Chris Lowder is one of the world's most sought-after bar consultants and spirits educators, and he's sharing his knowledge! He's spilling the secrets he's learned from opening bars around the world- including giving us an insider's scoop on how Michelin Star restaurants train their staff. Chris gives the Secret Squad a low down on how to shop for tequila and vodka, and also how to taste it! Robin and Chris discuss how drinking cultures differ around the world, and how this affects the dining experience. Chris will blow your mind by talking about how some of our most-loved fast food chains look unrecognizable in different countries! This is a fun, fascinating conversation that will have you looking at your cocktails a little bit differently. Our Drink of The Day is Chris' twist on an Old Fashioned, inspired by his recent trip to Oaxaca! Episode Resources: Chris on IG: https://www.instagram.com/getlowdernow Chris on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getlowdernow Lowder-Tascarella Hospitality: https://www.lt-hospitality.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices