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  • Australia’s Biggest Pub Launched Near Optus Stadium

    One week out from the AFL season opener and a year on from opening, we talk to Tim McLernon of the Three Pound Group, which launched Australia’s biggest pub, The Camfield, slap-bang next to Perth’s Optus Stadium. 

    Tim McLernon, General Manager of the Three Pound Group says: “From a group point of view, which is The Stables, The Reveley at Elizabeth Quay, The Camfield and Kartel, a month-long pop-up bar, what’s gone well for us was opening The Camfield in February 2018, right next to the new Optus Stadium.

    That’s been a massive positive. Opening a new venue of that sort of size can be a real challenge, from a staffing point of view to just dealing with that amount of people.”

    The Camfield

    “Everything has gone pretty much how we thought it would. Obviously in the weeks building up to it you wonder ‘what the hell have I done here?’ but that’s been a massive positive. We’ve successfully opened a very large venue with a big capacity that has 45 days a year where we’re at capacity from 12pm to 12am.

    “We’ve got everything right – the staffing levels and being able to deal with game days. Even our back of house, which is probably the most important part in these big venues, you’ve got to have the right capacity to hold the stock and have managers able to marshal the troops.

    “The Camfield was a four-year project. We identified and trained up a number of individuals from our other venues we’d earmarked to come to The Camfield as managers or to replace managers leaving our other venues. We really needed to bring our A-team here. We had to draw all of our best guys who I know aren’t going to throw the towel in at 6pm on a Sunday when there are 3,000 people here ‘because it’s a bit too much’.”

    See more at https://www.theshout.com.au/australian-hotelier/launching-australias-biggest-pub-the-camfield-optus-stadium-perth-three-pound-group-tim-mclernon/

  • SA’s Best Pub Burger Revealed

    The Feathers Hotel in Adelaide’s eastern suburbs has topped the SA Pub Burger Challenge, taking top prize for South Australia’s Best Pub Burger from the AHA SA for the hotel’s wagyu beef burger (pictured).

    The $24 creation by Chef Luke Brabin impressed the judges and features Wagyu Beef, smoked bacon, cheddar, tomato, lettuce, mustard, mayo, chimmi and crispy bits.

    It was the excellent flavour in addition to the presentation which made this burger a standout, and that is what you would go back to an establishment for. If the food tastes good, and it looks good, you’ll go back,” said judge Christine Stephan, after judging took place at Tasting Australia.

    “Overall the quality today has been amazing. Any of these burgers are worthy of being on their pub menu,” said Stephan.

    Feathers Hotel Venue Manager Andrew McDowell said he was thrilled with the result and commended Luke on his efforts.

    “We are very proud and excited to say that South Australia’s best pub burger can now be found in Adelaide’s eastern suburbs – right here at The Feathers Hotel,” Mr McDowell said.

    The other finalists for SA’s Best Burger were: Bellum Hotel, Mt Schank; Caledonian Hotel, North Adelaide; Cremorne Hotel; Golden Grain Hotel, Pinnaroo; Grove Hotel, Golden Grove; Hackney
    Hotel; Kensington Hotel; Lakes Hotel; The Pickled Duck, Modbury; Torrens Arms Hotel; and V Hotel, Virgina.

    “The Burger is often the signature of the Hotel, with venues putting their own spin and style as a point of difference” said AHA|SA CEO Ian Horne.

    “Hotel kitchens are keeping up with market trends to be more innovative and the quality of produce is immensely important. A burger is a highly sought-after menu item for patrons and along with other traditional pub fare, offers great value and is still incredibly popular,” said Horne.

    With over 50 entries received from hotels across the state, a blind tasting was held in March to determine the 12 finalists.

    The judging panel included SA Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment, The Hon David Ridgeway MLC, Shane Wood of Holco Fine Meat Suppliers, Chris Stephan of Pen & Palate, Emma Shearer a TA Ambassador & The Lost Loaf and Adelaide chef Nicholas Finn. Master of Ceremonies for the challenge was celebrity chef Adam Swanson.

    The Feathers Hotel Precinct recently launched its new Greenhouse Restaurant, which also debuts a new menu and fine wine cellar, as well as its broader hotel refurbishment.

    Luke Brabin joined the Feathers Hotel Precinct as Executive Chef in late 2018. He trained under the mentorship and guidance of chefs including Cheong Liew, Simon Bryant, Luke Mangan, Tim Pak Poy, Josh Emmett and Gordon Ramsay.

    Source: https://www.theshout.com.au/australian-hotelier/food-beverage/best-pub-burger-revealed-by-hotel-association-aha-sa-feathers-hotel-chef-luke-brabin/

  • What it Means to Be a Women in Hospitality The Focus of Round Table Series

    A new series of round table discussions were launched earlier this month by Women in Hospitality, covering a range of issues from immigration laws to what being a female bartender means.

    The series began on 5 November at Bloodwood in Newtown with a discussion led by chef and owner Clare Van Vuuren.

    It also included advice from bartenders Jemima MacDonald and Elle Charalamb from Earl’s Juke Joint around a banquet style meal.

    Organisers say it is hoped the event will start the discussion for business owners, office managers and recruiters.

    See more at https://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/women-in-hospitality-launch-round-table-series/

  • Best Fishbowl Cocktails You Can Make at Home

    Spring is well and truly underway and that means that summer and the festive season is around the corner. It’s the right time to start getting your party plans in order. What could be more festive and summery that fishbowl cocktails?

    In this video you’ll learn about 5 of the best and get some ideas for making your own.

  • The NYC Bar That’s More Like an Apothecary

    With Halloween approaching you may be wondering what to add to the menu? These magical cocktails from a New York City bar may be just the trick. Watch the video for some cool ideas.

  • Sydney Newtown Bars That Everyone’s Flocking to

    Every Saturday night bars and pubs around Sydney’s Newtown attract close to 36,500 people and publicans are cashing in on the crowd.

    According to officials from the City of Sydney, patronage in Newtown has increased by 65 per cent since 2012, mostly due to the tough liquor laws that were introduced in the Kings Cross District. The new group of partygoers therefore had to migrate from the Kings Cross area to Newtown.

    If you’re planning a trip to Sydney, here are top Newtown bars you’ll want to add to your itinerary,

    1. 1989
    2. Marlborough Hotel
    3. Kuletos
    4. Newtown Hotel
    5. Coopers
    6. Blacksheep
    7. Courthouse
    8. Websters Bar
    9. The Bank Hotel
    10. Town Hall Hotel

    Read more at https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/24-newtown-bars-sydney-partygoers-are-flocking-to/news-story/5e7497c7eddd8a31df94d546ff340702

  • 3 Ingredient Cocktails – 4 Ways

    If mixing drinks has never been your talent, there’s good news – a simple 3 ingredient cocktail that doesn’t compromise on taste is possible.

    In this video you’ll learn some easy and delicious cocktails that anyone can make.

  • Get Ready for Whisky Month in August

    August is whiskey month at bars and clubs around Australia so the focus will be on whiskey or whisky – whichever way you prefer to spell it.

    The aim is to get more people drinking whisky and one way to do this, is by educating people about the drink.

    Those in the hospitality industry looking to increase the revenue they generate from whisky, can benefit from Whisky Month.

    TheShout.com.au will be giving advice, knowledge and whisky inspiration.

    Read more at https://www.theshout.com.au/bars-and-clubs/get-ready-for-whiskey-month/

  • Bartenders – How to Stay Calm when The Bar Gets Busy

    Ask any experienced bartender what’s the key to working busy shifts and they’ll tell you “staying calm”.

    In this video we’ll get some tips on how to handle the crowd.

  • Four Technologies That Every Hospitality Business Should Have

    A recent post on HospitalityMagazine.com.au discussed the 4 technologies that every hospitality business needs. If you don’t believe in technology for your business, you are seriously missing out on ways to make your business more efficient and profitable.Here are the top 4 technologies to consider,

    1. An effective online booking system. Most customers want the option of making a booking online rather than phoning in.
    2. An online HR system. This will save you so much time and help improve efficiency.
    3. Powerful point of sale system. This will give you insight into your earnings and improve bookkeeping and overall operations.
    4. Streamlined Accounting. Allows suppliers to directly send their invoices through so they don’t get lost and can be processed on time.

    Find out more at: https://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/4-technologies-hospitality-business-needs/