In this episode of LUCA, THE PODCAST, recorded at the Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, Luca Missaglia sits down with Michele Lombardi to explore discipline, luxury hospitality, and what truly defines a great bartender.

From his early days in his family’s bar in Italy to leading beverage programs in London’s five-star hotels, Michele shares how responsibility, precision, communication and education shaped his career.

Topics include:

– Growing up in hospitality

– Adapting to London’s competitive cocktail culture

– Why technique alone isn’t enough

– Luxury as an experience, not a material concept

– Mentorship, team culture and long-term growth

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🎙️ Podcast supported by The Art of Shaking

🍊 In partnership with Amaro Santoni

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