Talking Tapas with Ben Wright of Porta Restaurants
Ben Wright is the Co-Founder of Porta, a place for all those who can’t get enough of tapas. Here, you’ll find the most delicious plates – both hot and cold, of authentic Spanish food. There’s a focus on simple ingredients to produce the most vibrant tastes, and you’ll find in the restaurants a relaxed feel that’ll transport you to the middle of Madrid.
How did you get into the restaurant industry"
Like many in the industry, a Saturday job as a 14-year-old washing-up in a golf club near my parents? house. That role evolved into kitchen work, cheffing (mainly bacon butties and burgers) and then to bar work – alongside the sixth form when I turned 18. I immediately fell in love with the industry ? the fun and the camaraderie but also the hard graft, responsibility and being treated as an adult. Where did you learn your skills"
When I was 19 and working as a wine waiter in a local pub-restaurant my colleagues and I was set a challenge by our manager; the person who sold the highest value of wine in a weekend would win a bottle of something-or-other. I quickly realized that acquiring a small amount of wine knowledge would put me ahead of the majority of my teammates, and also our customers. Just being able to pronounce Rioja or Chateâuneuf du Pape would help me sound like I knew something. The rest, as they say, is history.
Who has been your greatest influence"
In terms of life principals and embracing good f...
Source:
Upscale Living Magazine
URL:
http://www.upscalelivingmag.com
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