Pete Gugni

In a wine and beer type of town, Pete Gugni, a native of Detroit, is ready to shake up Chicago – literally – by raising the standard of service offering artistic expression through his menu to compliment the cuisine and please the palette.  Featured in The New York Times, USA Today, and E!, Gugni’s passion for all things liquid has earned him national attention, as well as garnered him accolades, such as level II sommelier.

Receiving a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Michigan, Gugni has managed three other Chicago venues and has also taken on the role of master mixologist for Bacardi.  From handpicked offerings of locally-minded beer and wine to carefully crafted cocktails, Gugni takes the concept of a typical drink to the next level at The Bedford.  And his creativity isn’t limited to what’s on paper (for those looking to order outside the glass) – his favorite part of the job is surprising people with new and flavorful concoctions, featuring Rye, Pisco, Sherry, and more, or mixing a crave-worthy custom cocktail on the spot.  By offering a variety of spirits, Gugni keeps the bar fresh and fun, with the goal to constantly challenge himself.