Erik Lorincz to leave The American Bar after nearly eight years
Erik Lorincz is to leave The American Bar at London’s Savoy hotel where he has been head bartender for nearly eight years, it has been announced today. He is only the 10th head bartender in the bar’s 125-year history, following in the footsteps of legendary figures such as Ada Coleman and Harry Craddock through to …
Bartender and chef win Barcelona trip with twisted Martini
A bartender and chef have won a trip to Barcelona in a competition seeking a Martini-inspired cocktail with a complementary garnish or food pairing. Bartender Claudio Iucolino from Dry Martini at the Meliá White House hotel in London joined forces with Stefano Toscano from the hotel’s kitchens to take the top prize in the competition …
Seychelles rum embarks on takeovers at leading bars
The “Spirit of the Seychelles” is coming to five leading bars around England through a link-up with Takamaka Rum. The bars in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool and London are all offering a special menu of cocktails throughout April using the rum range from the Seychelles, featuring a signature serve from each venue. They will each host …
Middle East group opens first bar and restaurant in UK
The Middle East’s restaurant and lounge group Caramel is opening its first site in the UK, featuring cocktails created by drinks specialist Bryan Pietersen. The 120-cover contemporary American restaurant and lounge (pictured), called Caramel, is due to be launched in Brompton Road in Knightsbridge on April 9 in the former site of La Brasserie. It …
Savanna extends range with cider flavoured with hops
A smooth cider flavoured with hops has been released as a new variant from South African brand Savanna. The new Savanna Cross has been developed to offer the taste profile of beer alongside apple cider as part of owner Distell’s ambition to take the brand to a wider market. It is designed as an alternative …
