Monthly Archives: May 2025
Applications open for new Scottish chef scholarship at London’s The Ritz
The Scotland Food & Drink and HIT Scotland Legacy Scholarship Award was created to mark the Michelin Guide Ceremony's Scottish debut.
Agave spirits are becoming a staple of Scotland’s adventurous back-bars
According to CGA figures, sales of tequila in the Scottish on-trade increased to over £23 million by the middle of last year.
Ups and downs of venue ownership in focus at the Edinburgh Bar Show
The event was organised by Panda & Sons owner Iain McPherson and Edinburgh Cocktail Week founders Jamie Faulds and Gary Anderson.Â
Mixed Easter trading as National Insurance changes take effect
Operators were hoping for a good Bank Holiday weekend, as they braced themselves for hikes in employer NI contributions and the minimum wage.
Peterhead nightclub Bar 57 wins appeal against licence restrictionsÂ
Owners Carl and Robin Hansen warned that the restricted hours could force closure, as 60% of turnover came from the post 1am trading period.
Kris makes slinging drinks – and flinging bricks – a matter of Pride
"This cocktail is inspired by the spirit of queer resistance in the 60s – as queer rights are rolled back worldwide, it is important to remember how Pride began."
Mairi commemorates the pill that empowered the sexual revolution
"In 1961 the birth control pill became available on the NHS – a revolution in woman’s healthcare that led to higher educational levels, better financial stability and higher life expectancies."
Rossco rains down an ungodly firestorm on the follies of Vietnam
"Tom Bulleit of Bulleit Bourbon was a veteran of Vietnam, so that was the connection to the spirit of choice, but also for the name of the drink."
Lauren’s lavender-infused love letter to a transgender 60s hero
"Marsha P Johnson was a prominent figures in the gay rights movement of the 60s and 70s. A black transgender woman who made such an impact in her short life. She was a hero."
Jonny’s Mezcal and Aperol cocktail proclaims ‘never trust a hippie’
"This drink is bold, layered with flavours, and a bit quirky – just like Frank Zappa’s sound on Absolutely Free by The Mothers of Invention."
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