History of Drinking in Belleville

The latest Danico cocktail menu ‘Japan’ launched in February and is the third in the bar’s conceptual series ‘Xplorer’. The Xplorer menu series launched in 2023 and the drinks evolve […]

Learn all about France's lesser known apple brandy with Lord Le Lay of Distillery des Menhirs

In this episode, we dive into the world of Freimeisterkollektiv , where tradition meets innovation in the realm of artisanal spirits. Founder Theo Ligthart and his collective of small distilleries and […]

We have a special treat to kick off 2024 with guest Kevin Rigualt talking about what it’s like managing in Paris palace hotel bars, the creation of his new seasonal […]

In this month’s episode of Paris Cocktail Talk, I talk about my newly published book: Drink Like a Local: Paris. It’s a field guide to Parisian’s favorite beer, wine and […]

On this month’s episode we venture into the exotic world of rum with Richard D’Offay, the co-founder of Seychelles rum distillery, Takamaka. Richard shares the captivating story behind the creation […]

In this month’s episode, we embark on a unique and aromatic journey through the world of alcohol-washed cheeses with Jennifer Greco, from Chez Loulou France, who will enlighten us on […]

Get the lowdown on clear ice from the expert himself and author of The Ice Book, Camper English

In this month’s episode about wine shopping in France, we talk to owner of Cavewoman wines, Alison Eastaway, about how she creates a comfortable space for enthusiastic beginners to explore, […]

Ajiri Aki, founder of lifestyle brand Madame de la Maison, (and curator of my favorite collections of vintage french glassware) offers suggestions for living like the French by finding joy in the everyday from her new book JOIE: A Parisian’s Guide to Celebrating the Good Life