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This weeks guest is Madison Homewood. Madi is an award-winning bartender known for her innovative cocktails and exceptional service. Named one of the top 30 under 30 in foodservice and hospitality, Madi has left an indelible mark on the industry.

Currently, Madi serves as the Head of Research and Development at Civil Pours, where she leads groundbreaking initiatives in beverage creation and flavor development.

Madi's passion for cocktails extends beyond crafting drinks; it encompasses pushing the boundaries of flavor and technique. Madi's commitment to excellence and her ability to blend tradition with modern trends have positioned her as a leader and influencer in the field. With a relentless pursuit of perfection and a dedication to elevating the drinking experience, Madi continues to inspire and shape the future of hospitality.

And a big thank you to this weeks sponsor - Elora Distilling Company.

Elora Distilling Company produces handcrafted, premium products in a grain to grass distillery and the grains are sourced from local farms in Waterloo and Wellington counties. There are over 25 products on the Elora Distilling company’s roster including gins, vodkas, rums, whiskeys, liquors and pre-mixed products. All products are available for wholesale to restaurants and bars. Follow them @eloradistillingco or check out EloraDistillingCompany.com

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This weeks we are joined by Julianna McIntosh. Julianna started the platform Join Jules as a cocktail blog back in 2020, and has quickly grown into a major brand and platform. Join Jules was created with the idea that everyone ought to be able to enjoy a craft cocktail at home. In a mixology world dominated by male bartenders and almost overly complicated cocktails, Jules sought to create a new understanding of what cocktails could and should be. Join Jules’ mission is to spotlight the importance of fresh flavors and showcase delicious and accessible recipes for the at-home bartender. Join Jules is a community for anyone with a passion for travel, lifestyle, and of course, a well-crafted cocktail with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients and visually appealing cocktail recipes. Join Jules Cocktails is becoming a brand that invites any and all to come together, and is helping break the barrier between high-brow mixology and at-home craft cocktails.

Jules has a new booking coming out on July 23, 2024 titled Pretty Simple Cocktails. Pretty Simple Cocktails sprang from the notion that everyone should be able to whip up the happiest of hours right in the comfort of their own home. It’s all about fresh ingredients, top-notch spirits, and crafting drinks that are both delicious and simple to make.

And a big thank you to this weeks sponsor - Elora Distilling Company.

Elora Distilling Company produces handcrafted, premium products in a grain to grass distillery and the grains are sourced from local farms in Waterloo and Wellington counties. There are over 25 products on the Elora Distilling company’s roster including gins, vodkas, rums, whiskeys, liquors and pre-mixed products. All products are available for wholesale to restaurants and bars. Follow them @eloradistillingco or check out EloraDistillingCompany.com

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joinjules.com

@join_jules

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This is our 200th Episode! For this special episode, we are joined by Jill Sadler, owner and operator of SVUptown and Aaron Hatchell Head Bartender at SVUptown . Both Jill and Aaron have made previous appearances on the podcast in our first year and we are thrilled to have them back to help us celebrate this 200th Episode milestone. Make sure you support your local small business!

And a big thank you to this weeks sponsor - Elora Distilling Company.

Elora Distilling Company produces handcrafted, premium products in a grain to grass distillery and the grains are sourced from local farms in Waterloo and Wellington counties. There are over 25 products on the Elora Distilling company’s roster including gins, vodkas, rums, whiskeys, liquors and pre-mixed products. All products are available for wholesale to restaurants and bars. Follow them @eloradistillingco or check out EloraDistillingCompany.com

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@svuptown

svuptown.ca

@sugarrunbar

@babylonsistersbar

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This week we are joined by Wyn Vida - a beverage and hospitality consultant who current resides in Austin, Texas. Originally from Southern California, Wyn moved to Portland, Oregon after finishing college before currently settling down in Austin. Wyn got her start in the Industry in her early teenage years working as a barista and this continued through her college years when Wyn got into the world of bartending. Upon completing college, Wyn moved to Portland and landed a job as general manager of a steakhouse. It was shortly after this point in her career, that Wyn came to the realization that a career in the hospitality industry was indeed for her.

Wyn is also looking forward to eventually opening her own bars and restaurants. Currently, Wyn is working with Empress Gin and Dulce Vida Tequila as their in House Mixologist and Senior On-Premise Market Manager for the South, US.

And a big thank you to this weeks sponsor - Elora Distilling Company.

Elora Distilling Company produces handcrafted, premium products in a grain to grass distillery and the grains are sourced from local farms in Waterloo and Wellington counties. There are over 25 products on the Elora Distilling company’s roster including gins, vodkas, rums, whiskeys, liquors and pre-mixed products. All products are available for wholesale to restaurants and bars. Follow them @eloradistillingco or check out EloraDistillingCompany.com

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@drankbywyn

@empress1908gin

@sugarrunbar

@babylonsistersbar

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This weeks guest is Jason E. Brooks who joined us from Charlotte, North Carolina. Jason is a speaker, coach, author, and founder of HospiVation, LLC.

Jason creates content that helps impact hospitality leaders on their journeys to help others around them fulfill their calling. His first book, Every Leader Needs Followers: 10 Keys to Transform Restaurant Managers to Hospitality Leaders, launched in March 2024. Jason is a professional speaker and coach speaking on leadership mindsets and techniques in the hospitality industry.

And a big thank you to this weeks sponsor - Elora Distilling Company.

Elora Distilling Company produces handcrafted, premium products in a grain to grass distillery and the grains are sourced from local farms in Waterloo and Wellington counties. There are over 25 products on the Elora Distilling company’s roster including gins, vodkas, rums, whiskeys, liquors and pre-mixed products. All products are available for wholesale to restaurants and bars. Follow them @eloradistillingco or check out EloraDistillingCompany.com

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jasonebrooks.com

@2leadnsucceed

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This weeks guests are Cayley Balint and Sarah Sanders who join us from Kingston, Ontario. Cayley is the Head Chef and Sarah is the Head Bartender at The Frontenac Club in Kingston - a cocktail bar and gastropub located inside a historic 180 year old building which also functions as an upscale boutique hotel. Sarah and Cayley are responsible for serving up craft cocktails and a curated wine list along with preparing globally and locally inspired dishes.

Cayley Balint started her cooking career in 2008 at Atomica, making gourmet pizzas whilst being apprenticed under the head chef next door at Le Chein Noir. Cayley attended culinary school at St. Lawrence, and used her summer co-op placement to travel to Banff, Alberta where she worked at Buffalo Mountain Lodge, part of Canadian Rocky Mountain resorts. This is where she obtained her love and inspirations for Canadian and global style cuisine. Upon arriving back in Ontario, Cayley got a job as a line cook at Aquaterra restaurant. Over the next decade she would work her way up to become the Catering and Banquet Chef of Aquaterra and the Delta hotel, which the restaurant resides within. Cayley joined The Frontenac Club team in August of 2020.

Sarah Sanders has been in the service industry for twenty-one years and behind the bar for eleven. Sarah is originally from Kingston, Ontario, raised in the Thousand Islands and surrounding area. Sarah attended Sheridan College, where she studied several aspects of Art and Design. Sarah’s majors were Fine Art and Textile Design. Sarah started working in restaurants in college, as a nights and weekend job, first in BOH. Years and a few restaurants later moved to FOH, then eventually bartending.

And a big thank you to this weeks sponsors - Civil Pours and Elora Distilling Company.

Civil Pours is a ready to pour, premium cocktail program that blends the highest quality, proprietary ingredients into shelf stable, top selling cocktails delivered to you in draft-ready kegs. All you do is pour, serve, and savour a seamless experience designed to captivate your customer and smooth your service. To get in touch contact sales@civilpours.com or check the website civilpours.com

Elora Distilling Company produces handcrafted, premium products in a grain to grass distillery and the grains are sourced from local farms in Waterloo and Wellington counties. There are over 25 products on the Elora Distilling company’s roster including gins, vodkas, rums, whiskeys, liquors and pre-mixed products. All products are available for wholesale to restaurants and bars. Follow them @eloradistillingco or check out EloraDistillingCompany.com

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@chefcayleybalint

@baronessvondilligaf

@frontenacclub

@thebank.gastrobar

@sugarrunbar

@babylonsistersbar

@the_industry_podcast

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Podcast Artwork by Zak Hannah zakhannah.co