Establishment: Heist, Trust, Nashville North What made you want to become a bartender? As a frequent club-goer, I’ve always been drawn to the atmosphere of bars and restaurants. The energy of the crowd and the opportunity to meet new people are definitely two perks that influenced my decision to pursue a career within the hospitality […]
In just ten years, The BPM Festival has earned its stripes as the centerpiece of underground dance music. Undoubtedly, the storied affair – having forged an unrivaled brand stemming from the best of house and techno in the world – is the crown jewel of tropical festivals. What was once by and large a homegrown festival commemorating underground dance […]
Establishment: Ivy Social Club Recent Gigs: My current bartending job is at Ivy Social Club in Vaughan. I was also bartending a bit in Wasaga Beach this summer at Bananas, but my first gig would be at the Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill in Vaughan. Why did you become a bartender? I started originally for […]
Tributes and prayers are pouring in today towards Toronto doorman legend, Kirk Wilson. Tragedy struck overnight at the closing party for BPM at the Blue Parrot in Playa Del Carmen. Its taken the life of 5 people so far and many more injured. Among those killed is a loved doorman from many ink venues including […]
Establishment: SAME Nightclub & Bloke Nightclub Recent Gigs: Daytime Bartender at Canyon Creek Chophouse Franchise (Airport Location) Why did you become a bartender? I was thrown into it At A Young age 19 or so After working at a smaller Restaurant Where I would have to make my own drinks and serve tables at the […]
After doing a surprise performance at The Fifth on Duncan St in Toronto, the “What Do You Mean” Canadian Pop singer decided to hit the pavement and hit some of the hottest nightclubs on the King West strip. Bieber wandered into the Fifth alone, ordered a drink and watched the Toronto Raptors’ game. The pub […]
Torontonightclub.com is pleased to announce Armand De Brignac as a new Platinum Sponsor of the 16th Annual Toronto Nightclub Awards. “We’re very happy that Kolonaki Group President, Steve Kriaris and Torontonightclub.com President Richard D share the same vision for the annual celebration for the people in the club industry” a spokesman from Torontonightclub.com said. “This […]
The billionaire founder of Corona beer has reportedly made his entire home village millionaires in his will. Antonino Fernandez, who was born in the Spanish village of Cerezales del Condado in 1917, emigrated to Mexico to make his fortune but clearly hasn’t forgotten his roots. The drinks mogul left the 80 residents of his home village […]
Toronto City Council looking into making last call in Toronto 4am. On Monday, the economic development committee will host the Toronto music industry advisory council for discussions on pushing back last call. At the meeting, the advisory council will suggest that city staff begin a study on the value of the night-time economy and the […]
We recently caught up with Gene Quondamatteo, the owner of Club 54 in Burlington to find out what it takes to run a successful club for 25 years. After 25 years of running Club 54, what are some of your most cherished memories there?My most cherished moments are the New Years Parties because they are […]