Tales of the Cocktail: A Mecca of History, Culture and Consumption

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Josh Harris celebrates a win in 2010 at the first Cabana Cachaça Bartender Olympics.
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Leblon takes the party to Royal St.
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Hotel Monteleone hosts many Tales events and guests.
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Pig & Punch is about pork, punch, and charity.
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Guests competed at Ode to the Bowl 2010 at Rock ‘n’ Bowl.
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Pisco Portón cocktails get a grate of nutmeg, 2010.
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In 2012, Pig & Punch cooked nine whole pigs.
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Masks were the dress code for Spirit of Italy.
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Four Roses hosted a tasting room, 2010.
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A Tales attendee makes a call near Preservation Hall.
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Themed parties with elaborate costumes are common.
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A reveler enjoys a respite from the rigors of cocktailing.