“When I noticed some people hitting it harder than ever I decided to jump in and have a chat with these guys…nothing heavy, just checking in and seeing how everything was going.” – Nick Miles from Lucky Duck Club in Brisbane
“Hospitality isn’t just a means to an end, and when you’re in it for the right reasons, everyone benefits – with your customers being the most important.” Pauric Kennedy from Barangaroo House on his love of hospo
Bars and cocktail lovers are invited to join the digital countdown of the list of The World’s 50 Best Bars 2020 through The World’s 50 Best Bars Facebook page and 50 Best Bars TV channel on YouTube. The streamed ceremony will begin at Thursday 3pm UK time (or 2am Friday morning AEST), culminating in the announcement of The World’s Best Bar
“Australian hospitality has brought me so much joy, fulfillment and friendship. I am proud to launch Australian Cocktail Month and provide assistance to the industry as they rebuild following the pandemic” – Penny Sippe
“Unfortunately we were unable to reach an agreement with the landlord on rent so we have decided to move the venue to a new location in 2021. Kings Kross is not what it once was. The lockout hurt our business massively, but thanks to our many loyal customers and cocktail fans we managed to survive.” – Sven Almenning, Speakeasy Group Director
From a local standpoint, for Melbourne bars made the list. The Everleigh in Melbourne was a new entry and the highest Aussie bar in the 51 to 100 coming in at 73. Byrdi Melbourne came in at 80, Above Board at 84 and Black Pearl at 98. Great news for four of the city’s best bars who are just slowly creeping out of lockdown.
“Gin has reached the most exciting period along what has been, by any standards, a highly tumultuous journey. Botanicals are now foraged, juniper origin and terroir is scrutinised and production processes are laid bare for the benefit of consumer transparency.” – Tristan Stephenson, ‘The Curious Bartender’s Gin Palace’
Bartenders walk onto a shift to mix multiples of harmonious drinks all at once to perfection while schmoozing captivated crowds. The boxer displays stunning offense and elusive defense. Both perform under extreme pressure with finesse when it counts most.
In this cocktail showcase we share five banging recipes featuring tequila or mezcal from bars around the country – Hot Tamale, Barangaroo House, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang & Cantina OK!
From midnight tonight, Melbourne’s hospitality industry – including cafes, bars and restaurants – are allowed to reopen with indoor seating of up to 20, outdoor up to 50, as long as they have good recordkeeping and Covid-safe plans in place.
“If you want to move into management set yourself a goal, be yourself and don’t let the role change the character in who you are.” – Tua Fatongiatau on rising through the ranks
“I found myself needing to dust off a book and dig deep to satisfy our spirited guests looking for more smooth sippers. The Savoy Cocktail Book had all the answers I needed and is a must for any bartender to have on their shelf.”