Whisky show shakes things up
A NEW whisky event seems to have caused a bit of a stir among younger consumers.
More than two thirds of the tickets sold for...
Time to invest more energy in efficiency?
AS overheads continue to rise across the board, it has become more important than ever for pubs to keep utility costs under control.
Yet...
Keep ready to drinks in range
YOUNG consumers have arguably never had so much choice when it comes to drinks.
From flavoured ciders to beers from around the world, there’s no...
Troon venue set to rise from the ashes
A TROON venue gutted by fire last month could be rebuilt and relaunched by the end of the year.
Lido in West Portland Street is...
Strathclyde strikes Gold
BILLY Gold, owner of the Hielan Jessie in Glasgow’s east end, signalled his determination last week to raise the trade’s profile in the west...
Entries sought for green foodservice awards
AN awards scheme that celebrates green initiatives in the foodservice industry is now open for entries.
The Footprint Awards acknowledges the efforts of foodservice...
Deeside brewery back in business
THE buoyancy of the craft brewing scene in Scotland has again been underlined with the resurrection and expansion of a north east brewery.
Deeside Brewery...
Bring escalator down to earth
IT’S been a pleasure to document the steady growth of the craft beer scene in Scotland and across the UK in recent years.
In this...
A touch of island style in the city
A HOLIDAY on the Indonesian island of Bali proved just the inspiration Alan Tomkins needed for the name of his latest Glasgow venue.
Named after...
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...
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Jack Cummins
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
Luke Richardson
