Sip your way through New Orleans for a few days and it’s easy to lose track of what you’ve tasted. The caliber of mixologists and products at Tales of the Cocktail, however, guarantees more than a few memorable libations.More>>

Nuela, a South American restaurant and ceviche bar, and Aspen Social Club, a modern ski lodge-inspired bar, both opened in New York City, while Estadio opened in D.C. and Vessel in Seattle celebrated Bastille Day.More>>

Interstate Hotels & Resorts, the Arlington, Va.-based company, is exposing bartender secrets with the June launch of its the “Confessions of a Bartender” cocktail menu.More>>

Information and photos detailing the following new products: Smirnoff Mango and Smirnoff Peach, 2009 Valley of the Moon Unoaked Chardonnay and McCain Signature Crescent Cut Fries.More>>

Technomic announced its expectation that on-premise alcohol sales will increase 1.1 percent in 2010, and within the restaurant industry, there are signs of increased employment and new positions available.More>>

Romano's Macaroni Grill's new CEO, Norman Abdallah; Diageo Chateau & Estates Wines sold its Barton & Guestier Bordeaux business; number of restaurants in the U.S. fell by 5,204 units; DineEquity Inc. is selling 63 of its Applebee's restaurants; and much more.More>>

Diageo honored spirits, wine and beer distributors at the Seventh Annual Golden Bar Awards at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City Monday night.More>>

Nightclub News and Information on: Lolita’s Cantina and Tequila Bar features holograms, the San Fran EC's power expanded, United Kingdom nightclub closings, Social House opens inside Crystals at CityCenter.More>>

Bonefish Grill, the Tampa, Fla.-based restaurant and bar with 29 locations is holding the “Best Cocktail Featuring a New Spirit” contest at Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans, which takes place this week.More>>

Information and photos of the following new products: Brinley Gold “Shipwreck” Spiced Rum, Reunion – A Beer For Hope, CyRAQ 1000 Digital Display.More>>