National Tequila Day
Tequila was created hundred of years ago when the Aztecs took the sap from maguey plants, fermented it, and turned it into a drink named pulque. This moniker translates into a phrase that happens to mean, “The Nectar of the Gods;” a definition that many tequila lovers would agree with. In the 16th century, pulque […]
Bullpen Bar/Oak Tavern – Episode 421
Air Date: June 28, 2015 Season 4, Episode 21 – Take Me Out of the Bar Game Location: Sparks, NV Description: Before he’s able to save a bar from spiraling out of control, Jon Taffer is forced to navigate a turbulent partnership between an ex-pilot and his ex-girlfriend that’s neither business nor pleasure. The Story In 2013, […]
Photo Gallery: BarHQ Event at Mixology101
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Park 77/The Lister – Episode 420
Air date: June 21, 2015 Season 4, Episode 20: Sticky Situation Location: Park Merced, CA Description: A family-owned bar risks shutting down when a son’s excessive drinking creates bad management decisions that sends their profits down the drain and attracts some x-rated characters. It all started in 2011, when Tano Basso, an electrician decided to open […]
LA Times: Consultant Raises The Bar on ‘Reaction Management’
The gig: Consultant Jon Taffer, 60, is the star and executive producer of the Spike TV reality series “Bar Rescue,” now in its fourth season. He’s the author of the 2013 business book “Raise the Bar: An Action-Based Method for Maximum Customer Reactions.” In the show and the book, Taffer lays out his strategy of […]
Jon Taffer on The Adam Carolla Show
At the top of the show, Adam talks about the NBA finals, and everyone discusses what happens if you buy a Game 7 ticket that never gets played. Adam takes a fan phone call about gender-bending sexual issues, and then speaks with this week’s Lord of the Jungle. Adonal Foyle calls in next, and chats […]
Vanity Fair: How I Fell in Love with the Daddest Show on TV
When Jon Taffer is telling you your business is fucked, his eyes are wide, nearly bulging out of his head, his voice is high-pitched and stern, like a cartoon villain revealing his master plan, and his shiny hair, practically plastered to his skull, is unwavering. So is his message: if you don’t listen to me, […]
Beverage Trends: The Rise of Craft Beers
American craft beer is experiencing an explosive growth in popularity, both domestically and overseas. Last year, the United States exported $100 million worth of beer, an increase of 35.7% from the previous year. Canada is the biggest consumer of American craft beer exports, at 53%, followed by Sweden at 12%, and the United Kingdom as a close third at […]
5 Tips To Help You Handle Negative Feedback
Watch my video “What to Do About Negative Yelp Reviews” via Inc.com Although social media can be used to grow companies, this medium can also ruin your business. However, there are steps that you can take to be preemptive and stay ahead of any negative ratings, reviews, and/or comments. Respond to the concerns of your […]
Increased Minimum Wage's Effect on Business
The campaign to raise the minimum wage isn’t just affecting employees, it’s affecting their employers as well; especially restaurateurs. Currently, they spend about 30% on food costs, 36% for labor costs, and 30% on administrative and other costs; which only leaves them with a 4% profit margin. When this new wage increase goes into effect, […]