“World’s Best” Bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana Teams Up With Two-Michelin-Starred Chef Curtis Duffy To Launch Long-Term Cocktail Partnership
After, a come-as-you-are neighborhood bar known for delivering unmatched hospitality, today unveils a long-term partnership with London’s Mr Lyan Studio, a collaboration between the award-winning creative team of “World’s Best Bartender” Ryan Chetiyawardana and Two-Michelin-Starred Chef Curtis Duffy. The After x Mr Lyan Studio Collaboration is inspired by seasonal ingredients and innovative culinary techniques, featuring a rotating beverage menu curated by Mr Lyan himself.
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Green Daisy is a snappy, bright, fluffy cocktail with fresh ‘pea cordial.’ Lemongrass brings complex citrus notes and pandan leaf adds a touch of coconutty depth. Available spirit-free.
Available starting the first week of April, the Spring 2025 menu showcases 12 new cocktails, including four spirit-free selections, carefully crafted to evoke creativity, imagination, and a sense of rebellion.
“We strive to create the ultimate guest experience, which is centered around technical elements, leading to a flavorful menu,” said Chef Duffy. “By using carefully selected spirits and the highest-quality ingredients, paired with culinary expertise, this collaboration emulates After’s focus on the guest experience.”
Richie Farina returns home as Chef de Cuisine, debuting new shared plates.
“After is fun and loud and boisterous. It’s rock and roll,” said Alex Lawrence, Managing Director of Venues at Mr Lyan Studio. “Like a music collab, this partnership allows us to each take our expertise to the next level, push the envelope, and constantly evolve. Guests can come in, let their hair down and create memories with the 'World’s Best' pairing.”
To learn more, visit after-chicago.com.
About After
After is a cocktail bar inspired by the knowledge and experiences of Michelin-Starred Chef Curtis Duffy. Featuring cocktails and shared plates, the service and experience emulate high craft and low-key vibes. In the pursuit of excellence, we challenge expectations, focusing on the joy that unique experiences create. We are not subtle. We seek bold flavors and big characters. After is a bar that evolves with the seasons, designed to be elevating – delivering the unexpected while showcasing the best of ingredients and technique. Learn more at after-chicago.com.
About Mr Lyan
Mr Lyan Studio is a strategic consultancy based in London, UK. Combining the expertise of a design agency with the experience of seasoned F&B operators, the team creates compelling and commercial F&B concepts for clients in Europe, the US and Asia. Learn more at mrlyan.studio.
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Like a music collab, this partnership allows us to each take our expertise to the next level, push the envelope, and constantly evolve. Guests can come in, let their hair down and create memories with the 'World’s Best' pairing.
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