BCB London’s programme continues to take shape, with new sessions adding further depth to an already dynamic line-up.
What’s emerging is a schedule that goes well beyond trends – focusing on practical skills, fresh perspectives and the real challenges shaping today’s bar and hospitality industry.
Flavour, redefined
A strong focus remains on flavour and its wider context. Sessions such as ‘Garden to Glass’ with Liv Jackson and Jared Brown highlight how seasonality and local sourcing can elevate drinks while encouraging more sustainable practices.
At the same time, speakers including Mikey Pendergast and Kate Gerwin explore the science behind flavour, offering insight into how memory, emotion and sensory cues influence the way we taste – and how bartenders can apply this knowledge with greater precision.
Skills that translate beyond the bar
The programme continues to expand its offering around practical skills and communication. Matthew Hastings brings a hands-on approach, from rethinking cocktail competitions to creating high-quality drinks content using just a smartphone.
Meanwhile, Deano Moncrieffe, Max Howe and Jack Sotti focus on one of the industry’s most valuable tools: understanding your audience, whether across the bar or through digital platforms.
Addressing the realities of hospitality
The latest additions also reinforce BCB London’s commitment to addressing the realities of working in hospitality. Contributors such as Ahsoka Wallace, Camille Vidal and Nicky Craig lead conversations around neurodiversity and workplace dynamics, while other sessions explore mental health, resilience and long-term career development.
Sam Boevey and others highlight alternative career paths, reflecting a growing shift in how the industry defines success.
From technical depth to creative exploration
On the drinks side, the programme balances technical depth with creative thinking. Gergo Murat examines the global variations of rum, lime and sugar combinations, while Maria Kontorravdis brings a conceptual approach to flavour through the lens of Bauhaus principles. Interactive tastings and workshops, including sessions led by Natalya Watson, ensure a hands-on element remains central.
As the programme continues to build, BCB London is shaping up to deliver not just inspiration, but practical, applicable knowledge – with more updates still to come.
