unleash the bartender in you...
At Happy Hours Bartending U, we believe bartending is not only a respectable profession that never goes out of style, but also a skill that never goes out of date.
Happy Hours Bartending U aims to provide you the best technical training, knowledge and finesse required for you feel confident and succeed at any venue and situation.
Find out more about our Mixology Workshop.
Happy Hours Bartending U aims to provide you the best technical training, knowledge and finesse required for you feel confident and succeed at any venue and situation.
Find out more about our Mixology Workshop.
FREE bartending apps
Try BarSim for free, the ultimate bartending stimulation program that allows you to bartend right away! It is free for three days, available only for Windows people - sorry Mac people! Approx 26 mb.
Iphone users, there two apps we have discovered that are perfect, and FREE, for the weekend fun or for your bartending referencing needs, try Mixology or Drinkspiration.
For all other mobile phones with internet connection, try the Mobile Bartender app powered by Webtender.
Iphone users, there two apps we have discovered that are perfect, and FREE, for the weekend fun or for your bartending referencing needs, try Mixology or Drinkspiration.
For all other mobile phones with internet connection, try the Mobile Bartender app powered by Webtender.
With high demands in most places around the world, the flexibility in schedule, the opportunity to readily meet new people, it is the ideal job for practically everyone! Whether you want to take a bartending job while at school or traveling, join one of our mobile event teams, host a good party, or you simply want to improve your bartending skills, we are here to help you do just that.
It might seem intimidating at first, especially to individuals with little or no experience. However, with the right training, the proper tools, and a realistic touch in a controlled environment with plenty of support, anyone can easily and comfortably acquire the know-how and ability to razzle-dazzle anyone, anytime, anywhere. Our workshop is ideal for aspiring bartenders who want to get their hands wet as soon as possible and working bartenders who want to increase their bartending knowledge and skills repertoire.
The intensive workshop is 12 hours long, divided into two portions and lead by our instructors who are highly qualified and working in actual establishments. During the first portion, we will go over various topics from the bar layout, the tools and glasswares,the industry jargons, the essential product knowledge, opening and closing the bar, to the proper techniques used to prepare garnishes, build and serve cocktails, wines and beer... etc. In the second portion of our workshop, with the help and support from our instructors, you will get to bartend in our stimulated mixotic sessions, where you are faced with role-playing customers in realistic environments and atmospheres - this way you will encounter almost all potential scenarios that might arise when you start to bartend professionally.
Being concise and crucial, our goal is to get you equipped and comfortable with the essential knowledge and skill sets in as little time as you require, and as quickly as possible, so that you can start your bartending career almost right away - the rest is up to you.
We offer the workshop all over Ontario and Quebec. Please check our location page to find a workshop in your city.
The Mixology Workshop fee is $250 per person.
University and college students (with valid student I.D.) receive 20% discount, the fee is $200 per student.
Smart Serve Workshop is also offered at $50 per person, and can be included in the training for additional $40 per person.
Group and referral discounts are available, please see our register page for discount details.
It might seem intimidating at first, especially to individuals with little or no experience. However, with the right training, the proper tools, and a realistic touch in a controlled environment with plenty of support, anyone can easily and comfortably acquire the know-how and ability to razzle-dazzle anyone, anytime, anywhere. Our workshop is ideal for aspiring bartenders who want to get their hands wet as soon as possible and working bartenders who want to increase their bartending knowledge and skills repertoire.
The intensive workshop is 12 hours long, divided into two portions and lead by our instructors who are highly qualified and working in actual establishments. During the first portion, we will go over various topics from the bar layout, the tools and glasswares,the industry jargons, the essential product knowledge, opening and closing the bar, to the proper techniques used to prepare garnishes, build and serve cocktails, wines and beer... etc. In the second portion of our workshop, with the help and support from our instructors, you will get to bartend in our stimulated mixotic sessions, where you are faced with role-playing customers in realistic environments and atmospheres - this way you will encounter almost all potential scenarios that might arise when you start to bartend professionally.
Being concise and crucial, our goal is to get you equipped and comfortable with the essential knowledge and skill sets in as little time as you require, and as quickly as possible, so that you can start your bartending career almost right away - the rest is up to you.
We offer the workshop all over Ontario and Quebec. Please check our location page to find a workshop in your city.
The Mixology Workshop fee is $250 per person.
University and college students (with valid student I.D.) receive 20% discount, the fee is $200 per student.
Smart Serve Workshop is also offered at $50 per person, and can be included in the training for additional $40 per person.
Group and referral discounts are available, please see our register page for discount details.
We are officially located in Toronto, but our Mixology Workshop is designed with you in mind - whether you are in Windsor or Montreal, or anywhere in between, we would be happy to serve you. Below are our scheduled classes listed by location. Click on your closest city to see the dates and locations. If your city is not listed, please contact us and we can work something out with you.
join a Mixology Workshop
Our classes fill very quickly, we recommend you to register as soon as possible. Please use the form below to sign up for the class nearest to you. The sign-up is done through PayPal. You will be able to sign up with all major credit cards and debit cards, regardless whether you have a PayPal account or not. If you prefer to pay in cheque or cash, or encounter problem while signing up, please contact us at 1.866.494.0979, our staff will be able to assist you with the process.
The registration is done through PayPal, all major credit cards and debit cards accepted. Please ensure the pop-up is enabled.Get discount by signing up in our Smart Mixology package. Mixology + Smart Serve + $10 discount
If you wish to sign up with cash or cheque, please contact us and our staff will assist you with the registration.join a Smart Serve Workshop
The registration is done through PayPal, all major credit cards and debit cards accepted. Please ensure the pop-up is enabled.
If you wish to sign up with cash or cheque, please contact us and our staff will assist you with the registration.
schedule a private training session
Prefer to learn in a small class with friends? We can arrange a private training session for you, better yet, our instructors can customize the course to your liking! Although we charge a small extra fee for the private session ($60) to cover the traveling cost for our instructor, the fee can be waived if you book the private training session with two other people. Please contact us to arrange a private session, or use the following form:
training for your establishment
Need training for your establishment? We can help you develop a menu, provide training to all your staff, or even send in one of our events team to help you with special events! Please contact us or use the following form and one of our staff will get back to you.
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What's In A Drink
Picture this... It's Friday night, and happy hour is in full swing at your favorite restaurant or club. There are good looking, potentially eligible men and women all around, and you're scanning the room looking for your next dating prospect. The checklist:
Cute? Check
Well-dressed? Check
No wedding ring? Check
But before you make a move, there's just one more thing; have you seen what the guy or girl who caught your eye is drinking?
Disclaimer: The information found here is provided strictly for entertainment purposes. We take no responsibility in the outcome of your date :p Please enjoy responsibly.
Beer
What It Means... What you see is what you get
Women: Here's a woman who is most comfortable in jeans and a T-shirt, and she can root for her favorite sports team along with the best of them. She likes her beer smooth, and her dates even smoother, so you better come correct. She's a woman who isn't afraid to be herself, right down to the last chug, and she'll tell you exactly what's on her mind.
Men: This guy likes it simple -- direct and to the point. He isn't going to play games with you unless he drinks one of those designer label beers. You can expect lots of sports analogies and dinners at TGI Fridays. But fear not, he'll always be there for you even though he'll still want to hang out with the guys to keep up his macho image. He is a keeper provided he isn't wearing a wife-beater when you first meet him.
Martini
What It Means... Oh, so passe
Women: She's either a truly classy lady, or she wants to play one on TV. FYI, flavored martini's went out with the last episode of 'Sex in the City.' But, if she orders a traditional martini, then she may be the real thing. Honestly though, who cares? If she has enough of them, you'll definitely be able to tell which side of the stirrer she falls on.
Men: This guy could go either way. If he sticks with tradition and goes for gin or vodka, he knows how to play the game. Three olives is his preference, but beware if he orders it extra dirty since that can only mean trouble ahead. If he breaks from tradition and orders a Cosmo, then he is a free spirit. His tastes may not be up to par with Mr. Olives, but he can take you on an adventure that most girls only dream of.
Whiskey
What It Means... Proceed with caution
Women: Interested in dating a whiskey-drinking woman? Then be afraid ... very afraid. This woman is a wild one, and there's no stopping her once she gets going. She's an adventurous, bonafide risk-taker, so be ready for anything. If you're the kind who can handle that, go for it. But just one more word of advice; don't play poker with her. You'll lose your shirt.
Men: This is a man who has arrived -- well almost. He likes to sit back and watch before he jumps into conversation. Check to make sure he orders a top-shelf brand, one that is hopefully single malt. If he orders it as just a whiskey, this guy is trying too hard to impress. Ordering rail whiskey is like drinking wine from a tap gun. Skip him and move on to the real deal since he will likely be the conversation if you stay too long.
Champagne
What It Means... Bubble, Bubbles everywhere
Women: Watch this bubbly drinker closely; she's reserved and subtle, so you may not catch signs that she's interested if you aren't paying attention. A palate for champagne also suggests that she likes the finer things in life; be prepared to give them to her if you make her yours. Don't worry though; she'll make it worth your while.
Men: Bubbles are the tell-tale sign of a romantic man -- more so if he cares enough to order you a glass too. Remember the finer the bubbles, the better the champagne -- and the man. He is self-assured and doesn't care what other guys think. Right now you are center stage and he couldn't care less if the world were falling down around him. If you don't already have his number, get it now!
Margarita
What It Means... Out of control
Women: Frozen or not, this drink signifies a fun-loving girl who may have made an appearance in 'Girls Gone Wild' in her college days. She's probably a fan of shots too, so don't be surprised to hear a story about how she drank some guy under the table. If you're not afraid of her past, this free-spirited girl could help you create a future of fond memories.
Men: Tequila has a way of making a man speak the truth. Just wait until after a couple margaritas when all pretenses are gone, and you'll really see what he's like. He may be a fool, but at least you'll know almost immediately. This guy likes a fun time and probably is a great joker of sorts. Served on the rocks, you'll know he loves the ladies. Served frozen, then this guy is probably better off dating his mother.
Daiquiri
What It Means... Handle with care
Women: If your date orders a daiquiri, be sure and check her driver's license; she may not be old enough to drink. Daiquiri's are cute, in a fruit juice sort of way, so she's a woman you have to take it slow with. She could be a great catch, but it will take a while to find out.
Men: Now, don't take this the wrong way, but a guy who drinks daiquiri's isn't a guy you can take too seriously. Sure he might be nice, but I bet he still lives at home with his parents. Fruit should stay as a garnish on the drink and not become the drink. A daiquiri is like a learners permit for life. Sure he can drive, but not without training wheels. This guy is going to need some time to grow so best be prepared to show him lots of support. Check please!
Mojito
What It Means... Something new
Women: Here's an exotic woman who isn't interested in the same old, same old. Pull out all the stops if you want to spend time with her; dinner and a movie might not be exciting enough to keep a mojito-drinker interested. Be prepared to do new things, go new places and take dating to a new level.
Men: This guy is worldly, quick to know the latest buzz and can keep conversation fun and interesting. Initially, he may come off as too slick or suave, but you'll warm up to him once you get to know him. Fun nights and great restaurants await you with this guy, so give him a chance. The only problem is whether or not you'll be able to keep up. Hang in there; this guy is worth it.
Wine
What It Means... Suburban Sipper
Women: This woman is traditional, in a 2.5 kids, house in the 'burbs, two-car garage kind of way. But she's sophisticated about it; she'll engage you in a conversation about politics, world peace and current events, all the while dreaming of the day she can be a stay-at-home soccer mom in charge of coordinating weekly car pools.
Men: It seems as if every man drinks wine today. The test here is what type of wine he orders. Does he prefer the commercial success of a pinot, or does he break from the hype and order something that centers on a particular region? The more specific he is about his wine preference, the more right on he will be as a date. Ask him about his wine choice and you'll be able to read him like a book. Just wait for the final chapter!
Everyone loves to have some fun and win stuff, so do we! Every once in a while we will have some contests. We are currently planning our next contest. Please stay tuned and come back and check in a little while.
Every three weeks we will be doing a prize draw and let one aspiring bartender attend our Mixology Workshop on us! That's right, on US, so you pay nada!
Enter the February 12, 2010 Draw
We always try have some promotions - they are fun to have! Check back often to see what we have going on.
- Two is a pair, three is company!
- Refer 2 Friends Discount: Sign up with two friends, and all of you will receive a 10% discount.
- After Five
- Refer 4 Friends Discount: Sign up with four friends, and all of you will receive a 20% discount.
- Cloud 9 + 1
- Refer 9 Friends Discount: Sign up with nine friends, and your friends will receive 30% discount, and YOU will receive 100% discount!
Promo Terms & Conditions
In order to be eligible for the offer, the participants must either 1) indicate in the comment box provided while signing up; or 2) e-mail or call us and let us know the names of other eligible participants as soon as they sign up - we would like to, but will not be able to honor the promotion discount on the day of the workshop. This offer is ongoing and available to all the graduates of our Bartending/Mixology program - meaning that if you have taken our course already and managed to refer friends, you can still get the discounts issued to you.Thinking about an event? Need staff for your establishment? We'd love to help you plan an event and/or supply the staff from our graduates...
Please tell us a bit more about what you need.
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At Happy Hours Bartending U, we care about the people we work with, we also care about the communities and environments with which we work, so we are committed to be socially responsible in our practices by giving back and involving the local communities.
Here is what we are doing, if you have suggestions or advices, please let us know.
We are committed to giving back...
Happy Hours Bartending is pleased to announce that we will take part in the Haiti Relief effort. While we are not actively raising funds, we will raise funds by donating a sum of $5 to the relief efforts by Canadian Red Cross and UNICEF Canada from each of our sign up.
If you wish to make additional monetary contributions to the Haiti Relief Effort, please visit the websites of those corresponding organizations:
UNICEF Canada
Canadian Red Cross
Note: CIDA (Canadian International Development Agency) is offering to match individual donations for each dollar that you contribute to the relief effort from January 12 to February 12. [Detail]