Heineken to close Caledonian Brewery
Heineken UK has announced that it intends to close Caledonian Brewery in Edinburgh, stating the facility is “economically unviable”.
UK Hospitality: Rail pay talks must succeed
Trade group UK Hospitality has implored Scotrail and train drivers’ union Aslef to reach an agreement over pay this week, saying the current reduced train timetable is “harming city centre businesses”.
Billy Walker marks a half century in whisky
Whisky veteran Billy Walker is marking 50 years in the industry with a series of limited edition bottlings of his GlenAllachie single malt.
Bottled beer shortage likely, warns wholesaler
A Scottish wholesaler has warned there could be shortages of bottled beers amid rising production costs.
Over a thousand attend National Whisky Festival in Glasgow
More than a thousand whisky fans gathered in Glasgow this month for the return of the National Whisky Festival.
Chester Hotel unveils Signature chef line-up
The Chester Hotel in Aberdeen has unveiled the full list of chefs that will be appearing at its Signature Food Festival event this year.
Gannet and Absent Ear raise £10k for charity
Glasgow venues The Gannet and The Absent Ear have raised almost £10,000 for Glasgow charity Refuweegee after a two-night fundraising initiative.
Singh joins Bonnie & Wild
Chef Tony Singh has become the latest name to take up residence in the Bonnie & Wild Scottish Marketplace in Edinburgh.
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.
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