Food, Drinks & New Orleans with Kermit Ruffins
Nicknamed the “Big Easy” and home to one of the biggest trade events of the year, Tales of the Cocktail, New Orleans is also the birthplace of jazz, home to countless classic cocktails and a vibrant culinary scene. We sat down with iconic trumpeter Kermit Ruffins, a New Orleans native deeply connected to all three, to talk about his city and neighbourhood, before joining him at his Mother In Law Lounge for a session with his Barbecue Swingers.
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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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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: 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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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 […]
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The future is yours to create: Ruka HattoriRuka Hattori is a bartender from Japan known for her thoughtful, story-driven cocktails that blend cultural tradition with modern creativity. Her approach to hospitality is personal and precise, always centered on making genuine connections with her guests. With a quiet confidence, she brings a unique voice to the international bartending scene. A little bit about […]
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The future is yours to create: Heng LyheangHeng Lyheang is a passionate bartender from Cambodia whose journey into hospitality began with a spark of inspiration at a high school graduation party. Growing up in an NGO, he discovered bartending as a creative outlet and a way to connect with people from all walks of life. Today, he channels that early motivation into […]
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Eli Martinez Bello: fighting for Mexican cultureHospitality excellence and deep links to her roots: this is Eli Martinez Bello's world, seen through her own eyes.
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David Wondrich reviews his own booksThe award-winning author and drinks historian, David Wondrich, takes a look back at his renowned writing back-catalogue. From ‘Killer Cocktails’ to ‘The Oxford Companion to Spirits & Cocktails’, he gives us the inside track on how his books came to be
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David Wondrich Explains Top 5 Drinks of 2022Take a look at Campari Academy's chat with historian David Wondrich, for Deep insights on the best selling drinks of the year
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Drink like a local: Bangkok with Supawit ‘Palm’ MuttarattanaVibrant and stimulating yet also peaceful and calm – Bangkok is full of contrasts. We went exploring the Thai capital with renowned bar veteran Supawit ‘Palm’ Muttarattana, now group bar director for Watermelon Group Where else could you find sanctuaries and temples, a few steps away from skyscrapers and mind-boggling nightlife? You guessed it: Bangkok, […]
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How do we explain who we are?As we launch the final episode of Perspectives Season 2, Monica Berg introduces us to our contributors, and lays out how food and drink play a role in our identities Developing our identity as individuals is a lifelong journey. So many factors play into that process: the places we visit, the languages we learn, the […]
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Cocktails Spirits Paris - Day 1Find out about inclusivity, professionalità and future, following the launch of Perspectives' second chapter, by Campari Academy, in Paris.