Behind every great cocktail or perfectly poured pint, there’s often a story — and sometimes, those stories are hilarious. London’s bar scene is one of the most vibrant in the world, and its bartenders have seen it all: strange customer requests, awkward moments, and unforgettable one-liners. We’ve rounded up some of the funniest tales from inside London’s leading bars — proof that the pub and bar trade is never boring. The Espresso Martini Confusion One bartender recalls a customer asking for an “Expresso Martini”, insisting that it be made with “extra fast coffee.” Despite the correction, the guest stuck by their order, declaring it the “quickest drink they’d ever had.” Lost in Translation At a popular Soho cocktail spot, an...

Bodmin Moor is one of those places that takes your breath away before you’ve even thought about your first pint. The wide skies, granite tors and rolling mist make it feel wild and untamed. But tucked away across this rugged landscape are pubs and breweries that have been keeping walkers, travellers, and the occasional smuggler refreshed for centuries. On my latest wander across the moor, I ducked into a few of them – and what I found was a mix of history, hearty hospitality, and some brilliant Cornish ales. Jamaica Inn – Smugglers and Stories No trip to Bodmin Moor feels complete without a stop at Jamaica Inn, the coaching house turned world-famous pub that’s as famous...