Winning with the water bill
Competition among suppliers could mean savings for pubs
Since April 1, 2008, Scottish businesses, public sector, charitable and not-for-profit organisations have been able to choose which...
Operators urged to check tax is in order
Ensure robust systems in place for handling tips, accountants say
RESTAURATEURS must ensure they have robust systems in place for handling staff tips after HM...
South west business battles for survival
The owners of three licensed venues in Wigtown are facing financial meltdown – after being stripped of vital weekend trading hours back in March. Sinead Farrell and Derek Hart told SLTN they have endured a severe downturn at the Crown Hotel in Newton Stewart since the licensing board cut its trading hours from 2am to 1am on Friday and Saturday nights.
Chef Campbell offers taste of local flavours
DARIN Campbell was introduced to the merits of fresh produce at an early age – now he’s using it to wow diners at one...
Chef’s special: Des Ballantyne
Des Ballantyne, Head chef, The Puffer Bar & Restaurant, Easdale Island, Oban
The Puffer Bar & Restaurant is situated on Easdale Island, off Oban. Its...
The only way is Stranraer
AN award-winning Stranraer eatery has been sold to an operator from Essex after nearly 50 years under the same ownership.
L’Aperitif was founded by the...
Chef’s special: Paul Gunning
Paul Gunning, Head chef and Proprietor, Purslane, Stockbridge, Edinburgh
Located on St. Stephen Street in Stockbridge, Purslane is run by head chef and proprietor Paul...
Zilli adds to Italian flavour
Celebrity chef heads north to judge this year’s Scottish Italian Awards
CELEBRITY chef Aldo Zilli made the journey north to Scotland earlier this month to...
Wave in a whole new range of possibilities
The versatility of commercial microwaves can bring real benefits to hospitality businesses
THE commercial microwave oven has played an increasingly important role in pub and...
Simple solution for kitchens
Catering equipment supplier RH Hall has created a stainless steel workbench range which the company claims can be adapted for operators’ needs.
The Simply Stainless...
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