Monthly Archives: November 2012
Whisky body’s tour de Scotland
STAFF from the Scotch Whisky Association pulled off an impressive feat earlier this month when they raised more than £7000 for charity by cycling...
Arran story is compelling
AS I sit at my computer, stroking my (Movember only) moustache and contemplating the latest developments in the trade, I find myself becoming more...
Ryan’s sees the light in capital
RYAN’S Bar brought festive cheer to the west end of Edinburgh when it flicked the switch on its Christmas lights display.
The event doubled as...
Arran seals Rosebank deal
THE rapid rise of Arran Brewery plc will continue this week when it completes a deal to acquire the Rosebank Distillery in Falkirk from...
Signs of life in property sector
But ministers’ plans to bring empty buildings back to life could backfire
IN a leisure sector which has not had its troubles to seek over...
Trade asked for festive vigilance
STRATHCLYDE Police is calling on operators and door stewards to be extra vigilant for vulnerable revellers leaving their premises this festive season.
Speaking to SLTN last week, chief superintendent George Nedley urged staff working in bars and clubs to “consider their social responsibilities as well as those under the licensing Act”.
Scots plans on track at luxury hotel group
Malmaison and Hotel du Vin unaffected by MWB Group problems
STRONG sales and profits have been recorded across the Malmaison and Hotel du Vin groups...
Revamp puts ski bar in pole position
The newly-launched Bar Varia at Xscape, Braehead, is designed to attract more than just winter sports enthusiasts
WHEN outdoors entrepreneur Jamie Smith bought Snow Zone,...
Revamped site is a winter winner
BBFB relaunches Pourfection with mobile access
BACARDI Brown-Forman Brands (BBFB) has relaunched its trade website, Pourfection, in time for winter, with a new design that...
Brewer goes against grain in Speyside
Entrepreneur wants to put area on the map for more than just malt
A NEW craft brewery has been launched in Speyside – the heart...