Monthly Archives: April 2025
Alexander Wines brings the sunshine to its Glasgow trade tasting
A combination of producer-hosted tables and free-pour areas allowed the healthy turnout of hospitality operators to take their time over their wine sampling.
Holyrood Distillery rounds off whisky Founding Series with PitchÂ
The release is said to explore the ‘untapped potential’ of yeast in whisky-making, by ‘pitching’ two yeasts that are typically used when making red wine.
Necropolis Spirits launches ‘inclusive’ Merchants’ Select whisky
Launched in 2020, Necropolis Spirits was envisaged as a drinks brand with a distinct Glaswegian identity that could ‘resonate with modern consumers.
Craft brewer Cold Town Beer partners with Neighbourgood market
Neighbourgood, which this year runs from May 7 to July 27, is the brainchild of entrepreneurs Preston Mommsen and Edward Wilson.
Forth Valley’s Nahui Keiss is Scottish Student Chef of the Year
Nahui, her assistant Anastasiia Severina and their lecturer have won an all-expenses paid educational food trip to Italy. Â
Sky Sports teeing up for Golf Majors coverage
The team from Sky Sports were on hand at wholesale depots in Glasgow and Edinburgh last week to promote the broadcaster’s coverage of the upcoming Golf Majors tournaments.
New hires as Crieff Hydro invests £5 million in dining revamp
Przemek Kaminski has arrived as Crieff Hydro's new general manager and Ryan Whitcut as its new executive chef.
Edinburgh’s floating hotel crew secure HIT Scotland scholarships
Permanently berthed in Edinburgh’s Port of Leith, Fingal is Scotland's only five-star luxury floating hotel.
Pantry opens its doors in Bruntsfield with 50 free breakfasts
Pantry’s reputation rests upon its commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Ayrshire’s Buzzworks wins top UK-wide award for best managed pub company
MD Kenny Blair said: “Being crowned winners against such stiff competition from across the UK is a monumental moment for us."
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