Sodexo celebrates 600 colleagues reaching long service milestones
Three of the individuals honoured had reached the impressive milestone of having been part of the catering giant for half a century
Bar Leone in Hong Kong tops 2025’s World’s 50 Best Bars list
Crucially for Scotland, Edinburgh’s own Panda & Sons was once again included on the prestigious list, at a very respectable Number 34.
Crolla family creates fund to support local community projects
Vittoria Hospitality began in 1970 with the opening of Vittoria on the Walk in Leith by ‘Nonno’ Alberto Crolla and his wife Dina.
Surgeons Quarter delivers a strong Fringe despite sector pressure
One key initiative was the trial of a reusable cup policy, as a step toward reducing waste ahead of a proposed disposable cup tax.
Star Pubs campaign tempts new licensees from outwith the industry
The Heineken-owned pubco noted that, since 2022, 55% of applicants for a Star Pub have been people from outside the licensed trade.
Dunblane Hydro refurbishment begins as Apex Hotels takes charge
Apex believes that Dunblane Hydro is well placed in Central Scotland to serve as a key leisure and conference destination.
Global breweries pour into Edinburgh for this month’s Big Swally
The event, at the Corn Exchange on Saturday 25 October, is organised by Caledonian Craft Beer Merchant and Vault City Brewing.
Innis & Gunn beer gets a boost from pop superstar Justin Bieber
Dougal Sharp: “I can’t bloody Beliebe it! It’s safe to say I didn’t expect to wake up this morning to see those pictures."
Kingfisher publishes annual report on the ‘most boring’ beers
"Some drinkers would like the choice of some more interesting brands – having only beers in the top ten is not a good idea.”
Festive season brings its own licensing challenges for operators
Plan now to maximise your trading times and to avoid enforcement issues – these festive tips will help ensure it is the season to be jolly!
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Jack Cummins
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
Luke Richardson
