Aussies in the mix at the TOTC Spirited Awards
The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation has announced nominees for the 2022 Spirited Awards, with seven Australian-based finalists.
Curious Bar’s Stephen Zappelli explains why venues should consider NOLO menus
Stephen Zappelli spoke about the W Hotel Melbourne’s Curious Bar NOLO offering, house-made infusions and the rise of the NOLO cocktail.
CBDs “require a ‘holistic’ night-time occasion with hospitality at its heart”
Bars and Clubs spoke to Michael Rodrigues about revitalising the CBD, and the recovery of hospitality in the city following the lockdown era.
Swift + Moore to distribute Spirit Thief single malt whisky
Swift + Moore have added the Tasmanian whisky, a winner at March’s World Whisky Awards, to its portfolio of luxury spirits.
CGA: Cocktail popularity grows in the on-premise
The CGA’s OPUS study has seen cocktails ‘gaining significant traction’, with Margaritas and Mojitos amongst the most popular choices.
Milton Rum’s Asa Boardman highlights the power of perseverance
Devastated by floods in early 2022, Milton Rum Distillery is a example of the value of endurance.
Recipe: Milton Rum’s ‘Spiced Old Fashioned’
A spiced cane spirit Old Fashioned developed by Milton Rum, which will be served at the distillery's new location in Albion's Craft'd Grounds.
Marco Rosati, Grain Bar Supervisor, on working together to shape the hospitality industry
Marco Rosati talks about his journey from accountant to cocktail bartender, sustainability, Grain’s barrel aging program and shaping Australia's hospitality industry.
The Lansdowne Hotel rescued from closure
Mark Gerber, Founder of Oxford Art Factory, has taken over the legendary live music venue.
Paradiso’s Giacomo Giannotti explains his hospitality philosophy
Giacomo Giannotti is on a whistle-stop tour of Australia, taking over bars in both Sydney and Brisbane, including Brisbane’s W Hotel.
