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Monthly Archives: April 2025

Star Pubs provides help for operators dealing with ‘mental health crisis’

The interactive certified courses, along with a digital workbook, will help operators spot any of their staff suffering from stress, anxiety, and depression.
Two bearded men and a young woman sit outside a bar in matching branded clothing

Ruma adjusts course as it navigates the world of rum and cocktails

One year into its bold mission to host Scotland’s largest collection of rum, Edinburgh cocktail bar Ruma has revealed plans to broaden its offer.
A man cooks meat and vegetables on an outdoor grill

Barbecues are ‘outdoor food theatre’ that can help change up menus

Pubs and bars take note – the public's appetite for barbecues ‘rocketed’ during 2020 and enthusiasm for al fresco food has not dwindled since.
A group of young women in summer clothes celebrate at the gate of an outdoors bar

Fetch your sunglasses and sandals – Rose Street Garden is reopening

With its floral backdrops, buzzing atmosphere, and creative drinks, it's described as ‘the perfect urban escape for locals and tourists alike’.

Signature Group’s insights into what beers will prove popular this summer

With the summer season incoming, Louise MacLean gave SLTN some thoughts on what the company expects to be the big beer trends this year. 
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Scott and Laura Smith announce that Fhior has reached its finale

Fhior was listed in the Good Food and Michelin Guides for its ethos of showcasing Scottish produce and elevating the flavours that the country has to offer.
Three casually dressed men in a room full of spirits ageing barrels

Johnny Morrison invites you up to VEGA to taste Chairman’s Reserve Spice Lab no.2

Johnny, along with Dylon John of Saint Lucia, and Leonardo Tamayo of the USA, co-created the rum with master blender Deny Duplesis.
A vigorous game of Gaelic rules football

Gaelic games offer an alternative to UK pubs seeking streamed sport

Hospitality audio-visual firm Startle has entered into a new partnership with GAA+, the official streaming service for The Gaelic Athletic Association.
Two smartly-dressed brothers hold an award, with a pink-blossom tree behind them.

Innovative menu means there’s more to The Malletsheugh than curry

In only its second year, the family-run restaurant has already built considerable loyalty amongst Glasgow’s curry fans.
A young woman DJs against a red neon background

Scottish Rum Festival returns to Glasgow’s SWG3 for its 5th anniversary

This showcase of Scotland’s ‘dynamic and fast-growing’ rum scene will once again take place at SWG in the cty’s West End.

Columns

Jack Cummins
LEGAL
Jack Cummins
ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
ASK THE OPERATOR
Neil Morrison
THE GRAPEVINE
Luke Richardson