First stop on our Aperitivo Tour was Milan. It’s a city that gets a bit of a bad rap thanks to the smog and congestion but we loved it. There is a real aperitivo culture, stunning architecture and little alleyways dotted with cafes and trattorias are full of twinkling fairy lights and awnings.
“Rockmelon is the perfect in-season summer fruit to complement tequila, a no-brainer. The bitter citrus aperitivo adds an incredible depth of citrus and a welcome bitterness to balance the sweet rockmelon, the salty tajin salt rim to add savoury notes.” – Prudence Farquhar, Bar Mellow, Newcastle
One or Two embodies the spirit of Japanese hospitality – exceptional ice cold drinks served with famous familiarity and warmth.
Here are three cocktails from the team members Martin McConnell, Magnus Moore and Liam Murphy as well as an interview with co-owner Pete Hollands about the state of the Brisbane bar scene and what’s next for them in 2023.
I encourage constant training and revision of whatever the most popular 50-100 cocktails are in your particular city and at all my bars over the years, this has been the very foundation for all other drinks. Without a grounding in the classics, you can’t, or shouldn’t, be attempting avant garde drinks that are poorly executed.
The bar has been brought to life by the creator of Sydney’s famous Saga Bar, Julian Frederick and is a place where expertly crafted cocktails are served amongst the scenery of lush waterfalls and mythical island legends.
Etymon Projects are expanding fast and getting lots of props for their latest offering, Charles Grand Brasserie and Tiva. Jono Carr is on board as Director of Bars.
The Dusk Club has recently opened its doors to Sydney-siders who are down to enjoy the intimate, jazz-infused lounge that is hidden in the heart of the CBD.
The late and great Gary Regan championed the Clover Club and featured in his cocktail tome the Joy of Mixology. Cocktail Bill Boothby’s World Drinks and How To Mix Them featured five variations of the Clover Club.
To try and distil 34 years of hospitality experience at the highest levels into one grand unifying theory would be a ridiculous undertaking but Angus has done just that.
What a time to be alive in Perth! The final phase of Pirate Life Perth has recently opened two new venues within the hospitality precinct in a Perth Partnership with the award-winning hospitality group, Sneakers & Jeans (S&J).
London really does have something for everyone and it seems to have burst back from COVID-19 with renewed energy. The best venues tap into London’s rich history and connection to place.