Monthly Archives: May 2013
It’s good to talk
THE war of words that broke out last week between the Association of Scottish Police Superintendents and the convener of Glasgow licensing board served...
It’s time to drop the snobbery and embrace diversity in wine
By Guy Chatfield
IF someone were to say to you that a business is “wine credible” what does that mean?
I have heard this phrase...
Edinburgh chef in search for apprentice
TOM Kitchin is to take part in a new TV search for the UK’s best young culinary talent.
The Edinburgh chef will join Michel Roux...
Eatery turns back time
Maison Bleue offers lunch menu at 1998 prices
AN Edinburgh restaurateur has turned back time and introduced a lunch menu at 1998 prices to celebrate...
New hotel a Crowne jewel
INTERCONTINENTAL Hotels Group has expanded its Crowne Plaza brand into Edinburgh with the launch of a new hotel.
The 198-bedroom Crowne Plaza Edinburgh –...
Indie uncertainty stifling investment
Question marks over post-referendum tax landscape hampering Scottish hospitality industry, writes hotel boss Maurice Taylor
SCOTLAND’S hospitality sector is being stifled by the degree of...
Monster deal for brewery
LOCH Ness Brewery has appointed Wick-based wholesaler Sutherland Brothers to distribute its portfolio of beers in the Highlands and Islands.
Founded in 2011, the brewery...
Will you stage acquisition?
A PERTHSHIRE restaurant which featured in the Sunday Times’ top 100 value for money restaurants is on the market.
The Apron Stage is located in...
Reach for the Skye
A NEW owner is sought for a five-star bed and breakfast on the Isle of Skye.
The Clach Ghlas, which means ‘grey stone’, is...
Scottish beers are in the mix
BEERS from two Scottish breweries have made the cut in Sainsbury’s Great British Beer Hunt.
Alloa-based Williams Bros Brewing Co took three of the top...