Restaurant Andrew Fairlie appoints James Ashton as its new manager

Ashton has worked in managerial positions for a range of fine dining and Michelin-starred restaurants across America and Europe

Kildrummy Inn secures a shortlist hat-trick in Aberdeen awards

The family-run inn is a finalist for Best Hotel Experience, Best Eating Experience, and the Climate Action category.

Village Hotels threatened with worker strike over pay dispute

Trade union Unite is backing what could become the first strike action by workers at a major UK hotel chain in 40 years.

The Dipping Lugger is the AA Restaurant with Rooms Scotland 2025

This accolade joins a long list of honours for Ross-shire's Lugger, including SLTN’s Restaurant of the Year (Fine Dining) Award.

Barry Fish rushes onto the Good Food Guide’s ‘Best Local’ list

Since launching in February, the independent restaurant has established itself as one of Leith's most popular dining spots

‘The West End Garden’ opens in the grounds of St Mary’s Cathedral

The new space with stone-baked pizzeria and licensed bar, has been created by the same team as coffee shop Don't Tell Mama.

Building work starts on a new Isle of Skye whisky distillery

Isle of Skye Distillers' expansion will enable production of a new whisky, to be named Eilean a’ Cheò – The Spirit of Skye.

Prestonfield House joins elite collection of family-owned hotels

Established in France in 1954, the Relais & Châteaux association unites a collection of 580 independent hotels.

Madrí Excepcional launches summer ad campaign

It is now established as the second-largest world lager brand in total trade by value, but Molson Coors is not resting on those laurels.

Star Pubs to roll out ‘Pub Perks’ cards after successful trials

Users receive points on all products they buy. Once they have 1000 points, they can claim £1 off their next purchase.

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