There’s no time like the present

PLHs due to renew their licence must act now on refresher training, lawyers and training firms say
Ash Denham

Don’t leave licence renewals too late

PLHs affected by the ten-year renewal deadline should undertake refresher training as soon as possible, writes Scottish Government minister Ash Denham

Making a list and checking it twice

The right drinks range is pivotal to sales success this Christmas, drinks firms say

Behind bars: Christmas

Order changes and the importance of self-care are just some of the topics SLTN discussed with two top bartenders
Christmas table

Plating up the right impression

Tip-top tableware can enhance an outlet’s offer this festive season
Brakes lentil wellington

Goodwill to all diners

Food wholesaler Brakes is aiming to help operators offer a point of difference this winter as it announced details of its 2018 Christmas range
Man pouring in glasses

A touch of glass this Christmas

Glassware supplier Artis has introduced festive gold banded rims on some of its best-selling cocktail collections
Plates

Tabling new trends

Catering equipment supplier Parsley in Time launched a new tableware range earlier this month
Christmas dinner

Festive food for thought?

Licensees advised to be extra-prepared ahead of winter rush
Men drinking pints

Veteran brewer has zest and zeal

Stewart Brewing’s Jo Stewart talks festive ales and plans for New Year expansion

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