The getaway’s resident MO Bar + Lounge features floor-to-ceiling glass windows, welcoming a perfect view of the city skyline, and cocktails vibrant…
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The Aviary — Cocktail Innovation Like You've Never Seen Before
Micah Melton fell in love with bartending while attending culinary school. So when the Aviary opened in Chicago, the kitchen-driven bar seemed a natural fit. Now Beverage Director at the Aviary, Micah is part “mad scientist” for his innovative concoctions that cannot be replicated by any...
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Tavern Road Turns Up the Volume on Classic Cocktails
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we are back at Boston’s Tavern Road, but this time, at the bar. Beverage Director Ryan McGrale recounts how he “accidentally" got involved in the bar business, and serves up three of his best cocktails, including a...
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Shojo– a Gastropub that Brings an Authentic Asian Flare to Boston
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, host Paul Barron sits with Markus Yao, the Head Bartender at Boston's Gastropub Shojo and discusses the inspiration for the unique seasonal bar menu. One of the popular beverages, the "Cold Tea" mimics the look of a...
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Creative Cocktail Creations at the Argyle
It’s Happy Hour! Enjoy this kick off to Across the Bar Season 3! In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, host Paul Barron slides across the counter from the taciturn but talented Chris Hewes at the Argyle located in Los Angeles. This bartending guru…
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Oak Tavern– Uniquely Constructed Cocktails With Historical Roots
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we bring you to Oak Tavern in Miami. Host Paul Barron speaks with the kick-ass bartender, Megan Bardoe about how some of the cocktail creations were inspired by history, including their take on a mezcal old…
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Sunda– Adventurous Cocktails with an Asian Twist
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we bring you to Chicago's Sunda. Host, Paul Barron speaks to the bar's mixologist Nahm Kim about how his beverages compliment the restaurant's cuisine, while incorporating an Asian twist to the craft cocktails. Watch...
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Bourbon Tasting at Yardbird
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we are at Miami's Yardbird. Lead mixologist, Robert Ortenzio prepares a tasting of different bourbons of all different colors. Learn more about this inviting yet complex liquor and the best ingredients for a bourbon...
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Sultry Cocktails at Chicago's Underground
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we take you to the swanky Chicago club, Underground where mixologist, Jon Ruiz whips up some of the club's most sultry cocktails. The beverages not only look striking, but they are deliciously mixed with various…
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15 Romolo Boosts Handcrafted Cocktails with Bitters
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we take you to San Francisco's 15 Romolo, where mixologist Ian Adams prepares some uniquely handcrafted cocktails, including their signature "Velvet Jukebox." Watch to see what house-made ingredients and artisanal...
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Wynwood Bar Crawl
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we’re making our way through Wynwood, Miami’s Art District, with a bar crawl! Get a first hand look at how craft beer, craft cocktails, wine, and the eclectic purveyors behind them are helping to shape the neighborhood.
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Cocktail Chef Brings the Bar to Every Table
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we take you to a pop-up bar at Cliff's Edge, where Cocktail Chef Matt Biancaniella brings the bar to every table. He shows us how he uses fresh ingredients, organic liquors and even some ant beer to add some flavor…
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Refreshing Cocktails in South Beach
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we are in Miami Beach’s Loews Hotel at Lure Fishbar, where Bar Manager Robert J. Ferrara is mixing things up for us. First up? Full Mast — a craft cocktail made up of Bourbon, Benedictine, Oloroso Sherry, Apple Jack,...
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Jade Bar - Crafted Pairings in Phoenix
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we’re mixing things up a bit in Phoenix! We head to Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort, where Jade Bar’s Master Mixologist Robert Porter and Elements Chef Chad Anderson prepare some perfect pairings for us. Watch…
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Havana-Inspired La Descarga Takes Complex Cocktails to L.A.
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we are in Los Angeles at La Descarga, a ’40s Havana, Cuba-inspired bar and cigar lounge. Self-taught Head Bartender Joseph Swifka takes us through the La Descarga experience, complete with whipping up three specialty...
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The Old is New Again at The Regent Cocktail Club
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we are in Miami Beach at The Regent Cocktail Club, a classic, intimate venue that changes its cocktail menu daily. Mixologist Richie Petronzi educates us on the bar’s historical ties, and how The Regent is trying to...
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TEQUILA!
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we head to Vegas to check out The Spanish Voyage. Tequila Master, Kevin Vanegas, takes us on a tour of Mexico through 3 different types of tequila - and we're not just talking margaritas. Check out the full episode…
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Sportsman's Club - Soulful Cocktails in Chicago
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network we head to Sportsman’s Club in Chicago, an off-the-beaten-path bar where industry professionals and regulars gather for great cocktails. Bartender Jacyara de Oliveira shows us the quirky details of what makes...
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A Los Angeles Bar with New York Flair
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we head to the Ace Hotel in Los Angeles to catch up with mixologist Dan Sabo. The hotel is a standout in the Downtown L.A. area for a few reasons, but ultimately, the space lends a New York sensibility, giving the...
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A Blind Wine Tasting with Sommelier Cindy Woodman
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we’re joined by sommelier Cindy Woodman of Cafe Boulud for a blind wine tasting, where Paul’s wine knowledge is put to the test. Watch the full episode as Cindy walks us through the many wine components – old world…
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Bar Stache - Refining the Cocktail Experience
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, Paul makes his way to Fort Lauderdale’s Bar Stache, a 1920s drinking den that balances equal parts quality cocktails and music. Mixologist John Lermayer shows us around the venue, complemented by eclectic art and...
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The Art of Beer in Miami's Art District
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we’re exploring Miami’s emerging beer scene at Wynwood Brewery. Founded by a father-son duo, the brewery reflects the surrounding area of Miami’s Art District, a neighborhood littered with local, mom-and-pop-style...
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2013 Best Of Across the Bar
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, is a very special episode. 2013 has been an amazing year: we've traveled the country and met with some of the best of the best in mixology; enjoyed some great drinks; and got a little buzzed along the way. Join us as...
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Whiskey 101 - A Blind Tasting
In this episode of Across the Bar, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, Paul indulges in a blind whiskey tasting at The Flatiron Room in New York City. Whiskey Sommelier Heather Green explains how to properly enjoy the whiskey tasting experience, from the olfactory sensation to…
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Innovations in libations - mixology, craft beer & wineThe show that breaks down all the latest trends and innovations in the artistry of mixology, craft beer and wine. Join Paul Barron restaurant industry expert as Across The Bar explores the modern hospitality beverage industry in great depth, with episodes on mixology, craft beer and wine.
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