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Scotland’s Buzzworks named as one of UK’s fastest growing businesses

Buzzworks' expansion has so far produced a portfolio of 21 ‘aspirational dining and entertainment’ venues across Scotland, under brands including Scotts and Lido.

Ingliston Country Club seals wine supply deal with Glasgow-based Tan&Ns

Tan&Ns Wine Importers is run by Glasgow-based producer and importer Luigi Tana, and his business partner Nico Simeone, of the Six by Nico restaurant chain.

Oban Bay Hotel makes a fresh push to increase tourism during the winter months

Winter is coming – but the Highlands and Islands remain a destination with much to offer those looking for an authentic Scottish getaway, including the weather.

NTIA warns there will be no UK nightclubs left by the last day of...

The NTIA has called on the UK Government to step in with ‘targeted financial support’, and create a Heritage Protection Scheme which would grant protected status to long-established nightclubs.

Berlin’s massive bar show announces plans for a London event next summer

For three days in October, Berlin was once again the place to be for the international bar community, as the Bar Convent Berlin trade show took over the city’s massive Messe exhibition space.

Scotland’s Best Croissant trophy goes to Glasgow’s Maple Leaf Bakery

The competition, organised by Edinburgh Butter Company, took place at The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh, with Bridge of Allan's HAVN bakery placed second, and Edinburgh's Patina in third.

British drinkers’ bias against homegrown beer is fed by ‘misleading’ marketing

Not for the first time, Innis & Gunn founder Dougal Sharp has warned that Mediterranean marketing is reinforcing a consumer perception that Britain can't make good beer.

Budget’s staffing cost increases are a ‘body blow’ to hospitality businesses

Analysis by trade body UKHospitality suggested that the employment tax measures in the Budget will increase the cost of employing a full-time staff member by at least £2500.

Ewan McGregor teams with island distiller to raise money for charity

More than £130,000 was raised for Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) last month through a partnership between Isle of Arran Distillers and actor Ewan McGregor. 

Nico relaunches his non-profit charity venue as Spanish steakhouse Bamboléo

Bamboléo, which will replace Beat 6 at 149 Milngavie Rd in Bearsden from Friday, November 8th, promises a ‘unique gathering place where great food, wine, and a great cause’ come together.

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