HEINEKEN UK celebrates an exceptional year for premium brand Birra Moretti
The trend towards beer is not isolated to Scotland – the whole UK on-trade beer category is continuing to outperform the drinks market ahead of spirits and wine, and is now worth a staggering £15.6bn.
Restaurateur Victor Contini made a Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy
This national accolade comes the same year as the family-run restaurant celebrates its 20th anniversary, further solidifying its status as a culinary institution in Edinburgh.
Industry warnings help kick beer garden smoking ban into the long grass
Hospitality trade bodies’ fierce opposition to the mooted beer garden smoking ban has reportedly swayed the UK Labour Government’s thinking on the matter, and prompted a retreat.
Modern consumers are looking for genuine sustainability – not ‘greenwashing’
As consumers look for greener ways to enjoy their leisure time, there is increasing pressure on on-trade operators to not only operate in a sustainable way but also to show those sustainable credentials.
Coup for Kelvingrove as The Michelin Guide chooses Glasgow for its big night
Recognising Scotland's thriving restaurant scene, next February will see The Michelin Guide Ceremony for Great Britain & Ireland held at Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
Stravaigin … inspiring people to wander off the beaten track since 1994
Famed for its imaginative worldly food dishes using the best of Scottish produce, the Gibson St venue ‘straddles the spectrum between hipster cool and no-nonsense realness’.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street passes the one millionth visitor milestone
To date, the experience has collected the flavour profiles of over 100,000 guests, something that Diageo described as ‘an invaluable resource for product development’.
Amid craft beer confusion, SIBA campaign highlights independent breweries
Demand for local beer is rising – but consumers struggle to differentiate between genuinely independent pints and craft beer brands owned by global brewing giants.
Many dog owners are willing to spend more if a venue is pet-friendly
The UK canine population is now estimated at 12 million, with a third of UK adults owning a dog, and deciding how to spend their time and money dependent on the needs of those pets.
History and high-end dining on offer at Oban’s Knipoch House Hotel
Under the leadership of Chef Andrew Engledow, 1635 is offering a seven-course, high-end Scottish dining experience, utilising local ingredients and ‘seasonal flavours’ from across the country.
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