#102 - Julian Flores Torres Explores New Flavors at Union Social

Watching a friend seize a new opportunity is an exciting prospect. When that opportunity is to helm the bar program of a new cocktail lounge, you pay attention a bit more. That is precisely what Julian Flores Torres is doing at Rodeo 39 Public Market as he prepares to open a new cocktail hot spot - Union Social. While there has been no lack of delicious drinks produced by Torres in his time behind OC bars, the potential for what he is building at Union Social is wildly exciting. He is diving head-first into the world of flavors and products from Aisa and neighboring regions of the world as he builds his new menu - an exhilarating if not challenging feat for Torres, but one he is thrilled to sit down and discuss.

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