Our CRAFTED Trip Report: Washington DC & Manhattan

Our CRAFTED Trip Report: Washington DC & Manhattan

Author: BLISTER May 27, 2026 Duration: 1:25:20

Jonathan just got back from an incredible 12-day trip to Washington DC and Manhattan, and had a ton of notable ‘CRAFTED’ experiences. So he and Eli Brown talk about a bunch of them, and we’d love to hear your thoughts on some of the places we mention — or some additional places you think we need to check out next time we’re in DC / NYC.

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TOPICS & TIMES:

Washington DC (2:04)

- The Dabney (6:08)

- Death & Co DC (7:25)

- Filter & Dua DC (16:54)

- Karma Modern Indian Cuisine (24:01)

Manhattan (26:32)

- James Beard Foundation Platform Dinner: Bûcheron (31:54)

- Frozen Margaritas (37:00)

Coffee Spots: (41:07)

- Coffee Project & Hovin He (41:07)

- Hi-Collar & La Cabra (44:41)

- Arcane Estate Coffee (47:09)

- Park at Kim’s (48:37)

- BAZU! by Superwow Coffee (49:25)

- L’Industrie & Scarr’s Pizza (53:30)

- Bar Contra (58:05)

- Linden’s Overnight Oats (1:05:45)

Theater (1:10:33)

- Dog Day Afternoon (1:12:39)

- Proof (1:13:32)

- The Fear of 13 (1:16:32)

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There's a particular kind of conversation that happens when someone has dedicated their life to making something tangible, driven by obsession over details most of us overlook. CRAFTED, from BLISTER, is built on those conversations. Each episode moves beyond a simple product review to explore the entire ecosystem of creation, whether the subject is a meticulously roasted coffee, a complex whiskey, a precision timepiece, or a bold new wine. You'll hear directly from the individuals who define these fields-brewers, distillers, founders, and artisans who started their ventures not because it was easy, but because they couldn't imagine doing anything else. This podcast digs into the raw materials, the failed experiments, the business risks taken on a principle, and the quiet triumphs that happen long before a product reaches a shelf. It’s about the philosophy embedded in the process as much as the technical skill. Tuning in feels less like listening to an interview and more like pulling up a stool in a workshop or a tasting room, offering an intimate look at the patience, setbacks, and unwavering standards that transform a simple idea into a crafted object. The stories are specific, but the themes of creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit are universal, connecting anyone who appreciates the depth behind a well-made thing.
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