S8 Ep. 142 PINTS, PUB CULTURE, AND PERFECTION: A CONVERSATION WITH OISIN ROGERS, CO-FOUNDER OF THE DEVONSHIRE PUB
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What makes a pub stand out from the rest and what is the secret behind a good pint of Guinness? Devonshire co-founder and Guinness aficionado Oisín Rogers answers these questions and more in this week’s episode.
Mark McC delves into Oisín’s extensive career in hospitality, exploring his unique path from bypassing university to dominating the pub scene with innovative concepts and a steadfast commitment to quality. Oisín shares his 10-year journey of conceptualising the Devonshire, emphasising the importance of location, service, and atmosphere in creating a successful establishment.
Key discussions include managing guest experiences, the art of serving Guinness, and the balance between tradition and innovation in menu development. Hospitality professionals will gain valuable insights into building a renowned pub brand, team leadership, and navigating the complexities of the hospitality industry today.
About Oisín Rogers
Oisín Rogers, a renowned figure in London's hospitality scene, is celebrated for his exceptional contributions as a pub landlord and entrepreneur. With a career spanning decades, Oisín has earned accolades and widespread recognition for his innovative approach to pub management and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences. Beginning his journey in the industry with humble roots, Oisín has navigated through various ventures, including iconic pubs like The Ship and The Guinea Grill, before establishing The Devonshire, a beloved establishment tucked away in the vibrant streets of London. His passion for perfection, particularly evident in his Guinness obsession, has become legendary, earning The Devonshire a reputation as a must-visit destination for aficionados of the iconic stout. Rogers' dedication to excellence, coupled with his warm charisma and genuine hospitality, continues to define him as one of the most esteemed and beloved figures in the UK's pub landscape.
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/Oisín-rogers-260139178
The Devonshire website: https://www.devonshiresoho.co.uk/
This podcast is sponsored by NFS Hospitality.
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About Mark Mcc:
Mark McCulloch is one of the leading food, drink and hospitality brand and marketing minds in the world. Mark has over twenty years brand, marketing, digital and social media experience holding senior and board-level positions at lastminute.com, Barclaycard, YO! Sushi and Pret A Manger. Mark co-founded multi-award-winning brand and marketing agency WE ARE Spectacular in 2012 which is still going strong today. Mark is now fulfilling his lifelong ambition to live and work by the sea in Brighton where he is a Virtual Chief Marketing Officer and Brand Strategist for the best hospitality, tech and B2B brands in the UK and beyond. Mark is also a popular thought leader, speaker and broadcaster, the highlight of which being in 2018 when Mark began podcasting and his Mark McC Supersonic Food Marketing podcast hosting guests including the greatest digital mind in the world Gary Vaynerchuk plus music legends Fatboy Slim and Alan McGee (the man who discovered rock band Oasis). Mark’s podcast has been downloaded hundreds of thousands of times and has reached the top 10 in the UK iTunes business charts and is a regular Top 100 podcast in multiple countries around the world helping educate, entertain and inspire both the marketing and business community. Mark is also the Campaign Director for Hospitality Rising which is an 'Be The Best' army style campaign for hospitality to help solve the hospitality recruitment crisis forever.
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