If This Bar Could Talk

In this episode, Theo Lentz is back on the podcast but this time they are here to announce the long-awaited opening of The Shape Shifter cocktail bar located at 129 McDowell St in Franklinton. The soft opening will be on June 8 and open to the public on June 17. The first iteration of their menu will be "Greatest Hits" from their cocktail pop-ups around town and old favorites from Mouton.

Get into Noble Cut for their great Spring cocktail menu which includes the cocktail Evil Mom, Fan Favorite at the "I'm Not "Really" A Bartender" amateur bartending competition AND proceeds from this cocktail will be donated to Service! A Relief Organization for Hospitality Workers.

In this episode Derek Reno returns to talk about another winning mentorship in the I'm Not Really A Bartender amateur bartender competition, why he changed the name of the liqueur he created and what's coming soon to Echo Spirits.

Check out The Stillhouse Spring menu. It does not disappoint

Get into Denmark for their amazing Spring menu

From childhood dreams sparked in front of the TV to the glow of a buzzing dining room, Bismark’s journey into hospitality is anything but ordinary. Inspired at just six years old by hours of Food Network, he set his sights early on owning a restaurant—and never let go of that vision.

In this episode, we trace his path from dishwasher to barback to bartender, learning the craft from the ground up and gaining a deep respect for every role in the industry. Today, he’s the proud owner of The Nine, a sexy, inviting space in Worthington with creative dishes, thoughtful cocktails, and unmistakable energy.

Bismark shares what it took to turn a childhood dream into a thriving reality, the lessons he learned along the way, and how he’s building an experience that will keep people coming back for more.

In this mini-sode, we sit down with Mike Feist at Soul Bar to review his historical menu "Lost Cocktails of Columbus".

In this episode, we’re joined by Emma Lambert and Megan Randolph from Noble Cut Distillery Cocktails and Pints for a lively conversation about all things cocktails, spirits, and what’s next for their exciting new space. From behind-the-bar insights to what they’re shaking up this summer, they give us a taste of the events and experiences you won’t want to miss.

Emma also shares a memorable (and very relatable) mansplaining encounter with a certain famous comedian — trust us, you’ll want to hear this story.

Plus, their upcoming Spring cocktail menu isn’t just delicious—it’s meaningful. Select drinks will support Service!, a relief organization dedicated to helping hospitality workers in need.

Get inspired, get thirsty, and get yourself to Noble Cut — because this season, you can drink for a cause.

In this episode, Danielle Goldtooth, a Native American mixologist, Zooms in from New Mexico to share her mission to reconnect Americans to their food and honor the farmers, ranchers and agriculturists who provide it.

Danielle, along with her husband Allen (who is a chef), and their business partner host pop-up dinners in the Phoenix area featuring as many foraged and locally-sourced ingredients as possible — and educate their guests about creating sustainable food and drinks.

Danielle believes that hospitality can change the world… and we agree. You don't want to miss our conversation with this truly amazing person.

Genevieve Johnson and Lindsay Koontz stop by to chat about their new bar "I Like It Like That". Located inside of Natalie's in Grandview Heights, ILILT is a place for everyone. Learn the backstory and inside jokes behind their fun and quirky cocktail names and the intentionality of their beverage program. G and Lindsay are a creative force that will surely bring a new perspective to the Columbus craft cocktail scene.