Accommodation group eyes expansion into Edinburgh

NUMA Group is expanding its Native Places luxury accommodation brand in Scotland with the opening of two new properties in Edinburgh.
Winners at the 2024 Edinburgh Bar Awards celebrating.

Edinburgh Bar Awards unveils shortlist ahead of the big night

The finalists for this year's Edinburgh Bar Awards have been revealed ahead of the event, on 22nd September at Leith's Biscuit Factory.
The inside of Glasgow wine bar Cuvee.

Cuvée in Glasgow’s west end: class that’s served by the glass

“Cuvée’s carefully curated menu of small plates provides a fitting complement to these elegant wines for wine enthusiasts looking for something special.”

HIT Scotland sends up-and-coming chefs on Colorado training trip

This year’s scholars are Kaitlyn McGibbon, of Hazel restaurant at Glasgow's AC Marriott; and Ben Smith, chef de partie at Cameron House

Award-winning Alness business caters to locals and visitors alike

The Station Hotel's commitment to community was recognised when it was named SLTN Community Pub of the Year in both 2023 and 2024. 

Highland Park’s Marc Watson aims for consistency and creativity

“I love learning, and I’ve been very fortunate in that the mentors I’ve had have wanted to teach me and been patient enough to teach me."

New ‘Shuffle’ rewards app set to launch in Edinburgh and Glasgow

The monthly subscription-based service promises its users ‘exclusive, surprise rewards at top restaurants, bars and cafés’

Coleburn revival advances with appointment of Cruickshank

Coleburn Distillery was originally opened in 1899 and mothballed in 1985 by owner DCL, which went on to be incorporated into Diageo. 

Brew beginning for Fife couple launching community-led taproom

Unlike a traditional pub, Howe Beer Project brews its own beer on site in small batches, then serves it fresh in the adjacent taproom.

Scotch Whisky Association demands multi-year spirits duty freeze

SWA chief executive Mark Kent: “Pubs and restaurants cannot survive on beer alone – all rely on spirits for profits."

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