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One of a Kin Sam is in capital spirits

SLTN Award winner has seen big changes in city, finds Jonathan Watt
Duck Bay

Family firm eyes further expansion

Independent multiple operator Cawley Hotels & Restaurants is set to launch a new group training facility and production kitchen at its former retail outlet in Gartocharn.

Wine of the times

SLTN has linked up with ViVAS, the drinks company delivered by wholesaler 3663 and sourced by Bibendum Wine, to get the lowdown on the big sales trends in wine, how the trade can make more from wine, and how knowledgeable consumers and operators are about the product. Offering their insight for the first SLTN Wine Forum are representatives from ViVAS, two of its customers in Scotland and the education body the Wine & Spirit Education Trust.
Mercat Bar

Operator Mussels in on community pub

Refurbishment breathes new life into premises, as Dave Hunter reports EAST coast operator Graham Blaikie is no stranger to taking on an established venue and...
Macgochans eating area pic

Mull business back stronger than ever

New life has been breathed into Macgochans in Tobermory after it was gutted by fire last May

Chef’s special : James Murphy

James Murphy, Executive chef, Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow James Murphy’s career turned full circle when he took up the role of executive chef at the...

Fortified wines are finding favour again

IN my job I am constantly on the look out for the ‘next big thing’ – whether it’s a new serve, ingredients or a...
Bruce MacGregor plays with local musicians in Inverness pub

Highland operator hitting the right notes

Musician Bruce MacGregor’s award-winning bar attuned to all things Scots

Italian style in west Scotland

It’s been a busy year for Paisley bar owners, finds Laura Coventry STUDYING for a final exam, writing a dissertation and launching a new wine...

TGI sets flair bartending record

Bartenders from TGI Friday’s Scottish venues travelled to London to help set a new world record as part of the restaurant chain’s 25th birthday celebrations. Staff from Aberdeen and Glasgow took part in the ‘most people simultaneously cocktail flairing’ record attempt. Participating bartenders completed a co-ordinated two-minute routine without dropping a bottle and Guinness World Record officials confirmed a new record had been set.

Columns

Jack Cummins
LEGAL
Jack Cummins
ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
ASK THE OPERATOR
Neil Morrison
THE GRAPEVINE
Luke Richardson