Bartenders battle it out in Edinburgh

Bartenders from across the UK converged on Edinburgh this week to compete in the final of a cocktail competition for single malt Glenfarclas.

Vaccine passports: When is a nightclub not a nightclub?

Ministers' attitudes towards late-night venues betrays a lack of understanding, writes Stephen McGowan.

Restaurateurs March into SWG3

The team behind Glasgow restaurant Five March has taken up residence in city venue SWG3 with the opening of a new restaurant concept.

Dean Banks looks to crowdfund new Haar location

Chef Dean Banks has launched a crowdfunding campaign as he looks to reopen his Haar Restaurant in new premises.

Nightclubs: singled out or just the beginning?

The Scottish Government's passport plans are fraught with issues and require clarification, writes Jack Cummins.
Phil Donaldson and AJ McMenemy

Abandon Ship anchors in Glasgow

Macmerry 300 is set to open its new Abandon Ship Bar in Glasgow on 17th September.

Hotels encouraged to join holiday scheme

Hoteliers are being encouraged to sign up to a Scottish Government-funded holiday voucher scheme offering subsidised two-night breaks for low-income families, unpaid carers and disadvantaged young people.

Worker protection law comes into force

New legislation designed to offer greater protection for retail and bar staff  from customer abuse came into force last week.

Staffing and supply chain issues continue

Staff shortages and supply chain issues are continuing to affect hospitality businesses across Scotland as the sector attempts to rebuild in the wake of COVID-19 restrictions.
A bar

Ayrshire group is on course for destination

WITH it’s calming blue tones, driftwood-style panelling, ‘beach hut’ booth and nautical artefacts, the new Coast bar and restaurant at The Gailes Hotel features more than a few nods to its location on the Ayrshire coast.

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Niall Hassard
ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
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Neil Morrison
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