In Good Spirits
A Pourly Executed, Somewhat Comedic, and Terribly Sappy Tribute Blog to the Illustrious Jon Taffer
Tag: California
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Bar Rescue Recap S9E10: Friends without Benefits
In my least favorite episode of Bar Rescue ever, Jon’s absence is once again heartbreaking to endure, and I find myself needing a hug. It helps a little that he entrusts the rescue of the rustic event venue, Epic Lounge, in Downey, California, to the capable hands of Phil Wills, long-time mixology expert, consultant, and
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Bar Rescue Recap S9E9: Losing the Playoffs
In my most favorite episode of Bar Rescue ever, Jon’s ability to adjust his understanding of a situation based on the information he receives is on full display and harkens memories of the old days before Jon became executive producer and created perfectly designed and implemented systems—you know, back when it felt like no one
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Bar Rescue Recap S9E7: My Brother’s Barkeeper
In my most favorite episode of Bar Rescue ever, Jon gives us a living example of the principles and practices he describes in his book, The Power of Conflict, and demonstrates his remarkable ability to ferry people through conflict and into loving connection with one another. As Jon proclaims, “If I don’t fix this family
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Bar Rescue Recap S1E9: Bar Fight
In my most favorite episode of Bar Rescue ever, Jon clashes with Pauly Ambrus, owner of the Canyon Inn Sports Bar and Grill in Yorba Linda, California, over the issue of renaming the establishment. Pauly is a New Yorker like Jon and quickly sets the tone for their interactions, firmly stating to the camera and
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Bar Rescue Recap S1E8: Chumps
In my most favorite episode of Bar Rescue ever, Jon confronts the passive management style of Joe and Helen Handy, the owners of Champs Sports Bar in Burbank, California. As the original sports bar in the area, Champs has fallen victim to competitive intrusion and neglectful oversight, resulting in a dated and dirty appearance and
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Bar Rescue Recap S1E4: Beach Bummer
In my most favorite episode of Bar Rescue ever, Jon takes on the challenge of reviving Kilkenny’s Irish Pub, an ailing establishment on the shores of Redondo Beach, California. Purchased by young and inexperienced sisters Allie and Alexis Speed, the pub’s lack of direction is evident in its filthy, unkempt, shabby, and confusing décor. Complicating
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Bar Rescue Recap S1E1: Fallen Angels
In my most favorite Bar Rescue episode ever, Jon debuts his show, marking the start of his illustrious career as its host and showcasing his unmatched capabilities as a well-established and effective bar and hospitality consultant. Being that the show is new and this is the first we see of Jon and the bars and
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