NOLADrinks Show – 10-1-18 – The World of Sour Beer
On this week’s The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we welcome back our resident beer experts, Matt Horney and Sal Mortillaro. We discuss the world of “sour” beers. We chat about what they are (and what they aren’t), the varying styles and...
NOLADrinks Show – 9-24-18 – South African Wine at Brennan’s
On this week’s The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we pay a visit to the iconic New Orleans French Quarter restaurant, Brennan’s! We talk, mainly, about South African wines in the establishment’s terrific wine room. We’re joined by Wine...
NOLADrinks Show – 9-17-18 – Aaron Selya of Philadelphia Distilling
On this week’s installment of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we welcome Aaron Selya, head distiller, for Philadelphia Distilling. We talk about their story, the first post-Prohibition distillery established in Pennsylvania, as well as...
NOLADrinks Show – 9-10-18 – Anu and Chris Elford of Navy Strength
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we chat with the owners of Navy Strength, Rob Roy and No Anchor in Seattle, Anu and Chris Elford. We discuss their operations, the recent award at Tales of the Cocktail’s Spirited Awards...
NOLADrinks Show – 9-3-18 – New Orleans Restaurateurs Justin Devillier and Robért LeBlanc
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we talk with two excellent and insightful New Orleans restaurateurs – Justin Devillier, chef/owner of La Petite Grocery and Balise along with Robért LeBlanc of the LeBlanc+Smith restaurant...
The NOLADrinks Show – 8-27-18 – Beer with Sal and Matt – Casa d’Aristi
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we welcome our regular beer experts, Sal Mortillaro and Matt Horney. We touch on numerous brew-related topics including trends, IPAs, open fermentation, and more. We also chat with Nicole...
The NOLADrinks Show – 8-20-18 – Genever with Danny Ronen and Wild Roots Vodka
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we chat with noted spirits educator, consultant, and bar owner, Danny Ronen, about the interesting spirit Genever. We also visit with Brendon Bain of Wild Roots Spirits and discuss their...
NOLADrinks Show – 8-13-18 – Brand Ambassadors with Glenfiddich – Hendrick’s Gin – Reyka Vodka
On this week’s installment of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we chat with three brand ambassadors with the William Grant and Sons portfolio. We’re joined by Tracie Franklin of Glenfiddich, Mattias Horseman of Hendrick’s Gin, and Trevor...
NOLADrinks Show – 8-6-18 – Montenegro Amaro – Aperitivo Select – Louisiana Restaurant Association
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we’re jam-packed with interviews! First up, we talk with Rudi Cararro and Salvatore Tafuri of Montenegro Amaro and Aperitivo Select. We’re also joined by Gabriel Manfredi of the noted...
The NOLADrinks Show – 7-30-18 – La Fée Absinthe and Satchmo Summer Fest
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias we have two great chats. First, we speak with Rebecca Sell and Heather Twichell of French Quarter Festivals, Inc. about their upcoming Satchmo Summerfest honoring Louis Armstrong. We are...
The NOLADrinks Show – 7-23-18 – Tales of the Cocktail and More – Caroline Rosen – Tiffanie Barriere – Keyatta Mincey – Daniela Jagemann
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias we’re talking further about Tales of the Cocktail. This time, we discuss the grant program, the Spirited Awards, and much more. We’re joined by Tales executive director, Caroline Rosen; The...
The NOLADrinks Show – 7-16-18 – Gary Solomon Jr. of Tales of the Cocktail – Ian McNulty Restaurant Writer for The Advocate
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we have two featured interviews. First up, Gary Solomon Jr., the new co-chair of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, talks about that organization and their signature event, Tales of the...
The NOLADrinks Show – 7-9-18 – Fred Parent of Hendrick’s Gin with Arie Dixon and John Stanley
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we chat with Hendrick’s Gin brand ambassador, Fred Parent. We’re also joined by his friends and musical collaborators, Arie Dixon and John Stanley. We talk about their shared service...
The NOLADrinks Show – 7-2-18 – Kirk Estopinal of Cure and Cane and Table
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we talk with Kirk Estopinal, co-owner of Cure and Cane & Table. We discuss their locations, Kirk’s background, winning the most recent James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar Program for...
The NOLADrinks Show – 6-25-18 – Caroline Rosen of Tales of the Cocktail
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we chat with Caroline Rosen, the new Executive Director of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation. We discuss their signature event, Tales of the Cocktail 2018, taking place in July in New...
The NOLADrinks Show – 6-18-18 – Jeff Beachbum Berry – Tiki Cocktails and Culture
Pictured above from left - Jeff "Beachbum" Berry of Latitude 29 and Bryan Dias of NOLADrinks. The NOLADrinks Show – 6-18-18 – Jeff Beachbum Berry – Tiki Cocktails and Culture We kick things off talking about this week’s show. We also...
The NOLADrinks Show – 6-11-18 – Manolito and the Cuban Cantinero Tradition
Pictured above from left - Konrad Kantor (Manolito), Bryan Dias (NOLADrinks), Nick Detrich (Manolito), Julio Cabrera (La Trova), and Chris Hannah (Manolito). The NOLADrinks Show – 6-11-18 – Manolito and the Cuban Cantinero Tradition...
NOLADrinks Show – 5-31-18 – Paul Gustings and Kimberly Patton-Bragg – Summer Cocktails – Corpse Reviver – Chartreuse and More
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we have our featured interview with bartenders Kimberly Patton-Bragg of Latitude 29 and Paul Gustings of Tujague’s. We talk summer cocktails, the Corpse Reviver, Chartreuse, Bitter Lemon...
NOLADrinks Show – 5-24-18 – Longway Tavern and the Restaurant Business
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we pay a visit to the newly opened Longway Tavern located in the French Quarter of New Orleans. We chat with proprietors Liam Deegan and Robért LeBlanc about their new spot. Then, in our...
NOLADrinks Show – 5-17-18 – Del Maguey Mezcal – Tales of the Cocktail – Batch Cocktails
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we take a rare break from airing an entirely new show (we’re blaming the heat here in New Orleans!) So, we run some great segments from recent shows. We talk with Evan Meeker of Del Maguey...