Arthur Avenue Podcast

Arthur Cantina
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The Arthur Ave Podcast is about more than bottles — it’s about the Bronx. Hosted by Anthony and JP, we spotlight the people, families, and businesses that make Arthur Avenue what it is: a living, breathing neighborhood built on Italian legacy. From third-generation auto shops and butchers to winemakers, bakers, and 100 year old delis, every episode shares the stories behind the storefronts. These are the voices that keep tradition alive while shaping the future of the Bronx’s Little Italy. It’s not just about how a business runs — it’s about the history, the hustle, and the neighborhood pride that fuels it. If you want to know what makes Arthur Avenue tick, you’ll find it here. Welcome to the Arthur Ave Podcast — where the neighborhood tells its story.

  1. May 11

    Tequila Deep Dive with Comedian Mike Figs & Chris Boiano | Arette Tasting, and Japan Stories

    Super Fans! - Text the show with your questions and comments In this episode of the Arthur Avenue Podcast, we’re joined by world-famous comedian Mike Figs and the Prince of Produce Chris Boiano for a tequila-fueled conversation that goes completely off the rails—in the best way possible. We taste and break down three different expressions from Arette Tequila, produced in the heart of Jalisco, Mexico. The guys dive into how tequila is actually made—from agave harvesting to distillation—while giving real, no-BS tasting notes along the way. Somewhere between sips, things take a turn: Mike Figs tells the story of his first visit to the Boiano food stand inside the Arthur Avenue Market… including a life-altering encounter with kale that he may never emotionally recover from. Chris talks about his recent trip to Japan. Then we pivot—because of course we do—into a debate about organized crime: does it help build communities or quietly destroy them? No easy answers, but plenty of strong opinions. Back at the shop, JP shares a classic retail moment—an online customer requesting a full video showcase of bottles before buying… during a packed Saturday. Timing is everything. Or nothing. This episode is equal parts tequila education, street-level philosophy, and the kind of conversations you only get on Arthur Avenue. Visit our store anytime at arthurcantina.com or in person at Arthur Cantina Wine & Liquor 2380 Arthur Avenue, Bronx NY 10458 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine

    29 min

  2. Apr 16

    Tsunuki 2023 Japanese Whisky Review + Tre Bicchieri Amaro Tasting, NYC Chaos & Ballato’s Dinner

    Super Fans! - Text the show with your questions and comments This episode dives deep into the 2023 Tsunuki Single Malt Japanese Whisky—one of the most talked-about bottles coming out of Japan right now. We break it down properly: nose, palate, finish, and whether it actually lives up to the hype or just looks pretty on a shelf. JP also gets into the real perks of the job—like access to events most people only hear about, including Tre Bicchieri, where the guys hit two very different masterclasses. One? A heavy hitter lineup of aged amaros, including bottles pushing 20 years old (the kind of stuff you don’t just casually “try”). The other? Let’s just say… not every class deserves applause—and we explain exactly why. Somewhere in between serious tasting notes and industry talk, things go off the rails—JP hears a guy absolutely losing a battle in the bathroom, because of course he does. The night wraps up the right way with dinner at Emilio’s Ballato—old-school Italian, elite food, strong drinks, no nonsense. Exactly how it should be. If you’re into Japanese whisky, rare amaros, behind-the-scenes access to the wine world, and a little Bronx-style reality mixed in, this one’s for you. Shop rare whiskey, amaro, and more: https://arthurcantina.com Listen to more episodes: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW214mZMtccvV1qYSL2bQyQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wany3pljWzn2xVDhIw7Zv?si=bce4ad0e7bc74467 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthur-cantina-wine-liquor-podcast/id1754634529 #JapaneseWhisky #Tsunuki #TreBicchieri #Amaro #NYCFood #ArthurAvenue #WhiskeyReview #ItalianWine Visit our store anytime at arthurcantina.com or in person at Arthur Cantina Wine & Liquor 2380 Arthur Avenue, Bronx NY 10458 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine

    17 min

  3. Apr 13

    Monks Made This?! Chartreuse Taste Test + Bronx Break-In Drama | 130 Herb Secret Recipe

    Super Fans! - Text the show with your questions and comments This episode gets weird… fast. We crack open two legendary Chartreuse liqueurs made by monks and break down what makes these bottles some of the most mysterious spirits on earth. Recipes locked away for over 200 years, made with 130 herbs and botanicals, and still somehow outperforming half the gimmick bottles flooding the market. But that’s not even the main event. In the middle of all this, we deal with a real attempted break-in at the shop. The 48th Precinct shows up, identifies the guy, and now there’s a warrant out. So yeah… from monk-made elixirs to Bronx crime stories, this one covers some ground. We also get into:  • Why Chartreuse is nearly impossible to replicate  • Thoughts on justice, policing, and what’s actually happening on the streets  • The reality behind the “defund the police” conversation  • Why cops will always get respect (and a discount) here  • Our borderline unhealthy obsession with cop videos  • A possible guys trip in the works  • And of course… we make a few Chartreuse cocktails that hit way harder than expected If you’ve ever wondered what a 200-year-old secret recipe tastes like… this is it. ⸻ 📍 Shop rare Chartreuse + more: 👉 https://arthurcantina.com 🎙 Listen to more episodes: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW214mZMtccvV1qYSL2bQyQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wany3pljWzn2xVDhIw7Zv Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthur-cantina-wine-liquor-podcast/id1754634529Shop online : arthurcantina.com  Shop in person : 2380 Arthur Avenue Bronx, NY 10458 🎵 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wany3pljWzn2xVDhIw7Zv?si=1ce1944678214390 🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthur-cantina-wine-liquor-podcast/id1754634529 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine Visit our store anytime at arthurcantina.com or in person at Arthur Cantina Wine & Liquor 2380 Arthur Avenue, Bronx NY 10458 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine

    39 min
  4. Wine Made by Nuns?! Tasting Convent Wines + Grape Breakdown, Shipping Chaos & What Nuns Actually Eat

    Apr 1

    Wine Made by Nuns?! Tasting Convent Wines + Grape Breakdown, Shipping Chaos & What Nuns Actually Eat

    Super Fans! - Text the show with your questions and comments What happens when wine is made inside a convent… by nuns… and then ends up on our table? In this episode of the Arthur Cantina Podcast, we taste a customer’s favorite wines produced by nuns and actually break down what’s behind them—because this isn’t just a gimmick bottle with a halo on it. These wines come from real convents, real vineyards, and centuries-old traditions that most brands wish they could fake. We get into: •What grapes are used in convent-made wines •How nuns actually produce wine (and why it’s usually better than you’d expect) •Who’s really behind these bottles and where they come from •The ongoing mission to bring on real guests to the show (we’re working on it… slowly but surely) •FedEx absolutely disrespecting boxes like it’s their full-time job •And a very serious debate: what do nuns actually eat? This episode is part wine education, part chaos, and part uncovering one of the most underrated corners of the wine world. If you think this is just some novelty religious wine… you’re already wrong. 👉 Shop rare and authentic wines (including unique finds like these) at: https://arthurcantina.com 👉 Located in the Bronx’s Little Italy – 2380 Arthur Avenue, Bronx NY 🎧 Listen to more episodes: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW214mZMtccvV1qYSL2bQyQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wany3pljWzn2xVDhIw7Zv?si=bce4ad0e7bc74467 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthur-cantina-wine-liquor-podcast/id1754634529 Visit our store anytime at arthurcantina.com or in person at Arthur Cantina Wine & Liquor 2380 Arthur Avenue, Bronx NY 10458 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine

    23 min

  5. Mar 9

    Heaven’s Door 10 Year Whiskey Review (Bob Dylan Bourbon) | 30 Private Barrel Tastings, Minnesota Stories & Celebrity Whiskey Talk

    Super Fans! - Text the show with your questions and comments In this episode of the Arthur Avenue Podcast, the guys dive into Heaven’s Door 10 Year Tennessee Bourbon, the premium whiskey created in collaboration with legendary songwriter Bob Dylan. JP just got back from a trip to Minnesota — Dylan’s home state — which leads the crew down a rabbit hole discussing their favorite Bob Dylan songs, Dylan’s influence on American culture, and how a folk legend ended up with one of the most interesting whiskey brands on the market. But things escalate quickly. The crew takes on their largest tasting lineup ever, sampling 30 different Heaven’s Door private barrel whiskey samples to see which barrel truly stands out. Somewhere in the middle of that marathon tasting, Fez the Truffle Pig discovers what might be the worst whiskey he has ever tasted in his life. Along the way the guys also talk about the strange world of celebrity whiskey brands — including how Metallica has their own whiskey even though the band famously stopped drinking years ago. Meanwhile JP is discovering another harsh truth of life… he’s getting older, and his back is starting to remind him. Topics in this episode include: •Bob Dylan Heaven’s Door 10 Year whiskey review •30 Heaven’s Door private barrel whiskey tastings •JP’s trip to Minnesota •Favorite Bob Dylan songs •Celebrity whiskey brands •Metallica whiskey •Fez the Truffle Pig’s worst whiskey ever •The dangers of aging while drinking whiskey If you enjoy bourbon reviews, whiskey tastings, music history, and chaotic podcast conversations, this episode is for you. Shop rare whiskey, tequila, and Italian spirits: https://arthurcantina.com Listen to more episodes of the Arthur Cantina Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW214mZMtccvV1qYSL2bQyQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wany3pljWzn2xVDhIw7Zv Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthur-cantina-wine-liquor-podcast/id1754634529 #WhiskeyReview #Bourbon #BobDylan #HeavensDoorWhiskey #PrivateBarrel #ArthurAvenuePodcast Visit our store anytime at arthurcantina.com or in person at Arthur Cantina Wine & Liquor 2380 Arthur Avenue, Bronx NY 10458 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine

    18 min

  6. Feb 22

    Boys Trip Disaster. 2-Hour Uber Ride in a Blizzard, No Gas, Grappa & Regret | Arthur Ave Podcast

    Super Fans! - Text the show with your questions and comments What was supposed to be a simple boys trip turned into a full-blown winter survival story. In this episode of the Arthur Ave Podcast, we break down the chaos: • A 2-hour Uber ride home in the middle of a blizzard • Running out of gas halfway through • The Uber driver literally hitchhiking for fuel • Being stranded in freezing weather  We also get into a real conversation about grappa — what it is, why people drink it, who actually buys it, and why certain personalities gravitate toward it. Is it a digestivo for tough guys? An old-school Italian staple? A misunderstood spirit? We break it down. If you’ve ever: ✔ Been stuck in a snowstorm ✔ Taken a questionable Uber ride ✔ Drank grappa when you probably shouldn’t have ✔ Wondered who actually buys grappa and why This episode is for you. Expect chaos, winter survival stories, liquor education, and the kind of honesty that only comes from being stranded in a blizzard with no gas while your schizophrenic uber driver hitchhikes for gas. ⸻ 🎧 Listen to more episodes: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW214mZMtccvV1qYSL2bQyQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wany3pljWzn2xVDhIw7Zv?si=bce4ad0e7bc74467 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthur-cantina-wine-liquor-podcast/id1754634529 🛒 Shop rare Italian spirits & grappa: https://arthurcantina.com #BoysTrip #UberStory #BlizzardStory #Grappa #ItalianSpirits #ArthurAvePodcast #LiquorPodcast #WinterStormStory #BronxLittleItaly Shop online : arthurcantina.com  Shop in person : 2380 Arthur Avenue Bronx, NY 10458 🎵 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wany3pljWzn2xVDhIw7Zv?si=1ce1944678214390 🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthur-cantina-wine-liquor-podcast/id1754634529 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine Visit our store anytime at arthurcantina.com or in person at Arthur Cantina Wine & Liquor 2380 Arthur Avenue, Bronx NY 10458 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine

    27 min

  7. Feb 14

    What Is Madeira Wine? History, Tasting & Pairing w/Madonia Bakery Onion Bread. Arthur Avenue Podcast

    Super Fans! - Text the show with your questions and comments In the first episode of 2026, the boys kick off the new year with one of the most historic (and misunderstood) wines in the world — Madeira. We taste Madeira wine, break down its flavor profile, explain how it’s made, and dive into the incredible history behind this fortified legend. From ocean voyages to colonial America, Madeira was literally built to survive sea travel — and still tastes alive decades later. And because this is Arthur Avenue, we paired it properly. The Madeira is matched with fresh onion bread from Madonia Bakery, one of the iconic bakeries in Bronx Little Italy. The sweetness, salinity, and caramelized onion notes hit differently when paired with a wine designed by heat and oxidation. If you've ever searched: What is Madeira wine? How is Madeira made? Does Madeira wine go bad? What does Madeira taste like? What food pairs with Madeira wine? Best bread pairing for fortified wine? This episode answers it all. In this episode: • Madeira wine tasting notes • The history of Madeira wine • Why Madeira might be the most indestructible wine on earth • Pairing Madeira with onion bread Start 2026 the right way — history in the glass, bread on the table. 🍷 If you love Italian wine, fortified wine, rare bottles, and real conversations without the wine-snob nonsense — subscribe and follow the Arthur Avenue Podcast.  Shop online : arthurcantina.com Shop in person : 2380 Arthur Avenue Bronx, NY 10458  🎵 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wany3pljWzn2xVDhIw7Zv?si=1ce1944678214390  🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthur-cantina-wine-liquor-podcast/id1754634529  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine  TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine Visit our store anytime at arthurcantina.com or in person at Arthur Cantina Wine & Liquor 2380 Arthur Avenue, Bronx NY 10458 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine

    17 min

  8. Feb 14

    How to pair Mozzarella & Soppressata with Italian Wine on the ARTHUR AVENUE PODCAST

    Super Fans! - Text the show with your questions and comments On this episode of the Arthur Avenue Podcast, the boys return to their natural habitat: fresh mozzarella, soppressata, and loud chewing noises. We’re eating classic Italian staples straight out of Arthur Avenue (Calabria Pork Store) in the Bronx, pairing them with Bocelli Sangiovese from the Tuscan winery owned by legendary tenor Andrea Bocelli— if you’re going to antipasto, you might as well do it operatically. Anthony breaks down: Why mozzarella + soppressata is still undefeated How Bocelli Sangiovese drinks like a crowd-pleaser but thinks like a serious Italian wine What makes celebrity-owned wineries legit (and when they’re just cash grabs) And, for reasons no one can fully explain, his deep admiration for former NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio Is it satire? Is it sincere? Is it wine talking? Yes. If you love Italian wine, Arthur Avenue food, Bronx culture, or watching grown men argue while eating, this episode is for you. 🍷 Wine Featured Bocelli Sangiovese (Tuscany, Italy) Bright cherry, earthy undertones, food-first structure—built for cured meats and food with good fat. 📍 Topics Covered Arthur Avenue Italian food culture Mozzarella & soppressata pairings Bocelli Winery & celebrity Italian wines Sangiovese food pairings Bronx wine talk NYC politics (uninvited but persistent)  Shop online : arthurcantina.com  Shop in person : 2380 Arthur Avenue Bronx, NY 10458 🎵  Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wany3pljWzn2xVDhIw7Zv?si=1ce1944678214390  🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthur-cantina-wine-liquor-podcast/id1754634529  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine  TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine Visit our store anytime at arthurcantina.com or in person at Arthur Cantina Wine & Liquor 2380 Arthur Avenue, Bronx NY 10458 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arthurcantinawine TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@arthurcantinawine Facebook https://www.facebook.com/arthurcantinawine

    19 min
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The Arthur Ave Podcast is about more than bottles — it’s about the Bronx. Hosted by Anthony and JP, we spotlight the people, families, and businesses that make Arthur Avenue what it is: a living, breathing neighborhood built on Italian legacy. From third-generation auto shops and butchers to winemakers, bakers, and 100 year old delis, every episode shares the stories behind the storefronts. These are the voices that keep tradition alive while shaping the future of the Bronx’s Little Italy. It’s not just about how a business runs — it’s about the history, the hustle, and the neighborhood pride that fuels it. If you want to know what makes Arthur Avenue tick, you’ll find it here. Welcome to the Arthur Ave Podcast — where the neighborhood tells its story.

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  • Creator
    Arthur Cantina
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Arthur Avenue Podcast
  • Show Website
    Arthur Avenue Podcast