Smith takes the high road to trade
Local influences at centre of new-look Ayr venue
By Jack Walsh
IT’s fair to say no two routes to the trade are alike. Yet Jay Smith,...
Taking on the world one rum at a time
Gleneagles bartender heads to Berlin for Bacardi Legacy global final
WINNING isn’t everything but it will send you on a trip to Berlin if you’re...
New look for Aberdeen pub
AN Aberdeen pub has been relaunched following a refurbishment ahead of its eighth anniversary.
Located on Union Street, McGinty’s Meal An’ Ale has been given...
Old hand turns to new distillery
WHISKY industry veteran Willie Phillips has taken on a new role as chairman of The Ardgowan Distillery Company.
Phillips, whose drinks trade experience includes 18...
Group to launch city aparthotel
The DRG eyes further expansion as it posts record results
The group behind the Di Maggio’s and Café Andaluz restaurants has unveiled plans for an...
Vodka: view from behind the bar
The Spiritualist, Glasgow
Fraser Cruickshank, junior manager
Q: How’s vodka currently selling?
A: Vodka sales are fairly steady just now, mostly just served with a mixer.
Q: How...
Learn more about Saltire Fellowship
TRADE entrepreneurs interested in applying for the Diageo Learning for Life Saltire Fellowship are being invited to attend a special information session in Glasgow...
Hop along for food and drink in Aviemore
Artisan-focused festival heading to Macdonald Resort this month
FOOD and drink festival North Hop is rolling into Aviemore for the first time this month, inviting...
Trade backs benevolent society
Annual dinner raises £100,000 for charity
GUESTS from across the Scottish trade dug deep last week to raise £100,000 for charity at the 42nd annual...
Lecturer leads the way for Scotland
MasterChef champ Gary Maclean spies big opportunities
By Matthew Lynas
WHEN City of Glasgow College chef lecturer Gary Maclean returned to the classroom after Christmas, it...
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