• A kitchen cleaning rota with clearly defined roles for each member of the team is key, chefs say.

No clean break in the kitchen

Regular regime is of paramount importance, say chefs and cleaning firms SERIOUS illness, pest infestations, fire hazards – these are just some of the risks...

The changing face of Scottish whisky

Category evolution continues during landmark year for Scotland A HIGH profile year for Scotland has helped raise the profile of the country’s national drink. And...
• Martin Wishart has recently opened The Honours Glasgow which will have an emphasis on the grill.

Michelin star chef honours Malmaison

Martin Wishart opens new brasserie at boutique hotel chain in Glasgow MARTIN Wishart’s track record and reputation are undeniable. From a humble Youth Training Scheme...
• Mixologists agreed that communicating with customers and helping them navigate the cocktail menu is key to creating a quality festive experience.

Mixologists causing a stir this Christmas

The right festive cocktail can offer something special this season CHRISTMAS party season is here, and Scotland’s bars and pubs can expect to see a...
• Research firm Mintel found that 26% of UK beer drinkers aged 18-34 had purchased what the firm categorised as a non-alcoholic beer in 2013.

Minimum alcohol maximum flavour

Drinks firms upping their game when it comes to low-ABV variants WITH Scottish Government legislation to reduce the drink-drive limit coming into force last Friday...
• Ducks mixologist Alan Walker has mixed up a range of alcohol-free cocktails for the rural venue.

Mocktails proving popular in Aberlady

A NEW range of ‘mocktails’ is said to be a hit with customers at East Lothian bar, restaurant and hotel Ducks. The range currently...
• The traditional haggis dish can be served with a variety of drams and traditional Scottish ales.

Raise a glass to a very special night

Burns Night can be lucrative for operators at a quiet time of year IT’S not just haggis, neeps and tatties which can expect a sales...

Clausthaler sights are set on Scotland

THE firm behind German low-alcohol beer Clausthaler has increased distribution of the brand to the Scottish trade. Clausthaler is now available through Branded Drinks,...
Changed days: Bob Taylor, centre, in the 1980s

SLTN marks five decades in style

Trade helps celebrate golden anniversary of Scotland’s pubs paper SLTN is celebrating five decades of reporting on the Scottish licensed trade. The special 50th anniversary...

Balance is key to Christmas ale sales

Brewers say the right range of quality product can pay off this season WITH the Christmas lights switched on in town centres across Scotland, the...

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Jack Cummins
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Niall Hassard
ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
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Neil Morrison
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