Staff and costs hold back sector
The much hoped for recovery still seems a long way away, writes Leon Thompson of UK Hospitality Scotland.
Immigration’s role in recruitment drive
Recent reports have highlighted the recruitment difficulties being faced by the hospitality sector in Scotland, writes immigration lawyer Ashley Fleming.
MUP review is now underway
The Scottish Government has begun its review of the Minimum Unit Price (MUP) legislation with a series of ‘roundtable’ events and an online survey.
Argyll ‘hidden gem’ is shining bright
A hotel on Argyll’s ‘secret coast’ is set for further investment as the team at the helm eyes four-star status.
Banks’ newest venture opens for business
Chef Dean Banks has announced that his latest venture, Edinburgh wine bar and restaurant Dulse, is now fully open for business.
TV triumph for Glasgow’s Red Onion
Father and daughter restaurateurs John and Rosie Quigley walked away with a £1000 cash prize when Channel 4 cooking show Come Dine With Me: The Professionals visited Glasgow.
Ubiquitous Chip sold to Greene King
The family behind Glasgow venues The Ubiquitous Chip, Stravaigin and Hanoi Bike Shop have sold the businesses to pub company and brewer Greene King for an undisclosed sum.
Sean takes the top prize from Flor de Caña
Edinburgh bartender Sean Cavanagh has triumphed in the UK leg of a cocktail competition for rum brand Flor de Caña.
Brands line up for Edinburgh Cocktail Week
The Glenlivet, Jack Daniel’s, Grey Goose and House of Boë are among the drinks brands that will be featured at this year’s Edinburgh Cocktail Week in October.
The Cairn comes to life as first spirit flows
The Cairn, the new Speyside distillery owned by Gordon & MacPhail, has officially begun production of its new make spirit.
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