His Majesty’s Prison Grampian and the Greene King redemption
Inmates at HMP & YOI Grampian are being offered employment after graduating from Scotland’s first prison-based training academy for roles with pub company and brewer Greene King.
Golf entertainment venue back in business after ball bombardment break
The balls are once again flying at Golf It! across a ‘pristine’ driving range, following major investment in drainage and groundworks, as well as a new ball collection solution - four high-tech robots.
Non-alcoholic drinks company bolstered by £3.5 million IP valuation
Spirits of Virtue has gone from humble kitchen beginnings to employing a 20-strong workforce, shipping its premium whisky, vodka, gin, rum and tequila alternatives to 16 countries.
Glen Mhor Hotel in Inverness awarded staff ‘Wellness Charter’
The Hospitality Health charity, founded in 2018, seeks to provide employers with the tools and skills needed to put supports in place to help staff experiencing mental ill health.
Caribbean-style bar and restaurant Turtle Bay opens first Scottish venue
Located at 130 St Vincent Street, the venue held a series of soft launch nights at the start of December, and joins a roster of over 50 Turtle Bay venues operating south of the border.
Scotland’s hospitality sector is still desperately seeking Shona
As the Scottish Budget approaches, the Scottish Hospitality Group has challenged ScotGov Finance Secretary Shona Robison, to meet face-to-face with owners of Scottish hospitality businesses.
Edinburgh Italian restaurant Divino Enoteca wins three awards
On Merchant Street in Edinburgh’s Old Town, Divino is known for high-quality food that is said to offer a ‘modern and creative’ take on Italian cuisine, created by Chef Andrea Calistro
Nominations are now open for Glasgow’s 2024 ‘BAFTAs for Bartending’
These awards recognise the city’s hardworking barstaff, with the winners announced at the Bartenders Ball, the grand annual trade bash next being held at Saint Luke’s on 12th February 2024.
New deal increases Sky Sports’ exclusive live football coverage
Sky will be showing an increased number of Scottish Professional Football League matches through to 2029, plus matches from the Scottish Women’s Premier League.
Designated drivers to get free pints of Guinness 0.0 this festive season
Diageo has partnered with road safety campaign, THINK!, and pub chain Greene King, to offer designated drivers a free pint of Guinness 0.0 at participating pubs throughout December.
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