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The usual suspects: 5 people you should know if you want to open a barA bar is only as good as the team running it, but it’s equally important to set your business up for success. Monica Berg highlights some of the key players who’ve helped her over the years, and whom she’d be lost without 1. The lawyer Depending on where in the world you are, there are different […]
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Who Are Bar Designed For? A Conversation with Behind BarsFrom Behind Bars office in Oslo, Campari Academy Creative Director Monica Berg sits down with founder Alex Ruas and designer Samantha MacRae to discuss bar design.
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The origins series: The many uses of grains for making drinksFrom their role in the history of humankind, to their transformation into beer, whisky and more, we dig into the origins of grains in the second in our ongoing series Grains: so little, yet so fundamental. These tiny, very often crunchy kernels were responsible for the first pivotal change in human habits, thus setting the […]
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Describe this flavourHow do our sensory memories impact how we describe or perceive flavours? Millie Milliken asks four experts from around the world what ingredients they associate with common flavour descriptors Where Georgia Georgakopoulou grew up in the mountainous region of Arcadia in Greece, she was surrounded by plum, pomegranate, pear and apple trees. In primary school, […]
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Drink Like A Local: Hanoi with Công NguyễnDiscover Hanoi through Công’s eyes, a city where nostalgia and creativity intertwine, where mornings hum with the clatter of coffee cups and evenings glow with the warmth of shared laughter over bia hơi and cocktails alike. Born and raised in Hanoi, Công Nguyễn has spent over a decade behind the bar, shaping not only his […]
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The future is yours to create: Teo ParkTeo Park is a Seoul-based bartender who finds meaning in sharing everyday life with his guests, one drink, one conversation at a time. As he prepares to open his new bar Hand in Hand, Teo reflects on his quiet perseverance, romantic approach to bartending, and what it meant to represent Korea on the international Red […]
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Drink Like A Local: Johor Bahru with Joe NaikExplore Johor Bahru with Joe, to uncover a city where coastal calm meets electric energy, where late-night food stalls glow beside modern bars, and every corner hums with the warmth of Malaysian hospitality. Discover the easy rhythm of local life, taste the flavors that define its streets, and experience the city’s growing cocktail culture through […]
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The future is yours to create: Joel PoonJoel Poon is a seasoned hospitality professional and creative force behind Reka:Bar in Kuala Lumpur. With a background in Hospitality Management and a passion for taking care of people, Joel blends technical precision with heartfelt storytelling in every drink he creates. Known for his curiosity, mentorship, and drive to constantly evolve, he’s a respected voice […]