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Bartenders to Mix Up Drinks for a Hurricanes Harvey and Irma Fundraiser

On Sunday, September 24, 2017, New York City’s food and beverage communities will unite on behalf of those hurt most by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. The fundraising event, “NYC LOVES TX & FL,” has...
BehBar Tequila

Let’s Talk Tequila

I spent a large part of my life in what I call the “Salmon Phase.” This era consisted of me fighting my way through life—swimming upstream against the current. I was trying to force everything...
Crystal Head Vodka

Crystal Head Vodka Launches Iridescent Skull

Multi-award winning, ultra-premium Crystal Head Vodka, known for its signature skull bottle, has introduced a new expression of vodka with AURORA. Distilled in Newfoundland, Canada, Crystal Head AURORA comes in a beautifully crafted bottle, which...

A Strategic Approach to workplace injuries

In 2015, a staggering 97% of all workplace injuries reported in the U.S. occurred in service industries such as bars and restaurants, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (“Employer-Reported Workplace Injuries and Illnesses—2015,”...

Sparking Interest

So much about our industry is based around presentation and performance—the perfectly plated meal, an Instagram-worthy venue, the performance bartenders put on as they shake and stir their way to presenting a cocktail. Patrons no...
Strawberry Field Cocktail

Strawberry Fields Forever

Ingredients: 1 oz Stillhouse Original Whiskey 3/4 oz Fresh Lemon Juice 3/4 oz St Germain 2 Strawberries Club Soda Directions: Add strawberries, lemon juice, and St Germain into a shaker. Muddle well and add Stillhouse Original Whiskey and ice. Shake well...
Cocktail Recipe

Passion Fruit Pisco Sour

Ingredients: I.5 oz. Pisco .75 oz. Lime juice .5 oz. Giffard Crème de Fruit de la Passion .25 oz. Simple syrup 1 egg white Directions: Shake ingredients together with ice and double strain into a chilled, stemmed cocktail glass. Carefully place...
Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show

Florida Restaurant and Lodging Show Postponed Due Hurricane Irma

The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 11 to Friday, October 13, 2017 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL due to the expected impact of Hurricane...
Birra Moretti Italy's Classic Beer

Birra Moretti, Announces Fall Program

Birra Moretti, Italy’s classic beer made in the traditional way since 1859, is teaming up with Bocce, the country’s beloved pastime, to encourage LDA+ consumers to come together and enjoy these two great Italian...
Gather event management software

Equity Partners to Meet Growing Demand for Event Management Technology

Gather, the leading event management software for restaurants and venues, today announced a strategic investment from and partnership with Vista Equity Partners, a leading investment firm for enterprise software, data, and technology-enabled businesses. Gather...