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Five head chefs, one table and a single evening. ‘Dinner of the Year’ returns to Prague Read More ...

Five head chefs, one table and a single evening. ‘Dinner of the Year’ returns to Prague

Five chefs recognised by the Gault&Millau guide, a six-course menu and two sittings offering a cross-section of contemporary Czech gastronomy. Dinner of the Year 2026 will take place on 14 November at...
Lounge Bohemia is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Pavel Tvaroh is preparing a 20-course cocktail experience in London Read More ...

Lounge Bohemia is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Pavel Tvaroh is preparing a 20-course cocktail experience in London

London’s iconic Lounge Bohemia marks two decades of avant-garde mixology with a series of exclusive Anniversary Sessions created by Czech-born founder and chief mixologist Paul Tvaroh.
Three bartenders from Czech bars, one famous Japanese brand. Prabhu Tiwari, Carola Urru and Juraj Pavlík are heading to Athens for the Nikka Perfect Serve Read More ...

Three bartenders from Czech bars, one famous Japanese brand. Prabhu Tiwari, Carola Urru and Juraj Pavlík are heading to Athens for the Nikka Perfect Serve

Nikka Perfect Serve is an international bartending competition organised under the auspices of the Japanese whisky brand Nikka. In addition to the art of cocktail-making, it also emphasises the...
Milan will bring together eight of the world’s leading bar scenes. Agite Club is also bringing Raiza Carrera to the 50 Best Bars week Read More ...

Milan will bring together eight of the world’s leading bar scenes. Agite Club is also bringing Raiza Carrera to the 50 Best Bars week

Athens, Bogotá, Bangkok, Thessaloniki, Dubai, Madrid, Lake Como and Barcelona. Eight bar teams, one evening, and an ambition that goes beyond cocktails themselves. On 6 October, Agite Club will host an...
Graham’s, Deutz i Charles Heidsieck bodovaly na Decanter World Wine Awards Read More ...

Graham’s, Deutz i Charles Heidsieck bodovaly na Decanter World Wine Awards

This year, experts assessed nearly 17,000 wines from 58 countries as part of the Decanter World Wine Awards. The list of award winners included prominent names such as Graham’s, Deutz and Charles...
For one night, Prague became the ultimate global bar scene. Twelve bartenders, three bars and 24 original drinks Read More ...

For one night, Prague became the ultimate global bar scene. Twelve bartenders, three bars and 24 original drinks

What happens when bartenders from London, Johannesburg, Istanbul, Helsinki and Dublin turn up at three bars in Prague? For one evening, a bar map is created in which the boundaries between cities...
The 50 Best Bars 2026: here are the venues ranked 51st–100th Read More ...

The 50 Best Bars 2026: here are the venues ranked 51st–100th

Even before announcing The World’s 50 Best Bars, the organisation published an extended ranking of venues placed 51–100. This year’s selection highlights the strength of the European bar scene,...
Tayēr + Elementary won’t be returning this year. The London bar will remain closed following the fire Read More ...

Tayēr + Elementary won’t be returning this year. The London bar will remain closed following the fire

The reopening of one of London’s most distinctive bars has been postponed. Tayēr + Elementary, which was closed by a fire in May, will not reopen its doors this year. Its owners, Alex Kratena and...
The GastroMach Summit brought together the catering industry, technology and business. Nearly 1,000 professionals attended Read More ...

The GastroMach Summit brought together the catering industry, technology and business. Nearly 1,000 professionals attended

Gastronomy, technology, design and investment came together for two days in Voděrádky, near Prague. The GastroMach Summit 2026 attracted nearly 1,000 industry professionals and featured talks,...
Celebrated chef Albert Adrià is heading to the CODA restaurant. Berlin is in for an exceptional evening Read More ...

Celebrated chef Albert Adrià is heading to the CODA restaurant. Berlin is in for an exceptional evening

Two prominent figures in contemporary gastronomy, two distinct styles, and a shared fascination with the boundaries between pâtisserie and cuisine. On 25 October, Albert Adrià will visit CODA in...
Prague will connect Central Europe with the world Read More ...

Prague will connect Central Europe with the world

The Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia want to jointly attract foreign travellers. On 2 March 2027, Prague will host the first edition of the Central Europe Marketplace, a new...
Biondi-Santi is coming to the Czech Republic. The winery that was there at the very beginning of Brunello Read More ...

Biondi-Santi is coming to the Czech Republic. The winery that was there at the very beginning of Brunello

One of the most famous names in Italian winemaking is set to expand the Premier Wines & Spirits portfolio. The Tuscan estate Biondi-Santi, based in Montalcino, is associated with the origins of...
Rare Champagne 2012 was awarded 100/100 by James Suckling. There are just 16 bottles left in the Czech Republic Read More ...

Rare Champagne 2012 was awarded 100/100 by James Suckling. There are just 16 bottles left in the Czech Republic

Rare Millésime 2012, one of the most exclusive champagnes available today, has been awarded the highest possible score of 100/100 by the respected critic James Suckling. Only the last 16 bottles are now...
Michelin has new ‘grapes’. The new award is aimed at the world of wine and could change the way we look for the best winemakers Read More ...

Michelin has new ‘grapes’. The new award is aimed at the world of wine and could change the way we look for the best winemakers

Michelin is making a more significant foray into the world of wine. After more than a century during which its name was primarily associated with restaurants, MICHELIN Grape has been launched – a...
Emirates ages its wines for years. Dom Pérignon and English sparkling wines are heading for the aircraft Read More ...

Emirates ages its wines for years. Dom Pérignon and English sparkling wines are heading for the aircraft

Emirates is expanding its wine selection with new premium bottles, including Dom Pérignon Vintage 2017, Château Mouton Rothschild 2003, and the first English sparkling wine ever to feature on the...
Global bar icon Nico de Soto is heading to Prague. He is planning a masterclass and a guest shift at the Forbína bar Read More ...

Global bar icon Nico de Soto is heading to Prague. He is planning a masterclass and a guest shift at the Forbína bar

Prague’s Forbína continues its series of guest appearances by prominent figures from the global bar scene. On Friday 9 October, French bartender, traveller and entrepreneur Nico de Soto – founder of...
Starbucks reports a record start to its autumn range. The Pumpkin Spice Latte is back Read More ...

Starbucks reports a record start to its autumn range. The Pumpkin Spice Latte is back

Starbucks launched this year’s autumn range in the US and Canada on 25 August. According to the company, the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte and other seasonal products delivered the strongest...
Slovak band Apollo Nova are heading to Prague. AnonymouS Bar will welcome Maroš Potůček and Martin Hudák Read More ...

Slovak band Apollo Nova are heading to Prague. AnonymouS Bar will welcome Maroš Potůček and Martin Hudák

The Slovak beetroot spirit Apollo Nova will be showcased on 14 September at AnonymouS Bar in Prague. During the afternoon Bar Community Session, Maroš Potůček and Martin Hudák will introduce the...
Bacardi is expanding its partnership with ecoSPIRITS. The returnable packaging scheme is moving from cruise ships to the wider hospitality sector Read More ...

Bacardi is expanding its partnership with ecoSPIRITS. The returnable packaging scheme is moving from cruise ships to the wider hospitality sector

Bacardi is expanding its partnership with ecoSPIRITS, a company developing a system for reusable packaging and the distribution of spirits. The new global licensing agreement follows a pilot project in...
The Bar Education Symposium brought the global bar scene to the Czech Republic. The programme linked Karlovy Vary with Prague Read More ...

The Bar Education Symposium brought the global bar scene to the Czech Republic. The programme linked Karlovy Vary with Prague

The second annual Bar Education Symposium took place in Karlovy Vary and Prague, bringing leading figures from the international bar and gastronomy scene to the Czech Republic. The three-day...
Oreo is trialling three quirky flavours. Customers will decide which one makes a comeback Read More ...

Oreo is trialling three quirky flavours. Customers will decide which one makes a comeback

Oreo is launching three limited-edition flavours in the US and, for the first time, is letting customers decide which one will return to shelves in 2027. The new Banana Pudding, Deep Fried and...
Thomas Henry is expanding its range to include Tonic Water Zero Sugar Read More ...

Thomas Henry is expanding its range to include Tonic Water Zero Sugar

Značka Thomas Henry rozšiřuje své portfolio o novou variantu: Tonic Water Zero Sugar. Tento tonik bez cukru je určen především pro použití v míchaných nápojích a reaguje na rostoucí poptávku po...
An investigation into salmonellosis in the UK is focusing on catering establishments and egg supplies Read More ...

An investigation into salmonellosis in the UK is focusing on catering establishments and egg supplies

British authorities are continuing to investigate a widespread outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis, which has been linked to several catering establishments and egg supplies. According to the latest...
Café Buddha Group and Winefriends are organising a series of wine-tasting evenings Read More ...

Café Buddha Group and Winefriends are organising a series of wine-tasting evenings

The Café Buddha Group and Winefriends are organising a series of three tasting evenings in autumn 2026, combining contemporary Asian cuisine with European wines. Two will take place at the PRU58...
Kyoto-based iXey is heading to Prague. Hiroaki Oda will combine Japanese and Czech ingredients at Taigen Read More ...

Kyoto-based iXey is heading to Prague. Hiroaki Oda will combine Japanese and Czech ingredients at Taigen

Taigen bar in Prague is organising an evening that will bring together two distinct worlds of bar culture. On Saturday 22 August, the bar’s in-house team will be joined behind the bar by Hiroaki...
Czech gastronomy is exploring a new direction: regions are gaining prominence, authenticity is prevailing, and technology is changing the way we find restaurants Read More ...

Czech gastronomy is exploring a new direction: regions are gaining prominence, authenticity is prevailing, and technology is changing the way we find restaurants

Czech gastronomy is changing. High-quality establishments are no longer confined to Prague; diners are increasingly seeking out character rather than trends, and restaurateurs are prioritising...
Stock has expanded its range to include new canned cocktails. The selection includes the Pornstar Martini, the Cosmopolitan and the Mai Tai Read More ...

Stock has expanded its range to include new canned cocktails. The selection includes the Pornstar Martini, the Cosmopolitan and the Mai Tai

Mixed drinks are no longer the exclusive preserve of bars. Stock Plzeň-Božkov has expanded its portfolio with six new ready-to-drink cocktails, bringing popular bar favourites in a handy 250 ml can. The...
Anthony Bourdain is returning to the big screen as Tony. Watch the film’s trailer Read More ...

Anthony Bourdain is returning to the big screen as Tony. Watch the film’s trailer

Anthony Bourdain was one of those people who changed the way we look at food, restaurants and travel. He wasn’t just a chef. He was a writer, a television presenter, a traveller and, above all, an...
Five summer cocktails worth making at home Read More ...

Five summer cocktails worth making at home

Summer calls for light, refreshing, well-chilled drinks. From the smoky Paloma to the floral Ruby Blossom and the tropical Flor Colada, Premier Wines & Spirits brings you five recipes that show just...
Harrison Ford has chosen his whisky. Glenmorangie has created a limited edition based on his choice Read More ...

Harrison Ford has chosen his whisky. Glenmorangie has created a limited edition based on his choice

Harrison Ford has played roles that are known all over the world. Now he has added a rather unusual one to his list: co-creator of his own whisky. He spent months working with Glenmorangie to find...
The Scandinavian cocktail scene is heading to Prague. Forbína is set to welcome Röda Huset Read More ...

The Scandinavian cocktail scene is heading to Prague. Forbína is set to welcome Röda Huset

What happens when Stockholm’s cocktail scene meets Prague’s Forbína? We’ll find out on 11 August, when Björn Kjellberg and Viktor Hauer from Röda Huset bar arrive in Prague. The Stockholm-based...
It’s not just about cocktails. The 2026 Spirited Awards revealed who is shaping the future of global hospitality today Read More ...

It’s not just about cocktails. The 2026 Spirited Awards revealed who is shaping the future of global hospitality today

The recent announcement of the Spirited Awards, held annually as part of the prestigious Tales of the Cocktail festival in New Orleans, USA, is one of the most closely watched events on the global...
Diamonds are forever. And James Bond now has his own whisky Read More ...

Diamonds are forever. And James Bond now has his own whisky

James Bond, Las Vegas, diamonds and single malt Scotch whisky. At first glance, this may seem an unusual combination, but in reality it is a fusion of two worlds that have far more in common than...
Prague’s Forbína is set to welcome Aldea, ranked 26th among Europe’s best bars Read More ...

Prague’s Forbína is set to welcome Aldea, ranked 26th among Europe’s best bars

Prague’s Forbína bar is continuing its series of guest appearances featuring some of the most prominent figures on the global bar scene. On Tuesday 28 July, it will welcome the team from Aldea in...
Starbucks spends $400 million on software. Now it wants to develop it itself Read More ...

Starbucks spends $400 million on software. Now it wants to develop it itself

Artificial intelligence is changing more than just the way baristas work or how they interact with customers. It is now also making its mark behind the scenes in the technological operations of the...
Mlýnec and Aperol Spritz are a perfect match this year. The summer brunch now includes unlimited servings of the iconic aperitif Read More ...

Mlýnec and Aperol Spritz are a perfect match this year. The summer brunch now includes unlimited servings of the iconic aperitif

Summer weekend brunches at the Mlýnec restaurant are getting a new look. Alongside unlimited prosecco, wine, beer and soft drinks, the menu now also features Aperol Spritz – the iconic Italian...

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Estelle Prevost: Savanna is a true heritage of Réunion. Rum needs to be explained to people

“Europe is a key market for Savanna, and Savanna itself is a very complex and versatile rum. Bartenders are very important partners for us in this dialogue, because they know our products, understand how to use them, and can help introduce them to consumers,” says Estelle Prevost of Savanna Distillery on the island of Réunion.

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Faye Huggett of The World’s 50 Best Bars: “Connections can open a door, but reputation is what keeps it open”

Behind the world’s most influential bar ranking, Faye Huggett of The World’s 50 Best Bars reveals what really drives the global bar scene - from talent and recognition to the power of community and international connections.

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Estelle Prevost: Savanna is a true heritage of Réunion. Rum needs to be explained to people

Estelle Prevost: Savanna is a true heritage of Réunion. Rum needs to be explained to people

“Europe is a key market for Savanna, and Savanna itself is a very complex and versatile rum. Bartenders are very important partners for us in this dialogue, because they know our products,...

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