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New guidelines ‘lack credibility’

Latest alcohol consumption warning a step too far, licensees say Operators and trade groups have criticised new alcohol consumption guidelines, claiming they “lack credibility”. New advice...

New lease of life for Islay hotel

The Lochside Hotel on Islay is to be relaunched at the end of February following a root and branch refurbishment. The hotel, which is in...

Rigatoni’s extends its reign in capital

A Family of restaurateurs has extended its reign in Edinburgh with the launch of a second outlet. Stefano and Maria Molfino have opened a new...

SLTA joins pub confederation

THE Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) is part of a new confederation of trade groups from across Britain which aims to lobby for pubs...

David Urquhart remembered

David Urquhart, one of the third generation of the Urquhart family which owns Gordon & MacPhail, will be remembered not just for his outstanding...

Waterside rises from the ashes

East Lothian venue restored after fire forces a seven-week closure It's the stuff of nightmares for any new operator: a fire that forces you to...

Branching out in Balmaha

Family-owned hotel set to expand its brewing business The family behind an award-winning hotel, bar and restaurant in Balmaha is expanding its brewing operations as...

Glasgow group’s grand conquest

Bar Soba boss Brad Stevens on past, present and future expansion By Matthew Lynas GROWTH is the watchword at Bar Soba at the moment, as the...

A sea change at city centre venue

Short-lived 1930s restaurant provides inspiration for Atlantic – the new brasserie from the Di Maggio’s Restaurant Group. Gillian McKenzie reports Gleaming brass, glossy marble counters,...

The 12 gins of Christmas

A Scottish craft distiller has unveiled 12 gins of Christmas – one for each day of the festive season. The new spirits from Eden Mill Distillery...

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