We had the good fortune of connecting with Alyssia Bagot and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Alyssia, what’s the end goal, career-wise?
By the end of my career, I hope to successfully own and run my own Bar and Lounge, as well as have produced my own brand of wine/spirit.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I like to consider The Mermaid Mixxes as an experience. Yes, I am just a bartender, but the goal for the brand is always giving the best experience to our patrons. Given that the brand is no where near where I would like it to be, I am excited for the upcoming journey. Networking is the main way of how I got to where I am today with the business. I love to talk and tell my story because it most definitely wasn’t and isn’t easy. Being a mom of two and trying to run a business is probably the hardest to accomplish. Along the way, I’ve learned that time management and thorough planning are key factors in being successful from even to event. One thing about The Mermaid Mixxes: We get the job done and strive to “Make happy hour the happiest hour at any hour.”

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
Atlanta is what I like to call a big-little city. With all the new and improved restaurants and attractions, its actually hard to choose. The Coca Cola Factory, the Aquarium, and the Atlanta Zoo would definitely be a few places I would take anyone for a nice experience. From there, the internet and social media comes in handy as we would probably literally “wing it”.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Definitely would like to give recognition to Kiki Covington and the entire Orangeburg Applebees family. That’s where my bartending journey began, and Kiki taught me everything I know today. Also a GREAT thank you to LocdNParadise, A Taste of Pure Elegance, and Sheniqua Gabriel for being my number one supporters. Lastly, but surely not least, My fiancé Kymani for standing by me through the journey.

Instagram: @mermaidsmixxes

Other: Personal instagram @_picanosis

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