Sotiris Konomi is Bar Manager of the Year. And we were there.

At the Class Bar Awards 2026 in London, Sotiris Konomi, Bar Manager at The Spy Bar at Raffles London at The OWO, was named Bar Manager of the Year, a highly significant distinction and recognition of his work.

We asked him how he feels about this award: "I am filled with pride and love from the bar  community, both locally and globally. I achieved something I've dreamed of since the moment I arrived in London, and I am very proud of it, especially in such a competitive environment. The hard work begins now, as these awards also come with a great deal of responsibility."

‍We're not just talking about good cocktails. We're talking about building a team, shaping the bar's culture, elevating the guest experience, and all of this in a five-star hotel bar in London.

The Bar Academy team was in London in person, because these are precisely the moments that remind us why it's worth investing in your industry.

Congratulations, Sotiris.