This summer is an ‘enormous opportunity’ for beer and cider sales
Brewers and cider makers are optimistic that even in an underperforming economy there's scope for sales growth
Award-winning Perthshire restaurant has been a labour of love
Tom and Matilda Tsappis could easily have got in over their heads when they bought Killiecrankie House in 2020
SLTN Award-winner Olivia Wong has hospitality in her blood
“I’ve made so many pals in hospitality and customer relationships. It makes you feel that there’s good in the world"
Seaton House in St Andrews is in good shape a year after launch
Michael Davern, GM of Seaton House hotel, is optimistic about the upcoming summer season as the venue marks its first anniversary
Let’s be quietly confident for Scotland’s licensed trade
What’s emerging across the sector is not a story of dramatic reinvention, but something far more powerful: a quiet reset
Preparing Scottish hospitality for the Employment Rights Act 2025
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is the most significant overhaul of workers’ rights in a generation - it is time to ensure you are fully compliant
Scotland’s interest in imported whiskies continues to grow
There's ‘increasing interest’ in whiskies from Ireland, Japan and India, with younger consumers in particular seeking out different flavour profiles
SLTN Award-winning SimpsInns family won’t rest on its laurels
"I don’t think there’s been a year we’ve not had a project on, whether it be refurbishing or growing. But you have to commit and reinvest"
Mharsanta and Tennent’s Direct showcase best of Scotland’s larder
“We’ve had a long relationship with Tennent’s here and in the other venues. All the wines come from Tennent’s"
Scoop Group’s success comes from putting heart ahead of profit
Jonathan MacDonald confesses – when considering a new venture, the question is not ‘will it be profitable?’ but ‘will it be fun?’
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