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from the cauldron of the witchdoctor
text of : cristina viggè-ristorarte
n.13-12/2007


 
 

"all things flow" argued Heraclitus "and everything changes" Dario Comini would add,in the view  of Hepedocles.Because according to Comini,the highly praised AIBES bartender,as well  as guru of the science of infusing and blending, the real law of the cosmos lies in the ability to shape material and the continuing possibility to change liquid into solid and solid into liquid.
without stereotypes or false prejudices.Without limitations to invention.Without tracing boundaries around the universe of creation.But only with the shrewed ability to create cocktails that are good to drink.In is cauldron.In is cave.In is Nottingham forest,a mercurial oasis where you can hear the echo of the world.Which resounds in every detail.In every object.Ready to evoke Africa,the caribbian and the orient.Far away cultures .Here,they are that much closer,representing a confirmation that nothing is so distant that it cannot be reconcilied.Water can become foam,foam become air an air can turn into smoke.you don't need a magic wand.Just understanding of the laws of chemistry and the desire of experiment.

 


 
 

taste of feng shui
water and wind,calm and movement.
This is  literal meaning of feng shui
The philosophy of the equilibrium that’s animates Comini’s stones drinks that feauture the use of black river stones(perfectly smooth and polished)set at the bottom of a glass after marinating in alcohol and natural flavours

 


 
 

this is the secret hidden behind the beautiful takamaka wood bar(the rich wood also panels all the walls).
This is the formula underlyng comini's philosophy-think,blend,dissolve and pour.Dario is an alchemist who understands perfectly that he cannot turn everything into gold,but he can finish off his drinks with a sprinkle of gold dust


 


 
 

He can also change sips into bites.
The concept is clear as you read the foreword of is most recent volume
"barchef and molecular mixologist"



this is not a random choice.Indeed cooking techniques are what give a clue to his innovative modus operandi,thanks to the use of infusion,reductions,thickeners and evaporation.
Without forgetting molecular law.essential for rationally bringing together different elements.
It is a question of affinities.Even in the glass.