Waldorf Astoria Names Head Of Bars For London Debut
Daniele Liberati will oversee the bars and drinking destinations at Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch, including Café Boulud, Whiskey & Seaweed and a forthcoming signature cocktail bar.
Liberati brings more than two decades of international experience across luxury hotels, award-winning bars and global spirits brands. In his new role, he will oversee the hotel’s collection of bars and drinking destinations, including Café Boulud with its rooftop terrace, Whiskey & Seaweed in partnership with Clare Smyth, and a signature cocktail bar, with further details to be announced.
He will work alongside Food & Beverage Director Dimi Leivadas to develop the hotel’s drinks programme, supporting its wider culinary offer and positioning the property as a food, drink and social destination for Londoners and visitors.
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Liberati has previously held senior roles in London, including Head of Bar Operations at The London EDITION and Beverage Manager at Caprice Holdings. Most recently, he led international brand development for premium spirits brand Samaroli, supporting growth across global markets.
“I am excited to be working with Daniele as we bring our vision for this monumental building to life ahead of welcoming guests for the first time in its history. Daniele brings a wealth of experience and creativity that will be instrumental in establishing Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch as one of London’s leading destinations for not only exceptional food, but an equally exceptional drinks programme”.
