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Nobody Asked Me, But... August 23, 2011
Not exactly a top 10 list — instead a grab bag of thoughts from a drinks observer who has a few opinions to share about bar and mixology trends. More>>
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Seven Steps to Building Repeat Business August 12, 2011
Want to double the volume of business you’re doing at the bar? Gimmicks and slick promotions won’t get you there. The only tried-and-true way to accomplish your goal is to convert first-time visitors into regular clientele.More>>
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What "Culinary" Means to You August 8, 2011
There’s always something to pick up at food-service industry conferences: "Culinary" has come to mean kitchen-driven when it comes to cocktails.More>>
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Lessons from Tales of the Cocktail: How To Create the Perfect Menu July 21, 2011
Angus Winchester from Tanqueray and Sean Finter from Barmetrix discuss what makes a perfect beverage menu at Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans. More>>
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Don’t Be Your Own Worst Enemy July 19, 2011
Bad bosses create toxic work environments, which dissipate staff morale, undercut performance and foster conditions for theft. Robert Plotkin gives his take on conduct commandments for bar owners. More>>
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On Location with “Bar Rescue:” Angry Ham’s Garage, Framingham, Mass. June 27, 2011
Spike TV's "Bar Rescue" taped at Angry Ham's Garage in Framingham, Mass., where Jon Taffer worked to repair a bar suffering from lack of leadership, systems and controls. Will the Taffer fix clean up this mess? More>>
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Heineken & Pernod Offer Worthwhile Education June 13, 2011
Can an educational program from an alcohol supplier company be unbiased? Absolutely. Two recent offerings prove they also can be invaluable to beverage professionals. More>>
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On Location with "Bar Rescue:" Champs in Burbank, Calif. June 6, 2011
Champs in Burbank, Calif. is in deep trouble — bartenders are over-pouring, the decor is out of date and the menu is a mess. Can Jon Taffer of NCB Media Group and Spike TV's new show "Bar Rescue" prevent disaster? More>>
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On Location with "Bar Rescue:" Swanky Bubbles in Philadelphia May 23, 2011
Outdated decor, unwieldy menu, unworkable bar — can this bar be saved? Spike TV's "Bar Rescue" shoots an episode at Swanky Bubbles in Philadelphia. More>>
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On Location with "Bar Rescue:" Downey’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, Philadelphia May 18, 2011
Spike TV's "Bar Rescue" puts the fix on Downey's in Philadelphia. Our writer was on location for the shoot and the grand re-opening. More>>
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