SEASON 12 IS HERE!

We’re back! Check out all new episodes of Beyond the Plate, featuring some of the world’s greatest chefs, restaurateurs, bartenders, and food personalities as they share their journey into the industry and how they give back to their communities. Follow along right here as we serve up inspiring stories and a whole lot of heart from the culinary and beverage world.

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You can find the entire catalog of episodes by clicking this link or check out the five most recent episodes below.

Beyond the Drink: How Kevin Armstrong Built One of the Most Respected Bars in the World (S12/Ep.14) – Beyond the Plate

Kevin Armstrong is a celebrated bartender, bar owner, educator, and author based in East London. His neighborhood bar has become a global destination – thanks in part to its daily-changing cocktail menu and one of the most thoughtfully trained teams in the business. In this episode, Kevin shares why he believes great bars are built on great experiences, not just great drinks, and how he empowers his staff to lead with both creativity and consistency. He also highlights his involvement with organizations like Equal Measures and Celebrate Her, which support mentorship and diversity in the bar industry. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Drink… with Kevin Armstrong.This season of #BeyondtheDrink is brought to you by Fords Gin, – the cocktail gin.Follow Beyond the Plate on Facebook.Follow Kappy on Instagram and X.Find Beyond the Plate on all major podcast platforms. www.beyondtheplatepodcast.com www.onkappysplate.com

1. Beyond the Drink: How Kevin Armstrong Built One of the Most Respected Bars in the World (S12/Ep.14) 21:42
2. Jake Cohen: How Hosting Dinner Parties Changed Everything (S12/Ep.013) 01:00:49
3. HEARD (016): immersion blenders, pressure cookers, brand values, what knives I use, Chef Joel Gamoran, buy someone a restaurant gift certificate, and frozen charleston chews. 11:16
4. Beyond the Drink: How Miami Native Alexis Soler Became a Pioneer in Nashville’s Bar Scene (S12/Ep.12) 21:05
5. Vaughn Vreeland (LIVE): The Story Behind NYT’s Cookie Book Everyone’s Talking About (S12/Ep.11) 39:17

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Podcast Credits:

• Producers: Andrew “Kappy” Kaplan, Ian Cohen, Shant Petrossian
• Editing & Production Support: Joel Yeaton
• Digital Media Producer: Sarah McLellan Mee
• Original Music: GoldFord (@iGoldford)