Monthly Archives: January 2016
Tax inequality is hurting the trade
If pubs are to survive, governments must acknowledge their value and address imbalances in tax rates, writes Wetherspoon boss Tim Martin
There are three main...
New lease of life for Islay hotel
The Lochside Hotel on Islay is to be relaunched at the end of February following a root and branch refurbishment.
The hotel, which is in...
Burgers boss the market
BURGER joints were the big winners of 2015, according to online booking firm Bookatable, with outlets offering the American staple said to have experienced...
Whisky range ready for launch
Independent whisky distillery Tomatin is preparing to launch its rebranded single malt range.
The range, which includes the Tomatin Legacy, 12 year, Cask Strength, 14...
Time to crack down on lettings service
The Scottish and UK governments have been urged to clamp down on Airbnb, the online service which allows people to rent out privately-owned rooms...
Fall for wine cocktails
Wining and dining is a major part of both Valentine’s and Mothers’ Day for many, which is good news for the on-trade.
And it seems...
Lodge a bid for luxury property
‘Highly profitable’ letting business on the market
OPERATORS on the look out for a self-catering accommodation business might be interested in a luxury lodge in...
A Peculier new look
Brewer T&R Theakston has revealed a new bottle design for its Old Peculier real ale.
It marks the first time in over a decade that...
Young drinkers take gin higher
Young people are driving gin to new heights, according to researchers.
Although more than half (56%) of white spirit and RTD drinkers are said to...
Craft beer is well connected
Music influences festival brew from Glasgow producer
A Glasgow brewery has created what it claims is the first beer to be “infused” with Celtic music.
Drygate...
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