In this episode, Shawn Soole is joined by industry heavyweight Pietro Collina, whose résumé includes legendary institutions like Eleven Madison Park, NoMad, and his current role as Beverage Director for The Teslef Group (Viajante 78, Los Mochis, Sale e Pepe). In this candid and inspiring session, Pietro shares how he’s helped define some of the world’s most influential bar and restaurant programs—through mentorship, precision, and hospitality-driven creativity.
🧠 What You’ll Learn
* Pietro’s journey through Eleven Madison Park and the culture that shaped him
* How NoMad helped bridge fine dining and cocktail excellence
* His philosophy on building bar programs that reflect identity, purpose, and flow
* The creative process behind Viajante 88’s bar experience and The Teslef Group’s beverage DNA
* Audience Q\&A on training teams, scaling systems, and delivering consistency across multiple venues
📌 Timestamp Highlights
* **00:03:00** – Entering the world of fine dining at Eleven Madison Park
* **00:15:00** – Lessons from NoMad: bar meets kitchen meets guest experience
* **00:30:00** – Designing the beverage program at Viajante 88
* **00:45:00** – Live Q\&A: leadership, team culture, and scalable excellence
* **01:00:00+** – What’s next: expansion, new projects, and collaborative growth
🎯 Who It’s For
Bar and restaurant leaders, beverage directors, and operators looking to create world-class programs that blend creative excellence with operational precision.
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