North-east country house hotel becomes Apex’s latest acquisition
Meldrum House Country Hotel and Golf Course in Aberdeenshire has been bought by Edinburgh-based Apex Hotels for an undisclosed sum.
Staff shuffle at Skua as basement hang-out marks its first birthday
In just one year, the ‘tiny’ basement restaurant bar has garnered listings in the Good Food Guide and the Michelin Guide, and built up a talented team.
Cocktail Week concept hopes to boost footfall in ‘the Fair City’
Perth Cocktail Week, taking place from Friday May 31 to Sunday June 9, will see more than 30 restaurants, bars and cafés from across the city taking part.
Newton Mearns’ newest restaurant is already winning awards
Just seven months after its opening, Newton Mearns’ The Malletsheugh has been named as New Restaurant Of The Year at the Scottish Curry Awards.
Whisky distilling to begin 60 degrees north of the equator
Shetland’s first whisky distillery is set to open In Lerwick in 2024, at which time it will become the most northerly whisky distillery in the world.
OVO Hydro announces new ‘pouring partnership’ with Molson Coors
The new four-year agreement will put Pravha, Madrí Excepcional and Aspall Cyder into the OVO Hydro’s taps, and Rekorderlig into its fridges.
Licensees invited to compete for Best Bar None Glasgow awards
Strathclyde University’s Student Union, The Venue, on Richmond Street, will host the registration event on Wednesday, April 24th starting at 9am.
Hollywood heavyweight invests in Edinburgh’s fine dining scene
On Dundas St, directly underneath The Table, the 50-cover bistro offers a fixed price lunch menu and an A La Carte dinner menu, including a 'relaxed' Sunday lunch.
Glasgow newest Chinese restaurant Zhima is open for business
The new restaurant will be the ninth opening for Hunky Dory Group, owners of popular city centre spots Chaakoo Bombay Cafe, Panang, and Topolabamba.
Scotts heads into spring with new menus for Largs and Troon
Ahead of the 152nd Golf Open, the chefs have been working with Buzzworks’ head of food, Scott van der Hoek, to showcase the best of Scotland
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