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Erick Castro and the Quest to Preserve the Neighborhood Bar

Imbibe Magazine

The apothecary-inspired Polite Provisions was a pioneer of the city’s craft cocktail scene when it opened more than a decade ago. In fact, we named Raised by Wolves our “ Cocktail Bar of the Year ” in 2019’s Imbibe 75a year before the hospitality industry as a whole faced a global shift.

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Announcing the 2025 Suntory Cup Finalists

Australian Bartender

After a decade-long hiatus, the Suntory Cup returns, inviting talented hospitality professionals to demonstrate their skills, passion and creativity in the art of bartending. This year’s theme, “Reinvigorate the Retro,” encouraged participants to craft cocktails inspired by classic influences, using Suntory Global Spirits’ iconic brands.

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Meet the Winner and Finalists of VinePair’s Best New Bartender Competition

VinePair

Louis’s New Society was crowned VinePair’s Best New Bartender of 2025. Not only did the new gig introduce her to the world of garden-style cocktails, but the restaurant’s high focus on hospitality pushed her to think about drink building and presentation through the lens of her guests. “I

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Where to Eat and Drink in Guadalajara Right Now

VinePair

8 on North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025 and No. In fact, that’s where Farmacia Rita Perez co-owner Francisco “Pancho” Castillon got his start in the hospitality biz, making aguachile, the popular Mexican ceviche dish, for bars all over town.

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La Petite Maison Announces International Expansion With New Flagship Venues in Marbella, Maldives and Kuwait

Bar Magazine

Developed in partnership with Al Dhow Hospitality and the Touristic Enterprises Company (TEC), the venue features a sweeping dining room, an elegant open-air terrace, private dining room and a vibrant bar showcasing reimagined signature mocktails.

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Meet the National Finalists for the VinePair x Elijah Craig Old Fashioned Cocktail Contest

VinePair

Contestants were tasked with creating unique twists on the Old Fashioned recipe using Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon or Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey as the cocktails base. 26, 2025, they will head to Kentucky where they will compete in a live competition finale.

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Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Announces World’s Sustainable Cocktail Champion Sponsored by Flor de Caña

Tales of the Cocktail

Bartenders from across the world are encouraged to showcase their creativity by crafting cocktails that not only tantalize the taste buds but also prioritize sustainability through the use of eco-friendly ingredients and techniques. From there, the semi-finalists will advance to the Global Finals in Nicaragua in February 2025.