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East Street's Danny Spencer on how to create a great wine list

Danny Spencer of East Street Wines on why the on-trade should simplify their wine lists, be more adventurous with their offering – and how most tasting notes make him want to tear his hair out.

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Human Resources

Training Your Bar's Staff, The Doctor Cocktail Way

As the Founder and Owner of Doctor Cocktail, Nicolas Medicamento AIH combines his passion for Bartending with over 10 years of experience and knowledge.

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Media

Sid Patel On Why London Drinks Competitions?

Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network and London Competitions explaining the 2022 vision of London competitions to judges in its fifth year.

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Bartenders

How ‘Urban Legend’ Andrei Marcu creates the perfect bar scene

We talk to Andrei Marcu, Bar manager at Coupette about everything from designing the perfect bar menu to how to upsell at the bar.

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Menu Intel

Top Tips from Matt Paice on devising a great wine list

In this interview, Matt Paice of the Enoteca da Luca lays down his best approach to putting together a wine list and avoiding some of the biggest pitfalls.

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Operations

Raul Diaz on importance of staff education and training

A fundamental part of any on-trade business strategy is to invest in your staff's education and training, explains Raul Diaz, wine expert, and sommelier.

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Hotels

Sustainability at the heart of Pig Hotel group's drinks offering

With a total of 8 branches in the south and west of England, whatever reason you're there for, there's a high-quality PIG Hotel experience waiting for you.

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Bars

The Coral Room, ambassador for English sparkling wine

Group sommelier of The Doyle Collection portfolio, Philip Dunne talks about the Coral Room's extensive selection of domestically-produced sparkling wines.

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Trade Bodies

How Wines of South Africa is supporting the UK's on-trade, with unbeatable mix of value and quality

We caught up with the UK manager for Wines of South Africa, Jo Wehring, to find out what they are doing to help the UK’s wine trade and the key emerging trends.

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Your Business / Trends

Which Beers Are Gaining Momentum? Buyers Share What Their Customers Want

02/11/2026 We chat with top beer buyers in the UK and ask them which beers are gaining momentum; here’s what they had to say.

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Profiles / Wholesalers

Wine Buying Beyond The Bottle With Mike Best MW

04/09/2026 From wine lists to buyer expectations, Mike Best MW explores what matters most in building stronger, more profitable on-trade programmes.

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People / Sommeliers

What It Really Takes to Become a Master Sommelier: Christopher Delalonde MS on Mindset to Succeed

25/08/2026 The UK Sommelier of the Year and Master Sommelier shares the discipline behind the qualification, the importance of tasting with purpose and why hospitality—not knowledge alone—remains the foundation of the profession.

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Your Business / Trends

Building A More Transparent And Efficient Global Wine Market Through Arvest

10/08/2026 Etienne Lefebvre explains how standardized, multi-source wine data is transforming purchasing, pricing, inventory management, and transparency across the global trade.

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People / Bartenders

Why the UK's Best Bars Will Win Through People, Not Products

24/07/2026 As operators face rising costs, changing consumer expectations and a talent shortage, UK Bartenders' Guild President Claudia Carozzi believes the industry's greatest opportunity isn't behind the bottle. It's behind the bar.

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Your Business / Operations

Michele Orbolato On Crafting Profitable Wine Programs Across Los Mochis Locations

22/07/2026 Head Sommelier of Thesleff Group shares insights on multi-site wine curation and overcoming sourcing challenges

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Christ Church Spitalfields, Commercial St, London E1 6LY, United Kingdom

London Beer Competition 2027

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Royal Horticultural Halls, London, The Lindley Hall, 80 Vincent Square, London SW1P 2PB, United Kingdom

International Bulk Wine and Spirits Show London 2027

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Midwest Conference Center, Northlake, IL 60164, United States

Bartender Spirits Awards 2027

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St Mary's London, Wyndham Pl, London W1H 1PQ

London Wine Competition 2027

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Christ Church Spitalfields, Commercial St, London E1 6LY, United Kingdom

London Spirits Competition 2027

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Your Business / Marketing

The New Reality of Selling to UK Venues

21/04/2026 Selling to Bars, Pubs & Restaurants in the UK Has Changed — And Most Brands Haven’t Caught Up

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Your Business / Operations

When the Room Feels Quieter: How Bars and Restaurants Are Rethinking Growth in a Low-Footfall Era

21/04/2026 The bars and restaurants winning today are not the busiest, but the ones turning every guest into more value, more experience, and more return visits.

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People / Sommeliers

What Inspired London’s Top Somms to Get Started

21/04/2026 Exploring the personal stories, defining moments, and inspirations that led London’s leading sommeliers into the world of wine

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Supplier Support / Trade Bodies

Elusa Armagnac: Blending Tradition with Innovation in Every Sip

24/10/2024 Exploring Elusa's journey with Blanche Armagnac and future aspirations

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Your Business / Trends

Which Beers Are Gaining Momentum? Buyers Share What Their Customers Want

02/11/2026 We chat with top beer buyers in the UK and ask them which beers are gaining momentum; here’s what they had to say.

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Profiles / Wholesalers

Wine Buying Beyond The Bottle With Mike Best MW

04/09/2026 From wine lists to buyer expectations, Mike Best MW explores what matters most in building stronger, more profitable on-trade programmes.

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People / Sommeliers

What It Really Takes to Become a Master Sommelier: Christopher Delalonde MS on Mindset to Succeed

25/08/2026 The UK Sommelier of the Year and Master Sommelier shares the discipline behind the qualification, the importance of tasting with purpose and why hospitality—not knowledge alone—remains the foundation of the profession.