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PREPARING FOR YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE
The industry is changing so fast right now so we’re keeping you up to date with all the latest insights, guidance and advice as things in the bar world evolve. Find everything you need to prepare yourself for getting back to work in the new reality as venues start to re-open. Discover how you can prepare for the future with podcasts, resources, webinars and advice from our world-renowned experts.
WELLBEING
MASTERCLASS: INDUSTRY AFTER HOURS
In this webinar, join Global Cocktailian Lauren Mote, Global Gastronomer Mark Moriarty and special guests, sharing their top tips and advice on how to achieve a more sustainable lifestyle.
BAR STORIES: NUTRITION 101
Chef Mark Moriarty & Nutritionist Kirsten Brooks chat about ways to keep your nutrition in check over the next few weeks, including lots of delish meal ideas.
BAR STORIES: WELLBEING
Tristan Stephenson and Camille Vidal chat all things wellbeing in our first episode of Bar Stories, LIVE on Instagram.
KEEPING WELL IN THE NEW NORMAL
Diageo Programme Manager and Mental Health Practitioner, Renee Floer, gives tips on looking after yourself away from the bar and if returning.
BAR CHAT: HOW TO LOOK AFTER YOURSELF
Tim Philips and Jamie Jones join host Tristan Stephenson to share their experience and insider tips on how to look after yourself in the industry. From diet to relationships, no stone is left unturned.
BAR CHAT: LOW / NO
In this episode Claire Warner from Seedlip and Barrie Wilson from Scotch + Limon discuss the low and no alcohol movement storming the bar world and share tips on how to raise the bar with creative serves.
BAR CHAT: SUSTAINABILITY IN THE INDUSTRY
In this episode eco experts James Fowler, Linda O’Flynn & Lauren Mote collectively share their views on how to run a more sustainable venue. From seasonal produce to minimizing plastic usage tune in to learn how you can reduce wastage and C02 emissions.
TOP 10 HEALTH & SAFETY TIPS
From contactless payments and re-imagining your menu, to reducing crowds and queues. Get our top 10 health and safety tips.
SKILLS & TECHNIQUES
MASTERCLASS: JOHNNIE WALKER AND THE ART OF THE HIGHBALL
Join Johnnie Walker Brand Ambassadors, Tom Jones and Ali Reynolds, as they travel to the four corners of Scotland, exploring the versatile flavours of Johnnie Walker to find out what makes it so perfectly suited to the whisky highball.
MASTERCLASS: AN EXPERT GUIDE TO BEER FLAVOURS & STYLES
In this webinar training session, join expert Beer Sommeliers Padraig Fox and Ian Colgan, as they explore the different types and styles of beer, and how best to pair their characteristic flavours with food.
BAR STORIES: UPSKILLING
Paige Aubort and Julian Short chat about ways they’ve been upskilling at home, and how they will take their skills back to the bar.
ALTERNATIVE BAR TOOLS
Safe at home but missing your bar tools? Using these everyday kitchen utensils, you can make the most of this time and improve your cocktail making skills. Now, pass the rolling pin!
USEFUL TOOLS
SELF CARE PLANNER
Build in rhythm to your week with our suggested planner and checklist.
Whether it is creating your own quiz on Instagram and challenge your bartender friends, listening to your favourite Bar Chat Podcast or creating a new cocktail serve.
GET TO GRIPS WITH LOW / NO ALCOHOL
Single-or zero-unit alternatives are a great way to expand drink options.
WELLNESS TIPS & TRICKS
Experts tips from Kirsten Brooks from Eat yourself to Health and Camille Vidal from La Maison Wellness on how to live a sustainable and healthy lifestyle between shifts.
FOUR STEPS TO HIGHBALL HEAVEN
The Highball is indeed a drink for the ages - but there are some definite rules to stick by when making the perfect Highball cocktail.
BATCHED COCKTAILS RECIPE CARD
Batching cocktails is a smart choice for busy service hours at your venue, you can make these cocktails look and taste great and benefit from.
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