How does someone from Brittany end up in Britain, only to return to Paris and open—of all things—a pub? Don’t be surprised, though: this pub comes with a touch of oh là là. I’m joined by Hyacinthe Lescoët, whose journey began in France, where his love for hospitality was first sparked while helping out in his mother’s pizzeria at just 12 years old.
After earning his master’s degree in advertising, Hyacinthe made his way to London, igniting his passion for the craft of the cocktail. He returned to Paris where he championed seasonality, sustainability, and innovation. With this wealth of experience, in 2019 he teamed up with friends to open their own bar, The Cambridge Public House—a space that brings his philosophy of flavor, creativity, and hospitality to life.
He’s here to tell us how it all began!
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Cocktail of the Week:
Cigarette After Sex
Ingredients
- 25 ml Siete Misterios Mezcal
- 15 ml Sloe Gin
- 90 ml Agua de Jamaica
- 10 ml Verjus
- Lapsang Souchong tea
Instructions
- First you need a wine glass. Wet the side of it and dip it into Lapsang souchong tea.
- Fill the glass with ice, then pour in all the ingredients
- Stir well
- Add more ice if necessary
- Serve
Nutrition
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