The Buildout · August 7, 2025 · 1 hr 42 min

Episode 200 Special: 30+ Years of Craft Cocktail Culture

To mark a major milestone, we’re stepping outside our usual format to explore the evolution of cocktail culture over the last three decades — and the very reason this show is possible. Joining us are Mark Pascal and Francis Schott, better known as The Restaurant Guys , who operate New Brunswick's Stage Left Steak and Catherine Lombardi , and are credited with running the country’s longest-standing craft cocktail program. This conversation goes beyond bartending — it’s about ownership, staying power, and the people and places that helped shape modern drinking culture. Listen: The Restaurant Guys Podcast Read: 10 Years After His Passing, Sasha Petraske Still Lives On 📧 Get in touch: [email protected]     🍸Follow us:  - VinePair: https://www.instagram.com/vinepair/   - Tim: https://www.instagram.com/timmckirdy/   - The Restaurant Guys: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/ - Stage Left Steak: https://www.instagram.com/stagelefteats/ - Catherine Lombardi: https://www.instagram.com/catherinelombardirestaurant/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.