FOODIE & THE BEAST: SEPTEMBER 7TH 2025

Renato “Tato” Giovannoni – one of the world’s most celebrated bartenders (named by his peers as the figure advancing the art of bartending) – and his longtime friend Alex Resnik, formerly of Wolfgang Puck’s Fine Dining Group, have brought two spectacular Argentine concepts to DC: Florería Atlántico & Brasero Atlántico. Straight from Buenos Aires, Barcelona, and Bahrain to the heart of DC. Special guests include Rikka Johnson and Chef Manuela Cabone.

Werten Bellamy – of Great Oak Manor, a 12-room boutique hotel in Chestertown, MD, that Nycci and her daughter Tessa recently visited on a mother/daughter getaway. He’s here to talk Chesapeake charm, culinary escapes, and hidden gems on the Bay.

Chef Christian Irabién – of Amparo Fondita, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15) and Mexico’s Independence Day (Sept 16) with special menus, cocktails, collaborations, and a fundraiser that highlight Mexican culture and flavors.

Ashley McPherson – hospitality & spirits consultant and founder of the McFierce Experience is in shaking up cocktails and giving us the scoop on the 9th annual the Black Owned Wine & Spirits Festival, happening October 4th.

Tune in for great conversations, and lots of delicious inspiration, every Sunday at 11am on 1500am or here