Monthly Archives: May 2011
Purple reigns at Bothwell venue
A splash of colour breathes life into stately Silverwells. Colour plays an important role in Bothwell bar and restaurant Silverwells. That’s not to say the B-listed Victorian property is dominated by bold hues; it’s more a subtle thread of purple that’s dispersed throughout, tying each of the individually-designed spaces together.
Staying out for a sales boost
ICB boss John Mills tells us why cider and sun are the ideal mix. The boss of cider brand St Helier has identified the great outdoors as the key to its summer trading success. The pear cider, owned by Intercontinental Brands (ICB), is sponsoring a range of music festivals and outdoor events this summer.
Show dad you care – take him down the pub
Socks have had their own way for too long when it comes to Father’s Day gifts. Dad of two Scott Wright reports on how the drinks industry is muscling in on the action. IT’S traditionally played second fiddle to Mother’s Day. But there are signs the hospitality and drinks trades are slowly switching on the commercial possibilities of Father’s Day.
Jury still out on pubco reform
The pubco-tenant relationship is changing for the better. The latest stage of the Westminster enquiry will provide a clear indication of how far the leasing industry has come. It would be interesting to be there when MPs on Westminster’s Business, Innovation and Skills Committee re-open their ongoing enquiry into pubcos, which will reportedly be next month.
Let’s find the UK’s Best Bar None
Theco-ordinator of Dundee’s Best Bar None has signalled her support for the introduction of a UK-wide version of the bar safety awards scheme. Morag Beattie told SLTN it would be a natural progression to link up the national Best Bar None schemes on both sides of the border after the first Scottish awards were held this year.
Support builds for level playing field campaign
SUPPORT is growing for a new campaign calling for licensing legislation to be applied equally to the on and off-trades.
Level the Playing Field aims...
Lottery machines could be worth a punt for operators
With no licence required, some types of lottery could be just the ticket for licensees
THE humble pub quiz machine was the subject of a...
Cider aims for middle ground
SWEDISH brewer Spendrups has introduced a new Swedish cider into the UK market ahead of the traditional cider-drinking summer months.
Briska, ABV 4.5%, is...
Set the controls for the heart of the sun
Weather continues to have huge bearing on consumer drinking trends, says First Drinks
OPERATORS who underestimate the influence the weather has on consumers’ drinking habits...
Take a fresh look at gin this summer
GIN fans are being encouraged to take a fresh look at the spirit this summer by the firm behind the Beefeater and Plymouth brands.
Chivas...
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Luke Richardson
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