‘Consistently nailing the basics’ is a must for hospitality businesses in 2025

The two ‘biggest bugbears’ identified by hospitality customers were long waits for food and drink and hot food being served cold. 
a painting of Robert Burns

What whisky did Robert Burns’ drink? And what dram would he call for today?

Two whiskies in particular were mentioned in Burns’ poems: Ferintosh, a Highland distillery; and Kilbagie, a lowland producer in Clackmannanshire.

Innis & Gunn challenges pubgoers to ‘run for your pint’ this weekend

Organisers promise that this ‘Innis & Runn’ will follow an ‘easy’ 5km route around Edinburgh – while mapping out a pint shape on the Strava running app.

Chef-owner, author and TV personality Julie Lin is set for another busy year

"We’re not in the business to rip people off. We’re in the business to make sure that customers can come in and have a nice time – and come in quite frequently"

OnlyDrams – Who is Peat and why is he so important to the creation...

To lay to rest some misconceptions over peat, we have to understand the distillation process of whisky in its entirety – so buckle up, it’s science time!

Crerar Hotel’s names its first ‘ambassadogs’ after nationwide search

Newly appointed as the furry faces of the group's dog-friendly offering are spaniels Bailey and Loki, who topped hundreds of entries for the job.

New MD to drive Highland Coast Hotels into the NC500’s tenth anniversary

Throughout his career, Kenny McMillan has put an emphasis on ‘building high-performing teams, which deliver exceptional guest experiences’.

Loony dookers enjoy New Year’s Day tradition at Karma Lake of Menteith 

Added to the Karma Group portfolio three years ago, Karma Lake of Menteith is the international company’s only Scottish location.

Crossbasket Castle announces March unveiling of its £20million expansion

The Blantyre venue promises ‘one of Scotland’s most exciting five-star hospitality experiences’, including a new restaurant by Chef Michel Roux.

Masterchef winner Dan Merriman to join Chef Dean Banks for collaboration 

On 20th, 21st, and 22nd February 2025 Dean will welcome Dan to The Pompadour, and together they promise to deliver 'an unforgettable dining experience'.

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