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Where can you learn to live life one cocktail at a time? Here on the Lush Life Podcast discover why an old-fashioned is the drink of choice, who is making their own bitters and how ice, or lack there of, is transforming the cocktails you drink. Hosted by your favorite drinking companion, Susan L. Schwartz, the Lush Life Podcast introduces you to the movers and shakers of the cocktail world.

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If you follow my writing, you know I have a penchant for hotel bars. If you happen to share my passion, then this year don’t miss your chance to experience what’s happening behind the hotel bars in Barcelona from Sept 21 - 27.

Now, thanks to our gu... more

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It takes a certain courage and a fair bit of conviction to build a whisky distillery that dares to do things differently. Luckily, today’s guest is genetically predisposed to have both.

Today I’m sitting down with Gareth Moore, CEO of the Virginia D... more

You just can’t help falling in love with a town that gave us both the King of Rock n Roll and the Queen Bee. Today’s episode brings us the delights that can only be found in Tupelo, Mississippi.

Sponsored by Tupelo CVB, we’re diving into the history... more

There is only one place to experience the sunset over Venice with a cocktail in hand. Our guest today is the one behind the drinks that make it unforgettable.

Let me introduce Valentina Mircea, the Bar Manager of The Skyline Bar at the Hilton Molino... more

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Matteo Conte
Bar manager, Grand Hotel Central
Grand Hotel Central
Episode: How to Enjoy Barcelona Hotel Bar Week 2.0 with Founder Bianca Grisolia and a few of the Bartenders Behind It
Hugo Maciel
Head bartender, Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona
Mandarin Oriental Barcelona
Episode: How to Enjoy Barcelona Hotel Bar Week 2.0 with Founder Bianca Grisolia and a few of the Bartenders Behind It
Alberto Melis
Bar manager of Cotton House Hotel
Cotton House Hotel, Barcelona
Episode: How to Enjoy Barcelona Hotel Bar Week 2.0 with Founder Bianca Grisolia and a few of the Bartenders Behind It
Marcos Miranda
F&B manager, Kimpton, Vividora
Kimpton Vividora
Episode: How to Enjoy Barcelona Hotel Bar Week 2.0 with Founder Bianca Grisolia and a few of the Bartenders Behind It
Gareth Moore
CEO of Virginia Distillery Company
Virginia Distillery Company
Episode: How to Drink at the Virginia Distillery Company
Jennie Bradford Curlee
Deputy Director, Tupelo Convention and Visitors Bureau
Tupelo CVB
Episode: How to Catch the Buzz in Tupelo, Mississippi
Jeri Carter
Owner and Queen Bee, Queen's Reward Meadery
Queen's Reward Meadery
Episode: How to Catch the Buzz in Tupelo, Mississippi
Valentina Mircea
Bar Manager Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
Episode: How to Drink at the Hilton Molino Stucky Venice with Valentina Mircea, Bar Manager
Ludwig Negri
Manager of The St. Regis Bar and The Arts Bar at The St. Regis Venice
The St. Regis Venice
Episode: How to Drink at the St Regis Venice with Ludwig Negri, Bars Manager

Host

Susan L. Schwartz
Host of Lush Life Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Terrible

    Seems completely unedited, poorly titled episodes, rambles etc

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AnnaPrekeges
    United States5 years ago
  • Great podcast, amazing interviews

    Love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nika Susani
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Amazing pod!

    Best Food and drink pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marcus Bronzy
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Susan Knows Her stuff

    This woman is so fun to listen to. I am transported to the glamourous life, listening to the most interesting bar stories in the world! My favorite podcast to listen to on Fridays.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    captainfuzz
    United States9 years ago
  • Fantastic podcast

    This is a wonderful podcast for anyone interested in cocktails, spirits, the life of a bartender or inspiration behind some of the world's top bar menus. I love the interviews and the stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kittysue
    United States9 years ago

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The show is noted for inspiring careers in bartending and hospitality, with strong coverage of global bar culture.
The host's storytelling style is engaging and transports listeners to cocktail-forward moments.
Guests are described as insightful and well-informed industry voices.
Listeners praise natural interview flow and bar-sound ambience that makes you feel present at the location.

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#244
Germany/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#99
Philippines/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#176
Sweden/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#218
Poland/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#219
United Arab Emirates/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#244
Austria/Arts/Food

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How to Enjoy Barcelona Hotel Bar Week 2.0 with Founder Bianca Grisolia and a few of the Bartenders Behind It
Q: What's the plan around sponsorship and how do brands engage with the hotels during the week?
We limit sponsorship to a maximum of two brands per category, ensuring meaningful participation while keeping focus on the guest experience and the bars' creativity; sponsors help enable the events, masterclasses, and guest shifts.
How to Enjoy Barcelona Hotel Bar Week 2.0 with Founder Bianca Grisolia and a few of the Bartenders Behind It
Q: Can you summarize how the second Barcelona Hotel Bar Week differs from the first edition and what attendees can expect this year?
The week keeps the same overall format but expands to 31 participating hotels, adds more international bars and wellness activities, increases the emphasis on hotel-bar experiences for the public, and introduces enhanced Mix and Eat activations and a more robust calendar of events.
How to Drink at the Hilton Molino Stucky Venice with Valentina Mircea, Bar Manager
Q: What makes Skyline's cocktails connect with Venice's identity?
She describes the menus as inspired by the skies over Venice, with color palettes and flavor profiles tied to local scenery and landmarks, plus an education program for staff to understand the city's culture.
How to Drink at the Hilton Molino Stucky Venice with Valentina Mircea, Bar Manager
Q: How did sustainability become central to Skyline's operations?
Valentina explains they adopted a holistic approach, from sourcing practices and waste reduction to in-house infusions and edible garnishes, all geared toward long-term stewardship and mentorship of younger staff.
How to Drink at the St Regis Venice with Ludwig Negri, Bars Manager
Q: So what did you think it would be like living in Venice? ... did you think it would be quite insular or too touristy?
Ludwig says Venice offers both bustling tourist areas and quieter neighborhoods; he anticipated the city would be touristy but found quieter options off the main corridors, balancing work culture with everyday Venetian life.

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What is Lush Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on cocktails, hospitality, and global drinking cultures, with conversations that pull back the curtain on bar programs, distilleries, and cocktail-forward venues. Episodes spotlight how brands tell their stories, from single-malt and bourbon traditions to regional beverage scenes, while detailing sustainability, craftsmanship, and mentorship in the bar world. A standout thread across episodes is the emphasis on storytelling through drinks, innovative bar concepts, and the people behind them, whether at historic hotels, boutique distilleries, or vibrant cocktail cultures in cities like Venice and Cincinnati. Listeners can expect practical insights for hospitality pros, potential sponsorship angles for brands, and vivid, sen... more

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