Applications open for new Scottish chef scholarship at London’s The Ritz
The Scotland Food & Drink and HIT Scotland Legacy Scholarship Award was created to mark the Michelin Guide Ceremony's Scottish debut.
Ups and downs of venue ownership in focus at the Edinburgh Bar Show
The event was organised by Panda & Sons owner Iain McPherson and Edinburgh Cocktail Week founders Jamie Faulds and Gary Anderson.Â
Mixed Easter trading as National Insurance changes take effect
Operators were hoping for a good Bank Holiday weekend, as they braced themselves for hikes in employer NI contributions and the minimum wage.
Peterhead nightclub Bar 57 wins appeal against licence restrictionsÂ
Owners Carl and Robin Hansen warned that the restricted hours could force closure, as 60% of turnover came from the post 1am trading period.
Glenturret chef Mark Donald made an honorary vice president of MCGB
Donald is acclaimed for his ‘uncompromising commitment to excellence’, celebration of local produce, and ‘boundary-pushing’ approach.
Family-owned Stirling Distillery scores at international whisky awards
Distillery founder Cameron McCann said: “We are immensely proud to have been recognised as Scotland’s Best New Make Spirit."
Pip Pedley and Phil Carr take ownership of The Kilchrenan Inn
Under their care, the Taynuilt pub and restaurant with rooms has become a place for ‘outstanding food, relaxed atmosphere, and Highland charm’.
‘Powerful’ new line-up joins the board of the Scottish Tourism Alliance
The ‘overarching industry leadership body and voice for Scotland’s tourism and hospitality industry’ has revealed the eight business leaders joining it as directors.
Sun shines on the Shore – and Leith restaurants cooperate on promotion
The neighbourhood is home to three Michelin stars, a new Michelin Bib Gourmand and a two AA Rosette restaurant onboard a floating hotel.
Cocktail Week comes to Dunfermline with 24 local businesses onboard
The event follows the success of wristband-access Cocktail Week initiatives in St Andrews, Inverness, Dundee, Stirling and Perth.
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