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Edinburgh brewery and restaurant unite to open a true gastropub

The teams behind Newbarns brewery and restaurant The Palmerston are reviving Leith’s The Cooper’s Rest pub on Easter Road

Six by Nico seeks ‘community crowdfunding’ capital

Simeone said that this community-focussed chapter for the company included plans to open new venues domestically and internationally.

Master Chefs GB chair McIvor receives OBE for ‘tireless commitment’

Under McIvor’s leadership, the MCGB has expanded its outreach to the next generation of culinary professionals.

Future hospitality talent take their first steps at induction day

Sixteen new Modern Apprentices gathered to begin their journey in the Hospitality Apprenticeship Scotland programme

Royal Yacht Britannia sails to triple triumph on Tripadvisor

Britannia and the floating hotel Fingal offer a ‘rare overlap between heritage, maritime legacy and cutting-edge tourism excellence’

Top Glasgow bars coming together for Glasgow Cocktail Week 2025

Venues will serve three exclusive signature cocktails as part of Glasgow Cocktail Week, with ticket holders getting £2 off every drink.

New Stockbridge venue opens in time for the Edinburgh Festival 

The Captain Darling is intended as a community social hub, and a ‘more relaxed dining experience’ for festival goers.

BrewDog closes 10 unviable bars – including its Aberdeen flagship

BrewDog has announced that it is closing 10 of its bars across the UK, saying that it has ‘simply not been possible’ to make...

Bold new bar Crybaby from the Tiny Cup Collective opens this week

"Crybaby isn’t about refinement or accolades – It’s about fun, accessibility and the carefree enjoyment we crave from holidays"

A new champion for the performing arts opens on Bristo Square

The Gilded Saloon bar & kitchen will open its doors in time for the Edinburgh Fringe, with a 200-capacity club and venue in its basement.

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