Prices slashed in new year ‘sales’
Operators slashed drinks prices earlier this month in a bid to boost trade during what’s expected to be a particularly tough trading month. National pub groups and independent bar owners said the traditional post-Christmas trading dip, coupled with what’s forecast to be another gloomy year for the economy, prompted them to unleash a range of deals designed to attract consumers.
New tax may be a game changer
MAJOR change is on the way for Scots pubs which have gaming and gambling at the heart of their offer.
From April a new tax...
Every picture tells a story
Your restaurant has great food. The service is excellent, the staff are friendly and, most importantly, your customers like it.
But in these economic times,...
New kings of Borders castle
A SCOTTISH Borders hotel is set to be revamped by new owners.
Roy and Lorna Curry bought Castle Venlaw Hotel in Peebles for an undisclosed...
No such thing as test perfection
A FEW months ago I drew attention to a worrying trend in relation to test purchase failures.
Licensing boards had started to use their immediate...
Glasgow restaurant group makes first capital move
CHRISTMAS has come at a good time for the Kama Sutra Restaurant Group.
The Glasgow-based Indian food operator, which was formed in September last year,...
Let them eat (festive) cake
A NEW line of cakes said to have the potential to drive footfall in pubs over the festive period has just been launched.
Foodservice company...
A taste of Italy in Coatbridge
A COATBRIDGE restaurant that’s said to benefit from a mix of local and passing trade is up for sale.
Established by Vincent and Dina Conetta...
Posh snacks set for festive boost
CHRISTMAS could provide the ideal opportunity to increase sales of premium snacks in pubs, according to some of the UK’s snack brands.
Premium crisps...
Frozen food can cut headaches
FOODSERVICE business Jus-Rol Professional is marketing its range of frozen snacks and pastries as a quick and easy solution for pubs over the festive...
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