The Banter

The Guys talk about remarkable Italian wines that you should try including an alternative to the amazing, and pricey, Amarone. 

The Conversation

The Restaurant Guys appreciate Charlotte Voisey, newly minted Executive Director of The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, taking time to talk to them when Tales of the Cocktail Conference is merely days away. They go over the past, present and future of both Tales of the Cocktail and Charlotte and how the intersection created The Contemporary Cocktail Landscape, internationally!

The Inside Track

The Guys have been attending the Tales of the Cocktail Conference in New Orleans for years, crossing paths with Charlotte. 

Francis: I remember the first time I met you. I was in a bar in New Orleans, I think, and you came in in full regalia at a Tales thing and you were carrying a croquet mallet and then you opened your mouth and a British accent spilled out. And I thought, wow, that girl's really going all the way with it.

Charlotte: That sounds about right.

Charlotte Voisey on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2025

Bio

As Executive Director of Tales of the Cocktail, Charlotte Voisey oversees the Foundation’s mission to educate, advance, and support the global drinks community. Prior to the Executive Director appointment, Charlotte served as the Overall Chair of the Spirited Awards from 2016 to 2024. In 2010 her contributions were recognized when she won a Spirited Award for “Best American Brand Ambassador.”

Her career is also marked by her tenure at William Grant & Sons, where she led the company’s globally respected Brand Ambassadors. 

Charlotte has been recognized as UK Bartender of the Year, Mixologist of the Year, and a Silver Medal at the World Female Bartender Championships.  

Info

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When: Sept 12 & 13, 2025

Where: Industry City in Brooklyn

What: Martini experiences

Who: Acclaimed guests (see martiniexpo.com)

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