In honor of Latine / Hispanic Heritage Month, the Ranstead Room and El Rey in Philadelphia are hosting an exciting celebration featuring top Latine bartending talent on Monday, October 2nd! The event, curated by Nico Diaz, Head Bartender at the Ranstead Room, will showcase a rotation of guest bartenders and include a lively atmosphere with DJ Curtis Remarc spinning tracks, including a lot of Bad Bunny.

Nico Diaz shared, "The recent upswing in Philly's bar scene is largely driven by the empowering, collaborative, and supportive vibe among Latine bartenders. This event aims to highlight the city's robust and diverse talent while celebrating Latine cultures." The celebration will feature a special cocktail menu inspired by Latine culture, focusing on tropical Caribeño flavors, using Bacardi USA's portfolio of spirits. David Halpern, Bacardi's Market Manager of Pennsylvania, expressed pride in being part of the celebration, appreciating the talent of the Latine bartending community.

Event Details

  • Location: Ranstead Room & El Rey - 2013 Ranstead Street, Philadelphia
  • Date: Monday, October 2nd, 2023
  • Time: 6 PM - 7 PM RSVP Hour and event open to all from 7 PM - 10 PM

Bartender Line-Up

  • Nico Diaz - Cuba
    Head Bartender at the Ranstead Room, Nico Diaz is known for his innovative Cuban-style drinks, paying homage to classic cocktail legends.
    IG: @crftybartender
  • Allana Gabriela - Puerto Rico
    A competitive bartender from San Juan, Allana has worked at notable bars like La Penúltima and Jungle Bird in Puerto Rico. This BarMania-PR champ will be showcasing her skills in Philly for the first time.
    IG: @lanadelrum_
  • Margarito Munive - Mexico
    A veteran bartender at Ranstead, Margarito is known for his creative Mezcal recipes and frequenting his favorite spot, Village Whiskey.
    IG: @rito_081
  • Cynthia Belem - Guatemala
    A student at Temple University, Cynthia bartends at El Rey and the Ranstead Room, aiming to honor her Guatemalan heritage and empower more Latinas in the industry.
    IG: @cynthia2icy
  • Carlos Echeverria - Mexico
    Hailing from Cancun, Carlos has made a name for himself in Philly's hospitality scene, currently serving as the Head Bartender at Vedge and working at Andre Hem and the Franklin Mortgage.
    IG: @_carloslucky
  • Amanda Melendez - Puerto Rico
    With a decade of experience in the service industry, including stints at Jean George and Stephen Starr's Parc, Amanda is now part of the Philadelphia Distilling bar team.
    IG: @melendez_amanda

Don't miss this vibrant celebration of Latine heritage and the dynamic bartending talents shaping Philadelphia's bar scene!

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