Shivangi Tiwari

Earlier this year in May, over 60 members of the Inception Group team set off on our annual company trip to Marbella, Spain. Joining us were venue managers, heads of department, and team members who have been with the business for five years or more, a celebration of dedication, teamwork, and the brilliant people who help bring our venues to life.

True to Inception spirit, the trip was packed with energy, creativity, and unforgettable moments. This year marked our first-ever beachside away day, setting the tone for a sun-soaked adventure filled with fun and camaraderie. Highlights included our annual treasure hunt, spirited games of Padel tennis, and a host of other exciting team activities.

Evenings were just as memorable, with drinks, dinners, and plenty of laughter shared under the Spanish sky. From team challenges to late-night laughs, it was a fantastic few days that brought us closer together and reminded us why we do what we do!

We’ve just wrapped the first stages of our 2nd annual cocktail competition, and it’s bigger and better than ever. This year again, we’re proud to be sponsored by Bacardi again, this year excitingly featuring Patrón Tequila! From an internal venue-level showdown to a high-energy semi-final hosted at Mr Fogg’s Apothecary, the passion and talent on display has been incredible.Over 40 of our team entered the competition, bringing incredible energy and creativity across two action-packed days. Each participant crafted a signature cocktail that reflected both their personality and the spirit of the venue they worked at. The event featured high-paced speed rounds, where contestants raced to make 3 Tequila classics in record time! Throughout it all, there was an outpouring of support from our teams, many of whom tuned in via our live streams to cheer from home.

Our 5 finalists – Robert Capon, Mariia Biriukova, Joshua Cleasby, Charlie Galarza and Aaryan Tamilselvi will also get to experience a Patrón masterclass at Bacardi HQ on 3rd July, before battling it out in the grand final on 18th August!

The prizes?

– A once-in-a-lifetime trip to Hacienda Patron, Mexico.

– Their winning cocktail featured across all Inception Group venues for a month with a delicious bonus paid per cocktail sold.

– Donations to a charity of the winner’s choice.

– Exclusive gifts from Patrón and Inception Group.

A huge thanks to Simone, Alex, Andrea and Lexa for being the greatest judges. And a massive thanks to Lee, Miko and Jan for organising such a splendid event.

Cheers to raising the bar!