An overview of the processes behind specialty coffee and all stages of its production. We will discuss the main coffee processing methods and their key differences. In the end we will also have a coffee tasting evaluation.
From London’s shapes, "The Preliminary Course" is the training guide used to help to understand the foundation of how we learn about taste, aroma and flavour. Using the Bauhaus’s curses, we cover drinks coherency and the foundations of how we learn about our basic senses.
Πώς χτίζεις ένα επιτυχημένο brand όταν ξεκινάς από το μηδέν. Το bartending ως πλεονέκτημα της δημιουργικής σκέψης. Ο Πασχάλης Περιστεράκης (Parrots Beak founder) και η Λορέτα Τόσκα (ICE UP founder) μοιράζονται τη διαδρομή τους από την μπάρα στην επιχειρηματικότητα. Αναλύουν ανεξάρτητα από τη αφετηρία σου, πώς η νοοτροπία σου μπορεί να μετατρέψει τα εμπόδια σε καινοτομία και την ανάγκη σε δημιουργηκότητα.
This presentation explores the science, history, and modern evolution of long drinks, highlighting the role of carbonation as a key ingredient in flavour and experience. It traces the origins of soda culture, explains the chemistry behind bubbles, and demonstrates how balance, temperature, and technique influence the perfect serve. Through practical examples and contemporary trends, such as low-ABV cocktails and aperitivo culture and showcases how long drinks remain a versatile and growing category in the global bar scene, with a focus on innovation and premiumness of Three Cents.
Learn how freshness impacts coffee quality and how second-life applications reduce waste and increase value.
Bar Academy Greece and Bar Academy Bulgaria join forces to present The Evolution of Sofia Cocktail Scene, an engaging panel discussion dedicated to the people, ideas, and heritage shaping Sofia’s vibrant bar community. Five of Bulgaria’s most respected bar owners and entrepreneurs will discuss: The transformation of Sofia’s cocktail scene Key challenges and defining milestones Education and mentorship in the bar industry Balkan identity in modern mixology The future of hospitality in the region Moderator: Babis Kaidalidis Join us to meet the pioneers of Sofia’s bar culture and show support for their dedication to preserving and evolving the Balkan heritage that continues to inspire its future.
Description: A journey into the world of Portofino Dry Gin. From its Riviera roots to behind the bar, discovering its story, inspiration, and how to translate its Riviera essence into signature serves.
Exploring two iconic cocktails through modern techniques and balance.
Στο Philía, το early drinking σημαίνει να απολαμβάνεις τη μέρα με έναν διαφορετικό τρόπο. Ξεκινάμε με καφέ και περνάμε ομαλά σε ελαφριά, ευχάριστα cocktails. Δεν έχει να κάνει με το να πίνεις περισσότερο, αλλά με το να πίνεις καλύτερα και νωρίτερα. Σήμερα, ο κόσμος αναζητά πιο χαλαρές στιγμές, ωραίες γεύσεις και ισορροπία. Το early drinking δημιουργεί μια καθημερινή ρουτίνα που είναι κοινωνική, εύκολη και φυσική. Στο Philía, εστιάζουμε σε απλά πράγματα: ποιοτικά υλικά, φιλική εξυπηρέτηση και τη σωστή ατμόσφαιρα από το πρωί μέχρι το βράδυ.
Understanding the key variables from processing to extraction.
Pour → Profit: όταν το bar είναι γεμάτο, αλλά το αποτέλεσμα δεν “βγαίνει”. Εστιάζουμε σε pour, φύρες, αποθήκη και καθημερινές διαδικασίες — χωρίς θεωρία, μόνο ό,τι επηρεάζει άμεσα το margin. Θα δεις τα σημεία όπου συνήθως “φεύγει” χρήμα και πώς ένα απλό, σταθερό σύστημα κάνει την κερδοφορία προβλέψιμη.
Exploring the legacy and evolution of Fratelli Branca, tracing its journey from Milano to Torino. Highlights of the brand’s heritage, craftsmanship, and iconic products, while showcasing how tradition and innovation blend to shape its identity, influence modern mixology, and inspire new generations of spirits enthusiasts and professionals worldwide.
Breaking down modern classics and the techniques behind them.
From local heritage to a global brand. London dry gin distillation. Rumours London dry gin tasting. Rumours cocktails from 5L Speakeasy bar - Bulgaria
Greece's longest-running drinks website turns 15 — and it's getting a full redesign. Since 2011, Bitterbooze has built a community around bar culture and all things boozy: with opinions, deep dives, and a whole lot of stubbornness. This is its story.
Welcome to Gorilla, affectionately known as the "Fine Drinking & Fun" hub nestled on Veroias 3 street. Prepare your taste buds for a symphony of craft cocktails expertly concocted to tantalize your senses. But it's not just about the drinks;it's about the experience. Our bar radiates with friendly vibes, inviting you to kick back, relax, and mingle with fellow adventurers. Groove to the beats of our carefully curated music selection or strike a pose in our photobooth for memories that will last a lifetime. Feeling adventurous? Explore our lab of libations where our mixologists push the boundaries of flavor. At Gorilla, the fun never ends, and the memories are always top shelf.
Stanko Milushev is one of the pioneers of the non-alcoholic spirits and wine category in Central and Eastern Europe. Founder and CEO of Alcoolze.ro (Romania) and ZeroDrinks.gr (Greece) - platforms exclusively specializing in the import, distribution, and retail of premium non-alcoholic beverages in these markets. Stanko believes the category has taken its first meaningful steps - and that the real opportunity lies ahead: strategic positioning, omnichannel integration, and building genuine consumer demand. At the Salonica Bar Show, he brings a frontline perspective on where non-alcoholic is heading and what that means for the drinks industry.
Yiannis Korovesis has built his career in gastronomy and hospitality over the past twenty years. Starting behind the bar, he helped shape the first major wave of Greece’s cocktail movement. Today, he consults for restaurants, bars, and hospitality ventures. He is the founder and editor-in-chief of Bitterbooze.com, Greece’s longest-running website dedicated to bars and drinks, as well as an instructor at Le Monde Institute of Hotel & Tourism Studies. He holds certifications as a Cognac Educator (BNIC), a Sherry Educator (CRJ) and a Water Sommelier (Fine Waters Academy). He has a soft spot for Sicilian olives alongside a fifty-fifty Martini, pasta with anchovies and bottarga, and the padded bar rail, wherever he finds one.
Ice controls dilution, temperature and balance. Learn how to use it properly.
This seminar focuses on one of the most important yet underrated skills of a modern bartender: communication and people management. Through real-life stories from bars, events and high-pressure situations, we will explore how the right guest approach can increase tips, build loyal customers and create career opportunities. We will cover communication techniques, handling difficult and intoxicated guests, problem-solving in bars and events, as well as practical tools for crisis management and team coordination. The session will be interactive, including role-playing, humor and real hospitality scenarios.
Sustainable practices that improve efficiency and profitability.
Creativity may open a venue, but structure is what makes it profitable. This seminar reveals why most hospitality businesses fail—not because of product, but due to the absence of operational systems. We begin with purpose, defining the experience and financial vision, then move into designing every guest touchpoint—from pre-arrival to farewell. You will learn how to translate experience into measurable goals across operations, finance, and team performance. Finally, we connect everything into a clear structure of SOPs, KPIs, and monitoring systems. This is a practical framework to transform ideas into scalable, high-performing hospitality concepts with consistency, clarity, and sustainable profitability.
This seminar presents the concept of the Dunlin Bar, founded in Innsbruck in 2020 and its distinctive approach to modern mixology through fermentation and in-house production. At its core is the creation of fruit wines and vermouths made from carefully selected seasonal fruits sourced from local producers andflavornal distributors. All processes are carried out internally, from mash preparation and controlled fermentation to filtration and aging, allowing for precision and consistency. By working with diverse yeast cultures and carefully managing maturation, the bar develops complex, expressive products with a strong sense of origin. These house-made components are used both in cocktails and as standalone drinks, reinterpreting classic structures while offering new flavor profiles. The seminar highlights how a focus on craftsmanship, regional sourcing, and fermentation can expand the possibilities of contemporary bar culture and create a unique, place-driven drinking experience. The Dunlin Bar, founded in Innsbruck in 2020, offers a distinct approach to modern mixology rooted in fermentation, craftsmanship and regionality. Working with seasonal fruits from local producers and regional distributors, the team crafts in-house fruit wines and vermouths, forming the base of cocktails or served on their own. Every step, from mash to controlled fermentation, filtration and aging, is handled internally, ensuring precision and expressive character. Through diverse yeast cultures and careful maturation, the bar develops complex, terroir-driven flavors. The result is a unique drinking experience that reinterprets classic ingredients while showcasing depth, structure and a clear connection to place.
Master extraction techniques for consistency and quality.
Fundamentals and techniques to upgrade your presentation.
Our industry has a problem with education – we receive loads for products/categories, but, even though most bartenders and managers dream of owning their own venue someday, we receive minimal training in the tools actually required. If business is a bike, spreadsheets are the chains that turn the wheels. The sooner we get to grips and really play with them, the better we’ll be – and so will our bars, and businesses. And honestly, it’s easy - we’ll demo some tools, laugh a lot together, and everything I’m showing is free to take away and use however you like. See you there.
Belgrade bar scene: from kafana roots to modern cocktail culture and identity.
Learn aroma, structure and evaluation techniques.
Finding the Positive in Every Situation” shares the real story behind Lost + Found Drinkery — a journey of turning challenges into opportunities. From difficult beginnings to becoming a globally recognized bar, this seminar highlights how mindset, resilience, and creativity can transform setbacks into success. It’s a story of persistence, passion, and seeing possibilities where others see problems.