‘Through the roof’ costs erode profitability at The Boar’s Head

Multiple SLTN Award-winner shines a stark light on the challenges faced by Scottish hospitality businesses going into 2026

William Grant’s Greenwood takes Scotch Whisky Association chair

Greenwood will lead the SWA’s Council of 16 member company representatives, shaping the direction of the industry as a whole

Maclean Brothers go up Ben Lomond for a gig and an Innis & Gunn

The Macleans lugged their accordion, bagpipes and guitar up to the summit to promote the Celtic Connections festival

Crofter’s Kitchen gets planning permission for permanent premises

Founded by Grant and Heather Mercer, Crofter’s Kitchen has built a reputation as a must-visit food stop on the North Coast 500 tourist rout

Chance cider takes on Gareth Bath as ‘co-pilot and strategic director’

Produced by Aston Manor, the zero-alcohol cider is pouring across the Prezzo restaurant chain, and is stocked in 700+ bars nationwide

Belhaven calls for ScotGov Budget intervention on business rates

Pubs and breweries will suffer steep cost rises unless there is positive action on business rates in tomorrow’s Scottish Budget

Sodexo Live! aims to elevate feeding time at Edinburgh Zoo

Following competitive tendering, Sodexo’s Heritage Portfolio brand has won the contract to lead the zoo’s F&B operations

Voco Grand Central named as Scotland’s top conference hotel

The hotel was recognised at the Annual World Travel Awards for ‘excellence in conference facilities, service, and guest experience’

‘Crisps and drams’ tastings can help demystify whisky flavours

Bruichladdich ambassador Abi Clephane has hit upon an unusual – but effective – method of making whisky sampling less intimidating

Contini Restaurant Group signs up to the QMS Scotch Beef Club

The Cannonball Restaurant, Scottish Cafe & Restaurant, and Contini George Street will highlight Scotch Beef across their menus

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