20 years of revelry at Bamboo

Glasgow nightclub Bamboo passed a major milestone at the weekend when it celebrated 20 years in business.

Coronavirus: Co-op creates jobs for out of work hospitality staff

The Co-op plans to create 5,000 temporary roles in a bid to support hospitality workers who have lost their jobs as a result of the coronavirus crisis
Brian Calder

C&C acquires 50% stake in Wallaces Express

C&C Group has acquired a 50% equity stake in Irvine-based wholesaler Wallaces Express. The Magners and Tennent’s owner said the move would give on-trade customers...
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Stack & Still to open at Braehead

Stack & Still, the Scottish pancake restaurant group, will open its fourth outlet next week (14th December) with the launch of a new venue at Braehead shopping centre

Young Scots-Asian restaurateur Jun Au wins national Acorn accolade

Jun was chosen as a winner for the hard work and dedication he has shown in creating his 24-cover Asian eatery, Pomelo, inspired by his Chinese Scottish roots.
Ian Duddy

Foreign Office veteran joins Scotch Whisky Association export team

'Ian’s expertise in diplomacy, foreign affairs and trade policy will be invaluable as the Scotch Whisky sector navigates a volatile global environment"
An old warehouse converted into a music and arts venue, seen from above

SWG3 celebrates 20 years of creativity, collaboration, and cultural evolution

In partnership with The Clydeside Distillery, a unique, limited-edition whisky is being released to celebrate SWG3's long involvement with artist Jim Lambie.

Broadway style sing-along piano & cocktail bar opens in Edinburgh

Downstairs at Betty’s arrives in the capital’s Charlotte Lane having been transplanted by founder Matt Colagiuri from its original home in Lisbon, Portugal.
Coleburn Distillery

Work begins on new Speyside bistro at Coleburn Distillery site 

"The Kitchery is just the start and breaking ground feels like a very special moment"

Free pub promotion on social media can boost the bottom line

According to Lennoxtown-based business accountant Julie Campbell, using free social media to promote a hospitality offering can be surprisingly impactful on the bottom line, while funding for local advertising and marketing is often available via Business Gateway.

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