Café Royal's Tequila Matador, Michaels Box Office, and Stanly Tucci in the Lobby Bar! 4/27/2026

In this lively episode of *Drink the Movies*, hosts Brian and Michaela welcome listeners to the lobby bar for the week of April 27, 2026, blending cocktail culture with film talk. The episode kicks off with a deep dive into the historic Cafe Royale's Tequila Matador—a 1937 cocktail with equal parts tequila, dry vermouth, and dry curacao—celebrated for its elegant simplicity and vintage roots. Michaela shares her personal journey of gardening as emotional therapy during a period of sadness and existential reflection, while also highlighting the challenges of drought in the Carolinas. The conversation shifts to box office triumphs, spotlighting *Michael*, which opened to $97 million domestically and $217 million globally, and other hits like *Super Mario Galaxy* and *Project Hail Mary*. The hosts express excitement for *The Devil Wears Prada 2*, reflecting on the original’s legacy and the enduring charisma of Stanley Tucci, whom they praise as a cultural icon. They also tease upcoming content, including a Patreon-exclusive deep dive on *Frankenstein’s Bride* and a possible review of the new animated *Animal Farm*.