The McMillan has new al fresco area covered
Glasgow south side venue The McMillan Bar & Chophouse has launched a new outdoor area – which co-owner Miles McMillan said represents the final piece in the jigsaw for the family business.
Edinburgh launches short-term lets consultation
Operators have an opportunity to contribute to Edinburgh’s upcoming licensing scheme for short-term lets via a new consultation.
Inverness ‘sett’ for Jimmy Badgers
Inverness operator Don Lawson is to open a new venue in the city with the launch of Jimmy Badgers.
Aberdeen and Glasgow bartenders progress in Glenfarclas 105
Bartenders from Glasgow and Aberdeen have progressed to the final of this year’s Glenfarclas 105 Cocktail Competition.
Signature Group launches junior chef training programme
The company behind venues such as Cold Town House in Edinburgh and The Spiritualist in Aberdeen has launched its own chef development programme in a bid to develop talent and help tackle recruitment challenges
C&C sells Admiral stake
C&C Group, parent company of Tennent’s and Magners, is to sell its minority stake in pub company Admiral Taverns for £55 million.
Archerfield launches chef apprenticeship
Six aspiring young chefs will embark on the inaugural Archerfield Young Chefs Certificate of Excellence Award – a two-year apprenticeship scheme leading to a position at one of parent company Caledonian Heritable’s venues.
Hospitality star of tomorrow takes top UK award
Scottish hospitality student Tara Humphrey has scooped the top prize at the prestigious Toque d’Or competition.
Still time to enter BT Sport’s Pub Cup
Licensees have until 25th May to register a team for this year’s BT Sport Pub Cup.
Seafood industry to fish for tourists
Seafood Scotland, the trade body for the Scottish seafood industry, has teamed with VisitScotland to launch a mentoring programme that will help seafood businesses branch into tourism.
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