In Good Spirits
A Pourly Executed, Somewhat Comedic, and Terribly Sappy Tribute Blog to the Illustrious Jon Taffer
Tag: Who is Jon Taffer?
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After Hours: How Can You See Jon Taffer as Illustrious? Isn’t He an Asshole?
Yeah, yeah. I get this a lot. Thank you for asking and giving me the opportunity to provide an answer. I’m excited to share a different perspective on what’s happening during Bar Rescue that might surprise you. Grab your favorite cocktail – you’re about to see Jon in a whole new light (unless you’re a
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Behind the Bar: Celebrating Jon and 250 Episodes of Bar Rescue
On June 30, 2024, Paramount aired its 250th Bar Rescue episode, and Jon worked his magic during it just like he has 249 times before. For over a decade, I have watched this illustrious man transform failing establishments into thriving businesses, and now Jon has reached an incredible milestone: The 250th episode of the show.
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Social Media Synopsis: June 27, 2024
In my most favorite social media post ever, Jon points us to a GQ article where he recounts stories from his long and illustrious career and talks about what it has taken to reach the amazing milestone of 250 Bar Rescue episodes, proving, once again, he is the G.O.A.T. Congratulations, Jon, on such a fantastic
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Social Media Synopsis: June 21, 2024
In my most favorite social media post ever, Jon owns one of his many competitive advantages by celebrating a self-deprecating meme, highlighting both his mental prowess as a problem-solver and his illustrious character as a human being.
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Behind the Bar: Should Jon Walk the Plank for the Piratz Tavern Rebrand?
Many Bar Rescue fans are aware of the controversy surrounding the infamous Piratz Tavern rescue that started off Season Two, but in case you didn’t know, it’s kind of hilarious and worth a mention because the Piratz Tavern owners and staff were extremely vocal about their displeasure with Jon, his criticisms and ideas. Jon, being
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After Hours: Jon Taffer, the Father Figure We All Need
I know we don’t all need a father figure like my title suggests, but if you are in the market for one—surprise! I think Jon would be a great choice. I have a friend who says we all need to have a “Jon Taffer Button” on our lapels. When we push it, Jon appears and
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Social Media Synopsis: May 31, 2024
In my most favorite social media post ever, Redditor RangeRossTracy posted a video in r/barrescue of Jon telling everyone he’ll be back regularly hosting Bar Rescue episodes starting this week. Hallelujah!
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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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Social Media Synopsis: March 7, 2024
In my most favorite social media post ever, Jon shares a Throwback Thursday Taffer Tries It episode he originally posted on June 30, 2023. Jon reviews Mr. Beast’s Feastables candies and finds them terribly mediocre. He decides to shut it down, but his decision isn’t without some hilarious trepidation which he shares at the end.
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After Hours: A Mother’s Love, A Host’s Heart
One Mother’s Day long ago I was gifted a pair of tickets for a Mother’s Day brunch at an upscale hotel bar about 45 minutes from where I lived. I had spent many years, off and on, living with my grandmother because my relationship with my mother was fraught with difficulties. I came from a
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