Monthly Archives: October 2011
Time for proper appeals to return?
THE remarkable battle between Ayrshire operator Buzzworks and pub giant JD Wetherspoon has spawned a decision that could spell real uncertainty for licensed trade...
Make it a melon mulled wine
MIDORI is arguably most commonly enjoyed with lemonade, but the people behind the melon liqueur are promoting new ways to enjoy the brand this...
Land a country house hotel
NEW owners are currently being sought for a Perthshire country house hotel.
Overlooking the Vale of Strathmore to the Sidlaw Hills, the Lands of Loyal...
Carling ready to show its mettle
MOLSON Coors is continuing the rejuvenation of the Carling brand with the on-trade launch of premium beer Carling Chrome.
The brewer, which is spending a...
Signs of stability in hotel market
AN element of stability has returned to the hotel property market, but access to funding remains a stumbling block for many buyers.
That’s the conclusion...
Dreaming of a spiced Christmas
HALEWOOD International is expanding its Crabbie’s range of ginger-flavoured drinks this Christmas with the introduction of Crabbie’s Mulled Ginger Wine.
Positioned as an alternative to...
Warm up with a hot toddy – Japanese style
JAPANESE whisky firm Suntory reckons operators can bring their customers some winter warmth with its Hakushu Ritto (hot toddy) cocktail.
The drink consists of:...
Who wants to buy a Borders bar?
A BORDERS bar that’s said to count Who Wants To Be A Millionaire host Christ Tarrant among its customers is up for sale.
Said to...
Cobra sets sights on beer top ten
COBRA beer has introduced a new packaging design as it aims to become a top-ten beer brand in the UK.
The new-look design, which features...
Slice of Brazilian life for Glasgow
AUTHENTICITY is the name of the game at Glasgow’s newest Brazilian restaurant.
Viva Brazil, on the city’s Bothwell Street, is modelled on a traditional Brazilian...