To be the TOP Bartending blogger in 2013

If you look at my blogs for this year, I had a looong hybernation period not because I was really sleeping but because this year has been so good that sitting down and taking time to ponder is really not an option.Back logs.Back logs.Back logs. Albeit, going out in bars to observe, drink, having escapades,events, having a day job and facebooking (if there is such a term) is a good excuse.

But as I searched Google to find out the TOP bartending blogs, I saw my link on the 10th or 11th.Whoooooaa.yippppeeee!!!!!zigazigahhhhhhhhhhhh This was already a fulfillment for me since I really take my hat off to the top 3 in this category. Although, I feel I can do better since we have some similarities with the topics we blog about that inspired me.Then I tried to look at the TOP bartending blogs in the Philippines and we are numero uno. Well, it is also gratifying yet it's really a no brainer since, I have always been advocating the profession of bartending in the country since 2002.
I must admit that I was a bit lazy blogging the things that is worth sharing and I even remembered telling myself that I will be  religious in blogging.
Actually, the title of this blog is just a resolution but the my main motivation is really to share my opinion and be an advocate about the best profession in the world whether part time or full time.
If I don't get it, so what???Nobody's perfect but we strive for it in our own ways.
With this said, 2013 brings another mouth watering, scintillating, freshly squeezed and hand shaken blogs that will and hopefully bring us one step up.

So before it ticks 12 midnight and it's 2013 let me greet everyone a happy, prosperous and safe NEW YEAR. Cheers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The First Philippine Beverage Congress

Here in the country, the Food industry has been given too much attention. But people don’t realize that the Beverage Industry is just as important and can stand on its own. In fact, we have some respected and competent people from the industry who can share their expertise so that we can learn valuable information.

Pinoytender Management Consultancy, the proponent of www.philippinebartending.com has been an advocate of the Beverage Industry and the Bartending profession in the country. With this realization, PMC, has gathered a distinguished group of speakers mainly from the Beverage and Bartending Industry. It also featured an international flairtender, a world champion and a WFA (World Flair Association) global ambassador by the name of Tom Dyer who gave a talk about the concept of “Flair Bartending” and how one can do it properly. Take note that this is the first time an international world champion has graced Philippine soil.

The Philippine Beverage Congress, is the FIRST event to put together a seminar which is composed of industry experts from the Beverage and Bartending industry. Held last February 17,2012 at Crossroad 77 in Quezon City, it’s distinguished speakers included: Mr. Doods Dayto, who gave a talk about the history of bartending in the Philippines, Mr. Philippe Bartholomi, who gave his insights on bartending here in the Philippines as an expat, Mr. Rey Navoa, touched the topic about the cruise industry being an established beverage manager for Holland America Lines, and Mr. Henry Magalona who gave a talk and a demonstration regarding coffee and barista.

After all the speakers gave their parts, the event warmed up when they were dazzled by 2 of the top flair bartenders in the country: Mr. Joseph Apostol of Mix Generation and Mr. Larry Guevara of Flair Republic and Liquid Concepts. We were all surprised when we were graced by another multi awarded Filipino flairtender Mr. Ram Ong who appeared and performed on stage along side Larry. “This event started out as a dream 2 years ago, and now it is history.”

The event was graced by students, teachers and administrators from different Hotel and Restaurant Management Schools all over the country. 

There were also some bar practitioners, bar owners, and enthusiasts.

We would like to thank our sponsors: Gakken Philippines, Padi’s Point, The Bar, and Tri Place Hotel. This event was also supported by: The Department of Tourism, Commission on Higher Education and Technical Skills Development Authority.

For pictures of the event please follow this link:

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