Loch Lomond Group gets the green light for a new distillery in Luss
But CEO Matthews warns that 'ill-conceived tax hikes, broken promises of support, and unfair regulations' are creating obstacles for distilling in Scotland.
Suntory Global Spirits takes charge of Laphroaig, Bowmore, Jim Beam and much more
This change was first flagged up in March 2024, when Edrington UK and Beam Suntory announced that they were to end their ‘25 years of successful partnership’.
Bath St’s Tiki Bar adds digital darts to Glasgow’s ‘oasis of escapism’
Officially opening this coming Thursday (Feb 6), The Tiki Bar & Darts Den will offer 100 free games of darts to the first 100 customers through the door.
Duck & Waffle asks its Edinburgh diners – are you feeling lucky?
From Monday February 3rd until Sunday February 9th, guests dining between 9am and 4pm will be invited to roll a pair of red dice at the end of their meal.
Simpsinns’ Gailes Hotel & Spa named as ‘Best Hotel Wedding Venue’ 2025
Located just 40 minutes from Glasgow, at Irvine on the Clyde Coast, The Gailes Hotel & Spa was re-launched in 2022 after a £250,000 makeover.
Build up to BCB London begins with a roadshow that will visit Edinburgh
BCB London brand ambassador, Jack Sotti, and BCB director of education, Angus Winchester, have promised a ‘high-calibre’ line up of speakers.
Sneak peak at what £15 million investment has wrought at Erskine’s Mar Hall
The renovation follows its 2024 acquisition by Dubai-based Dutco Group, where it joins a portfolio of hotels in Dubai, the Maldives, the Seychelles, and Edinburgh.
Buzzworks goes from ‘strength to strength’ as turnover increases by 18%
Buzzworks Holdings currently manages 21 venues across East, West & Central Scotland, employing over 800 staff, turning over £34.8m last year.
An offer ‘fit for The Faithful’ from the Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels
An unexpected side effect of the BBC’s popular reality show The Traitors – filmed in Ardross Castle, north of Inverness – is a fresh surge in Highlands tourism.
Scottish hospitality business to share £124,891 of profit with its team
Annually, Manorview’s ‘Heartcount’ scheme sees it share 10% of net profits with everyone in its workforce who has been with the business for 12 months or more.
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