Welcome to the very first Martini Expo!

Cocktail enthusiasts, bartenders, and spirit aficionados alike came together to celebrate the iconic drink in all its forms 🍸 Organized by journalist + author Robert Simonson and his wife Mary Kate Murray of The Mix, the event featured expert talks, 30+ vendors, and lots of creative takes on the classic cocktail. Despite younger demographics drinking less, the martini’s chokehold still remains because we all know, it’s not just a drink - it’s a lifestyle.

I came across this event + thought it looked FAB, so pitched it to Megan Paetzhold who graciously said yes!! MANY THANKS for being the best editor ever, and to journalist Sam Stone for imbibing in the fun along with me. TYYYY to all the marvelous attendees, industry titans, and vendors who let me capture the fun! XOXO

Bon Appétit - Inside the First-Ever Martini Expo, Where the Classic Cocktail is Forever