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Get your hands dirty for the trade
Hendrick's, the gin brand owned by William Grant & Sons, is encouraging drinks industry workers to get involved in a new charity initiative – by growing cucumbers.
Jim McEwan signs off on new collection
Whisky industry veteran Jim McEwan is celebrating his tenure as Bruichladdich master distiller with the release of a new series of independent bottlings.
Online tourism conference takes place this month
The Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) will host its first virtual national conference on 24th March.
Temporary structure rules extended for hospitality
The Scottish Government has extended measures governing temporary structures in the hospitality sector.
Jameson brings St Patrick’s Day into homes
Irish whiskey brand Jameson is looking to create a unique St Patrick’s Day experience for whiskey fans this year with a series of online events.
Glasgow’s Grand Central to reopen under voco brand
Glasgow's Grand Central hotel is to reopen under the voco brand as IHG Hotels & Resorts debuts the name in Scotland - with a second property set to open in the capital.
Moxy opens second capital hotel
A new Edinburgh hotel built on the site of the former Fountainbridge Brewery is gearing up to open when restrictions allow.
Speyside whisky tourism business nets funding boost
A project to transform an historic baronial mansion in Speyside into a luxury whisky tourism businesses is a step closer to completion after securing £100,000 from Highlands & Islands Enterprise (HIE).
West boxes clever for 15th birthday
Glasgow bar and brewer, West, is set to mark its 15th anniversary with a special takeaway offer that will also raise money for the local food bank.
Changes to trading restrictions key for reopening, says Diageo boss
The Scottish Government should revise its coronavirus levels system and allow Scotland’s pubs, restaurants and hotels to reopen in a safe, sustainable and commercially viable way, Diageo GB managing director Dayalan Nayager has said.
Inverness publicans toast their loyal customers
Two publicans have marked their tenth anniversary at the helm of their Inverness pub by raising a glass to the customers that have helped them weather the pandemic.
Crerar Hotels bolsters team
Crerar Hotels has bolstered its team as it looks ahead to reopening in the coming months.
Hoteliers unite to lobby for UK-wide unlocking
A group of more than 80 Scottish hoteliers has launched an online petition proposing a UK-wide reopening of the tourism and hospitality industries on 17th May.
A taste of the Caribbean in the Scottish winter
Bar operators and staff were treated to a taste of the Caribbean last week when SLTN teamed with the House of Angostura and Distell International to host an online tasting.
Holyrood candidates urged to support ‘industry pledge’
All candidates for the upcoming Scottish Parliament election are being urged to sign a pledge to support Scotland’s hospitality industry.
