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Open call for Miami bartenders as Bombay Sapphire opens entries for 13th Most Imaginative Bartender Competition!

The 2019 Most Imaginative Bartender Competition (MIB) presented by BOMBAY SAPPHIRE will officially accept submissions now until June 30. Over the next three months, emerging bartenders from across North American can once again submit their most imaginative cocktail creations for the chance to compete amongst the nation’s top talents. Miami is no stranger to the MIB competition, but if

The hospitality community mourns the loss of local favorite, Jason Ponte, with a celebration at Ricky’s.

Jason Ponte was a well-loved hospitality professional throughout South Florida. Many remember him for his humor, smile and hospitality at any establishment he worked at. Jason left us too soon but his spirit lives on as bartenders and hospitality professionals paid tribute through Facebook and other social media platforms. Colleagues have been reaching out to

Legendary Coral Gables happy hour spot, Tarpon Bend, to close its doors after 15 years on Sunday, February, 10th.

With a heartfelt post, Wayne Cameron Eldred, shared some unexpected and unwanted news. Tarpon Bend in Coral Gables will close its doors after 15 years. Tarpon Bend helped build Coral Gables into a happy hour mecca where thirsty folks flocked to Tarpon Bend for their famous happy hour which gave away drink chips you used

FINKA launches new menu as local patrons continue to explore the world of cocktails in Kendall!

FINKA Table & Tap is no stranger to pushing the envelope in the cocktail and culinary world. Chef Eileen Andrade took a chance at, what seems like, the edge of Miami. The move was a success and locals flock to FINKA for extraordinary food and cocktails. As local patrons tried fresh cocktails and bites, the

And now, without further ado, your 2018 Pineapple Award Winners are here!!!

We know you’ve been waiting for the results and here they are! We wanted to announce them in a special way and will continue to evolve the award process. We would like to congratulate all the nominees for an incredible year and, of course, making Miami a better place to drink. We would also like

Purdy Lounge offering FREE drinks for federal employees during government shutdown!

One of our legendary favorites does it again! Federal employees affected by the government shutdown can now enjoy a cocktail or two at Purdy Lounge in Sunset Harbor. Due to the government shutdown PURDY LOUNGE is stepping up and offering free drinks for federal government employees. Must show ID proof or their $0 pay stubs.

Swan brings glamour & cocktails to Miami’s Design District!

If you’re familiar with Miami then you know how LIV and Story transformed nightlife and the way we party in Miami. All that was the brainchild of Dave Grutman. He was even credited by Rolling Stone as one of the most important people in electronic music. Dave ventured into the food and beverage world with

MIAMI BARTENDERS WANTED: A dance competition that will take you to Puerto Rico! Auditions, January 9th!

Our friends at Thirsty are recruiting 20 Bartenders to embark on a one of a kind journey in DANCE to learn, train and compete in an adventure that includes a trip to Puerto Rico! Spots are LIMITED so sign up now to secure your spot for the try outs to show us your moves! A

The 2018 PINEAPPLE AWARDS ARE HERE! VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITES STARTING NOW!

We’re back at it again with our nominations for the 3rd Annual Pineapple Awards! Two years ago, we launched our 1st Annual Pineapple Awards, highlighting the best and brightest in the hospitality world locally. We hope you have as much fun picking out the bartenders who served you the best cocktails, the bars who you called

Bartenders set to celebrate Richie Petronzi’s life with a toast at the Regent Cocktail Club, December 5th, 7-9pm.

Richie Petronzi was a pioneer in the Miami cocktail world , he helped start a movement with the like of the late John Lermayer and others. Richie passed away late November and has been remembered by friends and colleagues for being a great bartender, mentor, and friend. Julio Cabrera, one of Richie’s colleagues from The