Greene King invests in cask beer with launch of 4.5 gallon pins
With the lingering effects of the pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis leading consumers to drink out less frequently, GK believes that the introduction of pins containing 36 pints per unit – half the size of the industry standard 9 gallon container – will help reinvigorate trade.
Bacardi announces £15m expansion plan for Aultmore Distillery
Aultmore is currently celebrating the 125th anniversary of going into production back in 1897, when it was founded by Morayshire businessman and philanthropist, Alexander Edward.
Duck & Waffle lands in Edinburgh on February 1st
Located within the St James Quarter, the restaurant promises to merge ‘dynamic interiors, unrivalled hospitality, a buzzy atmosphere, and mouth-watering signature fare’ to create an unforgettable ‘gastro diner’ experience.
New general manager for Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa
Crerar Hotels has appointed experienced hotelier Niall O'Shaughnessy as the new general manager of the recently refurbished Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa.
Mexico comes to Glasgow for first ever tequila festival
The inaugural Copita Mezcal and Tequila Festival takes place at The Briggait on 29th April, with organisers pledging the event will be ‘a far cry from tequila slammers in a dive bar of a Friday evening’.
Recruitment drive at Highland Coast Hotels
Amidst investment and refurbishment of its stable of historic and scenic properties, Highland Coast Hotels is now recruiting for over 50 new hospitality positions for the 2023 season
Diners rank Restaurant Andrew Fairlie as best in the UK
The two-Michelin starred restaurant claimed the number one spot in Harden's Top 100 Best UK Restaurants, which praised its luxurious ingredients prepared with 'impeccable skill and creativity', and attentive staff who are 'knowledgeable in all respects'.
Edinburgh’s Kay’s Bar scoops CAMRA beer quality prize
This coming Thursday, January 19, a presentation will be made to the manager of Kay’s, Simon Fisher, by the CAMRA branch chair, Pat Hanson, in the pub itself.
Siberia Bar bosses want to bring the buzz back to Belmont St
As part of the company's 2023 expansion plans, it has purchased a vacant four-storey unit next door to its current premises at 13 Belmont Street, with the stated aim of bringing more vibrancy to the Belmont Street quarter and the wider city centre.
Business rates ‘disadvantage’ north of the Border
Scottish businesses are in ‘jeopardy’, having not benefitted from any business rates relief since June last year, while English businesses have been supported by relief since the pandemic and will continue to be supported by up to 75% relief on business rates.





























