BAR TALKING TALKING BAR
Podcast sharing stories of Bartenders, Brands & Ambassadors, Hospitality Pros & Cocktail Lovers in NYC
Latest Episodes
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NY Cocktail Expo Founder: Matthew Kourie's Journey
In this special episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, we sit down with Matt Kourie, co-founder of the New York Best Wings Festival Championships and the NY Cocktail Expo, the largest cocktail and spirits exhibition in eastern New York. After spending over a decade as a master engineer and sound designer in the music industry, Matt pivoted to his true passion: food, cocktails, and creating unforgettable experiences.
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From School Counselor to Bartender: Steven "Kiwi" Ferreira's Journey to Creating Mi Pana Mamajuana
What does it take to go from rolling silverware to becoming one of NYC's most respected bartenders? In this episode of Bar Talking Talking Bar, we sit down with Steven Ferreira, aka Kiwi, a Queens-born bartender whose journey through the hospitality industry is nothing short of inspiring.
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How Rudy Manzur Went from Barback to Bar Owner: Mistakes, Operations & Running Aftermath NYC
What happens when a criminal justice student trades textbooks for cocktail shakers? Meet Rudy Manzur—Dominican-born, NYC-made, and the owner-operator of Aftermath, a beloved neighborhood bar in Ridgewood, NY.
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MEET THE HOSTS
Nury and Edgar — two seasoned hospitality pros who’ve done it all, from fine-dining elegance to behind-the-bar magic. They bring stories, laughs, and insider know-how straight from NYC’s restaurant scene to Bar Talking Talking Bar.
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Mexican-born and NYC-based for over 20 years, Nury Robles brings 15+ years of hospitality experience from casual spots to Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park. With degrees from UNAM and Hunter College, she blends cultural insight, warmth, and curiosity as host of Bar Talking Talking Bar.
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Edgar boasts over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry. Currently the lead bartender at one of New York City's most renowned hidden gems, Freemans restaurant, located in the lower east side of Manhattan, NYC.