The votes have been counted and we are delighted to reveal the on-premise finalists for the 2024 Australian Liquor Industry Awards (ALIA).
The ALIA 2024 on-premise finalists revealed
Legends of the Speakeasy Group – Michelle Silverlock
We sat down with Michelle Silverlock, Head Batcher of Nick & Nora’s Melbourne over a cocktail to discuss hospitality and her role at The Speakeasy Group.
What do you love about the industry?
It’s something that I tried in high school, took a job while I was studying, it was convenient, and I really loved it.
I’m working at the CBD right now and I love exploring all the venues nearby. I haven’t worked in the city for hospitality when I was starting, but it’s great to see all the exciting things that everyone is coming up with.
A day in a life as a Head Batcher at Nick and Nora’s
It [Batcher] is not really a position that you hear about, it’s not really a common role. We have a lot of fancy drinks, and all the fancy drinks have plenty of ingredients. I essentially come in during the day to prep everything, get everything ready for the bartender.
What do you love about your role and working at Nick and Nora’s?
Post pandemic, I was scrolling through a job platform, and I found this opportunity, and I’m like, wow! It’s like 9 to 5, Mondays off. Tuesday to Saturday work, no late nights. It just seems like all the fun things I enjoyed about bartending without the late-night work.
I do a bit of cooking like mixing the mousse, for one of our famous cocktail. It’s really fun to get into the trial and error and a bunch of different ingredients to have new drinks for the cocktail of the month.
Favourite drink on the Nick and Nora’s menu? Why?
It’s got to be the Cafe Noir because of the mousse! I just really love that mousse!
Where would we find you on a day off?
I like to spend my days off going out with friends, there’s always another bottomless brunch in the city to try out!
You’re Invited to the Eau-de-Vie Rare Malts Whisky Room Exclusive Tasting
As a special gift from The Speakeasy Group to our Investors, we invite you to our Rare Malts Whisky Room for an exclusive tasting of the 2023 Rare Malts Special Release Collection.
These 8 exceptional whiskies will be tasted, led by an expert host and brand ambassador, alongside snacks from the Eau De Vie kitchens in this 2-hour session.
Thursday, 22 August, 6.30pm – 8.30pm at Eau-de-Vie Sydney
Thursday, 29 August, 6.30pm – 8.30pm at Eau-de-Vie Melbourne
Speakeasy Group Investors will receive 50% off tickets purchased for you and your friends. Simply use the code RAREMALTSVIP when making your booking.
These tickets are available to Speakeasy Group Investors until the 31st of July at which point tickets will go on sale to the public, so be sure to book quick as tickets for these events are extremely limited.
Enjoy the chance to sample 8 exceptional whiskies and get to know your fellow investors!
Great Australian bites: 22 bars with great food
Have your leopard-print jacket and oversized sunglasses at the ready. Nick & Nora’s is a cocktail and Champagne bar that serves magnificent morsels matched with lively libations for party-ready Parra types.
Bar Awards 2024: Here are your Cocktail Bar of the Year Finalists!
It’s nearly time for the announcement of all the finalists for the 23rd Annual Bartender Magazine Australian Bar Awards, so we are going to share with you some sneak peeks in the lead-up. Today, it’s your votes for the country’s best Cocktail Bars.
Whisky Bar of the Year! More Bar Awards Finalists announced!
It’s nearly time for the announcement of all the finalists for the 23rd Annual Bartender Magazine Australian Bar Awards, so we are going to share with you some sneak peeks in the lead-up. Today, it’s your votes for the country’s best Whisky Bars.
23rd Annual Bartender Magazine Bar Awards: Nominations are in!
The nominations are in for the 23rd Australian Bar Awards, as voted by the bar industry and we are thrilled to see the hard work and dedication of our teams result in nominations in multiple categories.
Congratulations to Eau de Vie Melbourne and Sydney, Boilermaker House and Pearl Diver.
Cocktail Bar of the Year (State)
Eau De Vie Melbourne
Bar of the Year (State)
Pearl Diver
Cocktail Bar of the Year
Eau De Vie Sydney
Best Specialty Beer Venue
Boilermraker House
Whisky Bar of the Year
Eau De Vie Sydney
Sip Through The 8 Best Gin Bars in Sydney 2024
Gin and jazz go hand in hand with one another. And, thanks to this cocktail bar in Sydney, Eau De Vie, your visit will be just as glamorous as what you’d expect it to be.
Maddie Nunan’s 7 Years with the Speakeasy Group
This week we have the special privilege of celebrating Maddie Nunan’s 7 remarkable years with The Speakeasy Group. I remember when she first joined us she had a laptop, a mobile phone, no office and there was little to no head office team. What a 7 years it has been. Maddie’s dedication, creativity and leadership have been instrumental in driving our success and growth. Her unwavering commitment has not only elevated our brands but continues to inspire all those who surround her.
Thank you Maddie, for your incredible contributions and for being a wonderful member of the team and leader. Here’s to the future!
– Greg and the entire Speakeasy Group
Legends of the Speakeasy Group – Arianna Martini
We sat down with down with Arianna Martini, Reservations and Events Coordinator for Nick & Nora’s to discuss hospitality and her role at The Speakeasy Group.
What do you love about the industry?
I enjoy providing clients with a variety of services. I would say I excel at coordinating multiple events and cultivating strong relationships with clients and venue teams, which is crucial in this industry.
A day in a life as a Reservations and Events Coordinator at Head Office
It really depends on the day of the week. Monday is usually the busiest for me as we go through emails and client inquiries from weekend reports. My main focus is on finalising events and saving all the details on Tripleseat, the event platform we use. In the afternoons, we usually take the time to reach out and respond to inquiries, either by phone or email.
What do you love about your role and working at the Head Office?
I enjoy working with my team at the Speakeasy Group. The company is inclusive, flexible, and offers a supportive environment.
Favourite drink on the Nick & Nora’s menu?
I enjoy the drinks from Pearl Diver, but I do have a soft spot for Nick & Nora’s Melbourne. My favourite drink at Nick & Nora’s is Passion Project.
Where would we find you on a day off?
You would find me out with my friends on my day off! I love going to bars or restaurants to have a great time!