All episodes of DOTJ - Drinking On The Job

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Top pick:New York Times wine critic, Eric Asimov, reminisces about his famous '$25 And Under' column, the death threats he received and the gritty nineties.

Eric Asimov has been the chief wine critic of The New York Times since 2004. He’s been writing about wine, food and restaurants for The Times for more than 30 years. His column is a must follow if you love wine. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 04/29/24

Episode 238: Guest host Mr Pete steps in and interviews Ken Dashow, a disc jockey at New York City's WAXQ "Q104.3" classic rock radio station. We got some stories to tell.

It’s all here...Drinking, Paul McCartney, Golf..MacGowan. Ken Dashow has written several plays, a collection of which was published by Dramatists Play Service entitled Dashow Must Go On, and Rock is Dead which was produced Off-Broadway at the SoHo Playhouse. His screenplays The Naked Detective and Desire have become cult classics. Special Thanks to my great friend Peter Rosenberger to step in as I travel the world. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes....

Published 04/22/24

DOTJ - Drinking On The Job

Published 04/22/24

Redux: Brewmaster Garrett Oliver of Brooklyn Brewery gives us a Master Class on Brewing and fermentation.

Garrett Oliver is the founding board chair launching a scholarship fund for minority brewers. The scholarship will award people of color to attend technical courses and become industry leaders. Check out the website for the full story and to donate: themjf.org Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 04/15/24

Episode 237: Director of Sales Georgy Zaydenman explains why Empirical Spirits is a Flavor Company and making some of the most creative spirits in the world!

Empirical Flavor Company meticulously sources the finest ingredients, from Kogi-based distillate to Sorghum, Oaxacan chilis, plum stones, marigold kombucha, fig leaves, and beyond. Their recent collaboration with Doritos, known as Empirical Doritos, nearly shattered social media platforms, garnering over six billion impressions. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 04/08/24

Episode 236: Stephen Kurpinsky is the US Brand Ambassador for Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur. Your search too make the best Espresso Martini is over and your Cold Brew gets taken to another level!

Mr Black are coffee roasters, craft distillers and producers of the world’s leading coffee liqueur. Launched in 2013 by co-founders Philip Moore and Tom Baker, Mr Black is on a mission to take craft coffee into the night. See why this brand is taking the market by storm. https://www.mrblack.co/us DM me with your favorite place too have an Espresso Martini @dotjpodcast Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers,...

Published 04/01/24

Episode 235: Actor, musician and poet Ciarán Tyrrell discusses his deep Irish roots and his success at being the General Manager of the legendary Blue Ribbon Restaurant Group.

Ciarán Tyrrell is the proud son of Seán Tyrrell, on his passing the President of Ireland Michael Higgins said: It is with sadness that I have learned of the passing of Seán Tyrrell, one of our finest, most talented, original and creative troubadours. Ciarán is currently working on his fist book of poetry. The acorn doesn’t fall far from the tree. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 03/25/24

Episode 234: Guinness is my favorite pint, few people know the history. On December 31st, 1759 Arthur Guinness signed a Nine Thousand Year lease on St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin. Arthur Guinness was a philanthropist, an innovator and entrepreneur

Arthur Guinness felt it was important to give back to the city that hosts the brewery. In the 1800s, the Guinness family contributed to the restoration of St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin. St. Stephen’s Green, a private green reserved for the city’s wealthiest residents, was purchased by Arthur Edward Guinness and donated to the City so the green space could be enjoyed by everyone in the area. The brewery paid 10% higher than the average industrial wage in Dublin at the time. In 1870, a...

Published 03/11/24

Episode 233: Can you help save the planet one cork at a time, help low-income populations transform our cities? Allison Scollar believes so, and that’s why she is a Board Member at RETI Center. Raise a glass, save the cork. Climate, Community, Just

Reti Center, located in Red Hook Brooklyn, is a model for how coastal cities can combine environmental justice, social responsibility, and innovative design to adapt to a changing climate. Donate your time, your dollars, or just get involved. https://www.reticenter.org Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 03/04/24

Episode 232: Maria Sinskey- celebrated Chef, Author and Entrepreneur spills the tea on the Sinskey’s latest Moonshot, Wilding Farm. Get ready food and wine world, here it comes.

Wilding Farm, acquired at the beginning of 2023 by Rob and Maria Sinskey is a dream come true for these two visionaries. The vegetable gardens are planted, the heirloom fruit orchard is loaded and chickens are on the way… of course there’s INCREDIBLE RSV WINES! If you want to talk best in class for wine, all roads leads to Robert Sinskey. A legendary producer that has been making certified organic wines long before it was considered cool. Check out their...

Published 02/26/24

Episode 231:What happens when you get two powerhouse women together who love beer and business? You get the only female owned and operated Brewery in New York City, Talea Beer Co. Let’s talk Beer and business with Tara Hankinson.

Talea Beer Company stands proudly as the pioneering women-owned brewery in New York City. Behind this groundbreaking venture are two remarkable innovators, entrepreneurs, and Super-Moms who have reshaped the beer industry landscape. Step into any of their four taprooms and witness their story firsthand. https://www.taleabeer.com Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 02/19/24

Episode 230: Paul McLaughlin is the Managing Partner / Wine Director of Oceana Restaurant, a Seafood Institution in NYC. He’s a legend in the business and has some stories to tell.

Paul McLaughlin’s boundless energy and enthusiasm for hospitality is what makes him one of the most notable people in the restaurant business. He has seen it all, including being the first American Captain at the world famous Le Bernardin. Treat yourself, you deserve it! https://www.oceanarestaurant.com/ Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 02/12/24

Episode 229: Sabato Sagaria is a hospitality king. His highlights include Director of F&B at The Little Nell, Chief Restaurant Officer for USHG and current Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Apres Cru Hospitality. He’s also an MS.

Sabato Sagaria's father purchased his first pair of shoes for his journey from Italy to the United States, where he would eventually earn a PhD. Inspired by his father's resilience, Sabato ultimately achieved his own remarkable success. Today he is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Apres Cru Hospitality, overseeing a portfolio of acclaimed restaurants that consistently set the standard for excellence nationwide. He also has earned the prestigious title of Master...

Published 02/05/24

Episode 228: Sam Doyle is the Global Wine Director at Cambridge Wines in NJ and the Wine Guru renowned for his IG reels on what to drink and why @cambridgewines.

Sam Doyle and Cambridge Wines & Spirits dedicate countless hours to curating the finest selections across all your favorite categories. Weekly tastings of hundreds of wines and spirits ensure a comprehensive array, from sought-after premium bottles to hidden gems offering exceptional value. @cambridgewines @sammoman Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 01/29/24

Episode 227: Have you ever wondered about the creative process behind that incredible mouthwatering cocktail? Brian Evans, Director of Bars for Sunday Hospitality, joins me to spill the spirit. BONUS: INSIDER INFO on the coolest places to hang in NYC

Inside the mind of genius bar chef Brian Evans, who is creating the most innovative cocktails in NYC and beyond. Here’s your hit list: Café Chelsea Lobby Bar at the Chelsea Hotel Rule Of Thirds El Quijote Sunday In Brooklyn Sunday In Brookyn, London Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 01/22/24

Episode 226: Chinese Tuxedo is a Cantonese Style restaurant set in a former Opera House. It was once headquarters for the notorious Tong Gang Wars in the early 1900’s. Ben Gardiner, Beverage Director for Tuxedo Hospitality, joins me for the deep div

Chinese Tuxedo is definitely one of the sexiest rooms in NYC for cocktails and incredible Cantonese food. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 01/15/24

Episode 225: Air Force Veteran Dana Andersen did a tour in Kuwait, then moved on to the FBI. A glass of wine changed her life forever.

Dana Andersen is the owner of The International Wine Company. She has traveled the great wine regions of the world and studied enology, viticulture and wine economics in Bordeaux, France. She holds a Masters degree in Vineyard and Winery Management. From her Military background, to time spent working with the FBI, there is no stopping her pursuit of excellence. Check out her website: https://www.tiwc.wine/ Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes....

Published 01/08/24

Episode 224: Audrey Frick has road stories that read like an epic adventure. She travels the world as Senior Editor for JebDunnuck.com writing and reviewing wines from Sonoma, Oregon, Tuscany, Piedmont and Champagne.

Audrey Frick's reviews are more than just tasting notes; they are chapters in a vinous novel, each bottle telling a tale of the land, the people, and the passion behind the label. Her road stories, etched in the pages of JebDunnuck.com, are an invitation to join her on a journey through the world of wine—a journey where every glass holds the potential for a new and extraordinary chapter. Follow the adventures of Audrey Firick on IG at: Audrey_Frick and Subscribe here ;...

Published 01/01/24

Episode 223: A short Christmas Message.

Let's toast to the memories of friends who walked this journey with us, and to those that have left the room. Too the imperfectly perfect Christmas that unfolds before us. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 12/25/23

Episode 222: For the finest Guinness in NYC, check out Monk McGinn's and Boss Tweed's in Tribeca. McGinn's is a premier sports bar, while Boss Tweed's offers a more upscale speakeasy experience.

Damien O'Brien and his wife Marcella bring true Irish hospitality and charm as the owners-operators of two of my favorite downtown spots Monk McGinn’s and Boss Tweed's. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 12/18/23

Episode 221:Raise a glass to the Dead Rabbit, one of the world’s most celebrated and award winning Pubs. Director of Operations Laura Torres joins me to talk about their standard of excellence and their new venture, Irish Exit.

Irish Pubs are much more than places to have a Pint; they are integral to our social fabric, cultural heritage, and community. Nobody has done a better job of updating these themes than Dead Rabbit and Irish Exit. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 12/11/23

Episode 220:Isolation Proof Gin was born in 2020 in a wooden barn in Western Catskills. It’s sustainable with minimal intervention. Jake Sherry's small batch Gin uses all organic botanicals, local spring water, and sets a new standard of flavor.

Isolation Proof Gin’s botanicals are organic and foraged seasonally. They distill small batch gin that is reshaping the category by creating something that tastes like where it is made. Gin has terroir? Yes. Check out their website to purchase and to peruse great restaurants that carry the product. T Edward Wines & Spirits is the distributor. https://www.isolationproof.com/where-to-buy Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron...

Published 12/04/23

Episode 219: Ray Isle’s new book, The World In A Wine Glass, is a celebration of incredible wines grown with care for the environment and the people and stories behind them. A must have for any wine lover! It’s a guide book of brilliant affordable w

One of the biggest changes in wine over the past couple of decades has been a boom in sustainable, organic, biodynamic, and similar practices in vineyards. Ray Isle helps us navigate these tricky waters while artfully explaining why the wine we drink is just as important as the food we eat. Available at most fine book stores or on...

Published 11/27/23

Episode 218:The Columbia Gorge is one of the most fascinating places to make wines on the planet. Steven Thompson of Analemma captures that essence and makes wines that are a spiritual experience. You have to taste to believe.

The Columbia Gorge encapsulates a harmonious marriage of geography, climate, and human ingenuity. It's one of the most exciting and interesting places to explore the world of wine today and Steven Thompson of Analemma is leading the charge. Check out the website to order: https://analemmawines.com Or inquire with your local retailer, T Edward Wines & Spirits is the Importer on the East Coast. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron...

Published 11/20/23

This is the month to give thanks, so let's listen to the incredible journey of Kone Sindou, who bravely escaped the clutches of becoming a child soldier in the African civil war to building a life that defied all odds.

Kone crafted a remarkable life, transitioning from haunting nightmares to a dream reality, walking elite runways, meeting John Legend, and hanging out with Kanye. I'm grateful for stories like his that inspire resilience and triumph over adversity. Give Thanks. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Published 11/13/23