Eamon Rockey strives for perfection - whether it's making cocktails, helping open restaurants or managing staff, he wants to lead and inspire. Tune in to In the Drink as he shares his philosophy with host Joe Campanale. Hear why Midtown isn't all that bad, what plans are in store for Betony, a New American restaurant on 57th Street, and how the Scandinavian philosophy thrives in Brooklyn. This program was sponsored by S. Wallace Edwards & Sons.

"Midtown is a misunderstood neighborhood. My ignorance initially lead me to uncertainty, but the more time I spend in this neighborhood the more I fall in love with it." [07:00]

--Eamon Rockey on In the Drink

This week on Taste Matters, Mitchell Davis is joined by Adam Aamann, chef/partner of Aamanns/Copenhagen. Together, they discuss the rise of new Nordic cuisine and how seasonality is at the base of this popular culinary movement. Find out why local ingredients are so essential in Scandinavia and learn about the resurgence of Smørrebrød. This episode was sponsored by Cain Vineyard & Winery.

Eamon Rockey, owner and GM of Aska, brings Scandinavian food to Williamsburg! This week on The Morning After, Eamon joins Jessie Kiefer and Jen Tullock in the studio to talk about the integrity of ingredients and traditional cooking. Hear how Eamon twists tradition and time to create truly unique food and beverages. Eamon believes in the importance of intention and attention in the kitchen; how does Eamon incorporate these ideas into Aska's tasting menu? Erin Fairbanks, Executive Director of the Heritage Radio Network and host of The Farm Report, is talking about Chardonnay's meat dishes. Tune in to hear what's on the menu at Chardonnay's at their Stockholm location! This program has been brought to you by The Greenhouse Tavern.

"I want to see something inspiring lead to a series of steps or experiments, that eventually leads to something beautiful." [13:00]

"We're not doing things to stand on a soapbox, we're doing them because it feels like the right thing to do." [20:00]

"If your goal is to meet expectations, it's very difficult to surpass them." [21:30]

-- Eamon Rockey on The Morning After