Today we welcome Keith Antul from Medusa Brewing Company to the podcast. Keith is a co-owner and the Master Brewer at Medusa Brewing Company. In this podcast we cover their unique taproom locations, their award winning beers, how their labels are designed, and more. If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you…

Today we welcome Anthony Valletta from Bartaco to the podcast. Anthony is the President of Bartaco and joins us to talk about their unique margarita line-up as we go into the last week of their Margarita March event. We talk about Bartaco's origins, its restaurant locations around the country, and Anthony lets us in on some information about their …

Today we welcome Olga and Barnaby Tuttle from Teutonic Wine Company in Portland, OR to the podcast. Teutonic Wine Company specializes in German inspired wines such as Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and more. During this podcast, we taste a few of these wines along with some curated meats from their friends at Olympia Provisions and talk about their uniq…

Today we welcome Corinne Delaney from Mexigin to the show. Mexigin is a unique twist on a classic liquor featuring Latin American spices that make this gin stand apart from any other on the shelf. These unique flavors allow Mexigin to take the place of other liquors in a variety of classic cocktails. We discuss some great cocktails that feature Mex…

Today we welcome Heidi Bridenhagen from Dough Wines in California. Heidi is the head winemaker at Dough Wines and she joins us before the holidays to talk about Dough's selection of food friendly wines and some great holiday pairings for your parties this season. We also learn about Heidi's experiences in Europe where she traveled to learn more abo…

Today we welcome Philana Bouvier of Demeine Estates. Philana takes us through her career as a female working in the restaurant industry to becoming President of Demeine Estates, a leading importer and marketer of fine wines. During this podcast we cover Philana's journey of moving from Hawaii to the United States, building strong relationships in b…

Today we welcome Jackie Summers from Jack from Brooklyn and Sorel Liqueur. Jackie tells us about the Caribbean origins of sorrel, his long R&D process to come up with a shelf stable version of sorrel, and how he followed his passions through starting his own liquor company. We cover cocktails, food recipes, and more ways to enjoy Sorel Liqueur. If …

Today we welcome Doug Filipponi from Ancient Peaks Winery in Santa Margarita, CA. Doug is the founder of Ancient Peaks winery and tells us about the unique location in Paso Robles where they make their wines, how his background in agriculture allowed him to pursue this journey, and about some great food pairings to go along with the wines that we t…

Today we welcome Travis Talbot to the podcast. Travis has spent most of his life working his way through the hospitality industry and now uses his knowledge as a consultant to resorts and restaurants around the world. In this podcast we cover the path that Travis took to get where he is today, his nomadic life as a traveling hospitality consultant,…

Today we welcome Filippo Lapides from Gemma di Luna to the podcast. Gemma di Luna is an Italian wine brand making excellent prosecco, moscato, and pinot grigio. Filippo talks to us about how Gemma di Luna is making wines that both look great and taste great for our listeners to experience when they have their next big #GemmaMoment. If you enjoy thi…

Today we welcome Daniel Daou from Patrimony Estates in Paso Robles, CA. Daniel gives us a lesson on how the unique terroir that Patrimony calls home allows them to create an award winning wine like nothing you have tried before. This is a truly unique cabernet sauvignon and one that is worthy of its luxury status. If you enjoy this podcast, don't f…

Today we welcome Julia Halina Hadas from Witchcraft Cocktails. Julia is coming on to talk about her new book release: Moon, Magic, Mixology which is available now online and in bookstores. We talk to Julia about her new book, cocktails, homemade liqueurs, and some of our favorite drinks. Make sure to check out our previous episodes with Julia if yo…

Today we welcome back Mark Ray from Stowe Cider in Stowe, VT. Mark is another returning guest and we circled back to get an update on what's been happening at the cidery since we had a chance to visit back in 2020. We also took the chance to talk Stowe as a winter destination and fun activities for the snow to help you earn that cider break. If you…

Today we welcome Michael Oxton from Night Shift Brewing in Everett, MA to update us on what has been going on at the brewery. If you haven't listened to it you can check out our previous podcast with Night Shift where we talked mainly about their locally roasted coffee. Today we cover everything from new beers that are being released, staples you c…

Today we welcome Art Welch from Pig Rock Sausages in Boston, MA to talk all things sausage with us. We discuss Art's culinary background, what led him into the world of gourmet sausages, and some of the delicious varieties that Pig Rock produces. Before the interview, Bianca and Nick talk about their recent fast food experiences and Nick takes to r…

Today we welcome back Three of Strong Spirits to the podcast to talk about what has been going on at the distillery and what events they have planned for this fall!. Before the interview, Bianca and Nick discuss their cocktail and food recipe picks of the week and talk about some of their favorite movie cocktails. They also get into a little debate…

Today we welcome Drew Gilman from BearMoose Brewing in Everett, MA. Before the interview, Bianca and Nick talk about some new cocktail recipes, foods they plan to make soon, and some current food news topics. During the interview the co-hosts talk with Drew about his background in home-brewing, BearMoose's history, as well as some upcoming beers an…

Today we welcome Jeff Buckwalter from The Holy Donut in Maine. The Holy Donut has a few locations that can be found in the Portland, ME area and they are known for their variety of potato donuts. Jeff tells us about the various flavors and types of donuts that they make fresh daily and tells us about some of his personal favorites. If you enjoy thi…

Today we welcome Terry Peterson from The Hop Yard in Gorham, ME. The Hop Yard is a local farm in Gorham, ME that grows a variety of hops that are used by craft breweries all over New England. In this episode we discuss the varieties of hops that are grown at the farm, the growing and harvesting process, as well as some great local beers that featur…

Today we welcome Matt from Sap House Meadery in Ossipee, NH. We discuss some refreshing summertime draft meads, their selection of traditional meads, creative mead cocktails, and much more. Join us as we taste a few of the many meads that Sap house has to offer. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you lis…

Today we welcome Dustin from Gneiss Brewing in Limerick, ME. In this episode, Justin tells us about the inspiration to create German style beers here in Maine, their focus on smooth and drinkable beers, and how they change up their offerings to accommodate varying taste in different seasons. Join us as we taste through two of their popular beers: G…

Today we welcome Jesse from Deacon Giles Distillery in Salem, MA. In this episode, Jesse takes us through the process of turning their distilled spirits into delicious canned cocktails, the things that makes each of their spirits unique, and what they have to offer customers in their tasting room. We also get into how the name of the distillery and…

Today we welcome Caroline and Jeffrey from Hunter Glenn Estate. Hunter Glenn is a winery in Napa Valley that makes delicious wines out of the grapes in their family's vineyards. We talk about how the family got into the grape growing business and how Caroline and Jeffrey took that to the next level by creating their own wine. Join us as we taste th…

Today we welcome Dan and Deb from 1634 Meadery located in Ipswich, MA. We dive into the history behind the oldest alcoholic beverage and how 1634 incorporates both local and world history into every bottle. Join us as we live taste a few of 1634s various meads with the people that made them! If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rat…

Today we welcome Katrina and Dylan from Wormtown Brewery in Worcester, Massachusetts. Wormtown has a variety of delicious beers that are widely available in New England in both stores and their locations in Worcester and Patriot's Place. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen to us! Useful Links: …

Today we welcome Brian from B.T.'s Smokehouse in Massachusetts. B.T.'s is one of the best barbecue joints in New England with two locations in Sturbridge, MA and Worcester, MA. We sit down with the owner, Brian, to talk about his food, his path to becoming a pitmaster, and his bourbon collection. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe…

Today we welcome Francesca and Joe from Bianco & Sons Sausage to the podcast. Bianco is a family owned and operated producer of meats in Medford, MA. They have a variety of products including their sausages, marinated meats, ready-to-cook Comfort Creations, and more. Be sure to stop by their retail location or look for their products in markets all…

Today we welcome Jacqueline from Real Treat Kitchen. Jacqueline is the owner of Real Treat, a company that makes high quality organic treats that do not sacrifice flavor. In this episode we taste and pair the Top Shelf line of cookies that are perfect for pairing with various beverages. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, an…

Today we welcome Claudia and Wolfgang from Casa Luigi Prosecco. Casa Luigi is a producer of canned prosecco and prosecco based cocktails located in California. In this episode we discuss how Claudia and Wolfgang got into the prosecco industry and why their colorful canned prosecco cocktails are the perfect match for a summer day. If you enjoy this …

Today we welcome David Woods Sr. and Jr. from Wiggly Bridge Distillery in York, ME. Wiggly Bridge is a local craft spirit producer with a line of whisky, rum, vodka, gin, and agave spirits. In the episode we also dive into a live tasting comparison of the White Whiskey and Small Barrel Bourbon. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, …

Today Nick and Bianca dig into their favorite St. Patrick's Day food and beverages before the holiday. They cover their favorite Irish foods, Irish whiskeys, cocktails, and more. If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! Visit our website for more food, wine, and spirits content. We update regularly and are excited to …

Today we welcome Hala from Deano's Pasta in Somerville, MA. Deano's makes over one hundred varieties of fresh pasta and seven ready-made sauces that are enjoyed in homes and restaurants all over New England. Deano's Pasta can be purchased in their Somerville pasta factory and in stores throughout the Northeast. Check out their website to see where …

Today we welcome the co-hosts of the Strength & Scotch podcast, Grant and Brandon, to the show. In this episode we talk about the history of the Strength & Scotch podcast, getting started with smoking foods, scotch from the Islay region, and much more. We also have a special tasting of Ardbeg Uigeadail as our first experience of a properly peated s…

Today we welcome Evan and Ryan from Strata Knives & Sharpening in Portland, ME. Strata is a full service knife shop that deals in high quality handmade kitchen cutlery and provides sharpening, repair, and maintenance services for a variety of blades. In this podcast we discuss various types of kitchen knifes, materials, and maintenance specifically…

Today we welcome Cathi Aldrich from Northwoods Brewing Company in Northwood, NH. Northwoods is a local brewery that makes a variety of delicious beers from common styles like Double IPAs to less common styles like their Kveik-Fermented Extra Special Bitter. Along with their beer they are also serving up great food and great times. If you enjoy this…

Today we welcome back Justin Pelletier from Nashoba Valley/Bolton Beer works. Justin was our very first guest and we are excited to welcome him back to the show. We discuss their beer and cider selection, their focus on using local ingredients, and what they have in store for this coming Valentine's Day weekend. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t for…

Today Nick and Bianca discuss some of their favorite food and drinks to have during the big game in the days leading up to Super Bowl L. They also talk about some cocktail recipes to try out this Super Bowl Sunday. If you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! Visit our website for more food, wine, and spirits content. We …

Today we welcome Brad Plummer from Farallon Gin. Farallon has a variety of gin expressions that range from traditional to unique. We discuss the balancing of ingredients that is required when crafting a quality gin. We also talk about the flavor profiles or their various gins and how they came to be. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subsc…

Today we welcome Cesar Reyes from Prohibido Wines to the show. Cesar is the founder and winemaker at Prohibido and has an interesting background in the wine industry. We discuss how Cesar became a wine expert, what prompted him to start his own label, and ways that the wine industry can improve in the future. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget…

Today Nick walks Bianca through her first tasting of a few different whiskeys. This episode serves as a basic introduction to bourbon, scotch, and rye and also gives listeners some examples of great whiskeys to try no matter where you are in your whiskey journey. Visit our website for more food, wine, and spirits content. We update regularly and ar…

Today we welcome Caleb Hiliadis from Amherst Brewing Company. We talk about the beer, seltzer, and food that can be found at the Hangar Pub & Grill in Amherst, MA. We also discuss some of the best ways to introduce craft beer to someone for the first time. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen to…

Today Bianca and Nick dig through their pantries and spice cabinets to talk about everything you should stock up on during your next trip to the supermarket. They also discuss their feelings about various kinds of pasta and why veggie pasta should be left on the shelf. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review wherever …

Today we welcome Chris Keegan from Coffee Hound Coffee Co. in Brewer, ME. Chris tells us about the interesting path that led him to the coffee industry and walks us through the exciting coffees that they offer. We also talk gear and get into espresso machines, latte art, and making coffee-house quality drinks in your own home. If you enjoy this pod…

Today’s episode is another podcast with the co-hosts. We get into our recent kitchen experiments with peppers and baking bread as well as discuss our favorite kitchen gadgets. Keep an eye out on the blog for a round-up of these gadgets and more that weren't discussed during the episode. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, an…

Today we welcome Will and Claudia from Idletyme Brewing in Stowe, VT. Idletyme is a great brewery and restaurant located in the heart of Stowe and is worth a stop next time you visit the area. The co-hosts had a chance to visit in person last fall and highly recommend it. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review wherev…

Today’s episode is a special New Year’s Eve episode featuring just the co-hosts. We talk about everything that happened on the podcast so far this year as well as what’s to come in 2021. We also set some resolutions for ourselves that involve food and drinks! If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen…

Today we welcome Jason and Margot Phelps from Ancient Fire Mead and Cider in Manchester, NH. In this episode, we discuss the many types of honey that are used to make Ancient Fire’s meads, how they are introducing mead to their community, and how they are inspiring local pride by using local ingredients. If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to s…

Today we welcome Sarah Gualtieri from The Boozy Ginger. Sarah is a photographer and cocktail artist known for her cocktail-centric blog and Instagram page. Sarah has created some holiday themed cocktails for us and comes on the podcast today to tell us about herself and give us a live cocktail demonstration of her Peppermint Espresso Martini. Be su…

Today we welcome Cal Spinelli from Runamok Maple to the show to help us celebrate National Maple Syrup Day. In this podcast we get into cooking with maple syrup, crafting some maple cocktails, and more . If you enjoy this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen to us! Useful Links: Runamok Maple https://runamokmaple…

Today we welcome Rhonda Kallman to the show from Boston Harbor Distillery. In this episode, Rhonda tells us about the historic building that Boston Harbor Distillery calls home, tells us the story behind their whiskey driven past, and gives us some fun cocktail ideas using their unique spirits such as their Demon Seed and Maple Cream Liqueur. If yo…