A man and a woman in slogan hoodies stand on a golf course bridge

Buck’s Bar’s sixth Scottish site to tee off in St. Andrews following private deal

Acting for Phil and Annie Wishart of Ziggy's, Cornerstone Business Agents said it was ‘delighted' to have sealed the deal with Buck’s Bar.

Lomond Leisure Group opens Gael & Grain in Glasgow’s Kelvingrove

Following a full makeover and rebrand, in collaboration with Star Pubs, the former McPhabbs has opened as a 'contemporary Scottish pub and dining experience'

Flame on as Yakitori Shack opens up a permanent spot in Finnieston

The kitchen uses high-temperature binchotan charcoal imported from Japan, that some consider the best in the world for the way it smokes and sears.

Scottish Parliament barista recognised as an Unsung Hero of the industry

Kirsty Rafferty works for Sodexo UK & Ireland, which has been providing catering and hospitality services at the Scottish Parliament since 1999.
2024 Flavour in Motion winner Elyse Von Ruinn flanked by runners-up Mike Bower and Ashley Haines

Franklin & Sons ‘Flavour in Motion’ competition offers winning bartender £2500

Competitors are invited to recreate the very first cocktail they learned to make – but use the professional techniques and skills they have since developed.

Dalgleish evolves Amuse to offer a ‘more relaxed and flexible’ experience

The Aberdeen restaurant has unveiled its new bar area, where guests can enjoy 'the quality and atmosphere' of Amuse in a more informal way.

Buzzworks’ new Herringbone restaurant bar opens for business in Barnton

The Barnton Herringbone joins existing Edinburgh city venues in Goldenacre and Abbeyhill, and the original Herringbone in North Berwick.
First Minister John Swinney with Heineken UK’s managing director, Boudewijn Haarsma

First Minister opens new Heineken UK headquarters in Edinburgh city centre

The relocation, coming after 25 years of its former HQ in the South Gyle area, was described as reaffirming the company’s commitment to Scotland and Edinburgh.
Pride in London gathering in Trafalgar Square

Brooklyn Brewery’s Stonewall Inn IPA is the Official Beer of Pride in London

The three-year partnership will see the brand displayed across Pride events, and give it pouring rights making a range of Brooklyn beers available to attendees.  

Mairi captures SLTN’s Spirit of the Sixties with a ‘Lil’ Pink Pill’ cocktail

Sebb's bartender wins SLTN’s Spirit of the Sixties: Revolution! cocktail competition, besting a diverse field of competitors from Glasgow, Dundee, Fife and Moray.

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