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Barcadi Ghana holds first ever Rum Day Contest
Barcadi Ghana recently held the first ever Rum Day Contest at the Lotus Bar, Cantonments with over 70 guests present.
The competition partnered by Marina Distribution Limited, Ghana, brought together Bartenders from across major outlets in the country.
It started with round-robin style, seeing who could shake the fastest and make the best cocktails for a panel of renowned judges consisting Ms. Innocentia Taliwe, Bacardi Marketing Development Manager (West Africa), Mr. Terry Sowah, Bacardi Trade Ambassador (Ghana) Mr Cameron Hawkins, Bacardi Brand Ambassador, Ms Audrey Boistol, Brand Manager of Bacardi, Martini and D’usse (Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa) and Mr Chris Beany, Academy Chair, 50 Best Bars.
The Bartenders were selected via video presentations of themselves making their favourite Bacardi rum cocktails inspired by a story. There were over 80 entries where 15 were shortlisted for the final competition.
Inspiration of the Cocktails was a factor where participants were to educate consumers on Story, Scene or Incident from where they derived their special curated Cocktails.
The selection was based on Aesthetics of the Bacardi Rum Cocktails, which consisted of choice of Glassware, garnish or accompaniments served with the Cocktail
Each competitor made a round of cocktails selected at random, and culled from specially curated recipes, which where then evaluated based on accuracy, taste and presentation.
The criteria and technique considered were mainly through cocktails preparation, applying appropriate hygiene (COVID-19) protocols as well as necessary bartender etiquette.
Participants included; Edgar Davies: Front/Back, Edward Asare: Lotus Bar, Prince Charles Sarkodie: Base Lounge, Benjamin Amoako: Pomona, Alexander Deladem Afeli :Brasa Restaurant, Isaac : Freelance Bartender, Henry Tawiah: Brasa, Daniel Makunu: Front/Back, Kevin Kpade: Exhale Lounge, Ismalia Issaka: Area Bar, Emmanuel Nortey: Rockefellas Restaurant , David Nyamekye:Front/Back, Osborn:Neem Grill, Kamsy Brown: Kozo Restaurant, George Nortey: No X Restaurant and Lounge.
At the end of the competition, Alexander Afeli of Brasa restaurant was crowned “The King Of Bacardi Rum Coctails and took home the ultimate prize of GH₵6,000.
Kamsy Brown came second winning GH₵4,000 and Kevin Spade also took the third position with a GH₵2,000 cash prize.
Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards 27 have announced “A Touch of Glitter as the official red carpet theme for this year’s ceremony.’’
In a statement issued on Thursday, April 16, Charterhouse indicated that the theme is designed to promote elegance and creativity while maintaining a refined fashion standard.
According to the organisers, the red carpet remains one of the most anticipated moments of the awards, offering artistes, celebrities, and guests the opportunity to express themselves through fashion while celebrating Ghanaian identity.
They explained that for this year’s edition, attendees are encouraged to include subtle elements of shimmer in their outfits.
This, they noted, can be done through fabric choices, embellishments, or accessories, with the focus on elegance rather than excess.
The statement added that the red carpet event will take place on May 9, 2026, at 7:06 pm, ahead of the main awards ceremony.
Head of Public Events and Communications at Charterhouse, Robert Klah, noted that the theme invites guests to explore creativity with sophistication while maintaining a polished appearance.
The organisers further assured that the event will continue to deliver a blend of music, fashion, and culture, making it a key highlight on Ghana’s entertainment calendar.
By Jacob Aggrey
The fourth edition of the fast-rising fashion and cultural event, the Slit and Kaba Festival, is set to take place on May 1 at the Legon City Mall in Accra.
Organised by Roots Africa, the festival aims to promote Ghanaian culture through the traditional Kaba and Slit outfit, known for its vibrant African prints and unique designs.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro ahead of this year’s edition, dubbed “Old School Kaba and Slit Meets Batakari,” the Founder of Roots Africa, Mrs. Deborah Kabutey-Djisah, popularly known as Manye Korngo, said the event has gained significant popularity over the years and promised an even bigger experience this time around.
“The intention is to revive old-school fashion while celebrating our revered Fugu, also known as Batakari, which has gained massive exposure in recent times,” she stated.
“It is also an opportunity to showcase our culture and demonstrate to young people how fashion has evolved over the years,” she added.
She further called on vendors to come on board to display their products and services, noting that thousands of patrons are expected to attend the event.
“Don’t miss the chance to have your brand featured on our flyers, make incredible sales, and be part of an unforgettable experience,” she urged.
According to her, the previous edition was a great success, attracting patrons from across the country. Due to the growing interest, a larger venue had to be secured to accommodate the anticipated crowd.
“I’m expecting ten times more people than we had at last year’s festival,” she added.
