Scotland in focus for pub company
Punch Taverns has unveiled plans to spend £3 million in its Scottish estate over the next year.
The investment will see several of the company’s...
Cautious welcome for police database
A NEW national Police Scotland database which records licensing information, including premises visits, for venues across the country has been given a “cautious welcome”...
Scottish produce celebrated
Food and drink from Speyside producer Gordon Castle was showcased at a special dinner at Hutchesons Bar & Brasserie in Glasgow last week.
The five-course...
New bar books place in the city
By Gillian McKenzie
Books may have lined the walls of 62 Miller Street in Glasgow at one time, but it’s spirits that now dominate in...
Parties pledge to support industry
An in-depth review of business rates, a freeze on tax and a promise to improve public transport were among the pledges made by Scotland’s...
Glencoe stop for shop talk
Brewers from a dozen Scottish breweries gathered at Glencoe’s Clachaig Inn earlier this month for an informal discussion on issues facing the trade –...
Star’s al fresco areas shine
Pub company Star Pubs & Bars has outlined plans for substantial investment in the outdoor areas at 19 of its Scottish pubs.
The firm has...
Belhaven launches new food service
Belhaven has launched a new food supply service for its lessees.
Pub Partners Supplies was introduced by Belhaven parent company Greene King Pub Partners and...
Roux’s food is going to the dogs
Michelin star chef Albert Roux has launched a menu which will cater for canine clientele across a number of Inverlochy Castle Management International’s (ICMI)...
Brown-Forman acquires BenRiach for £285m
US drinks giant, the Brown-Forman Corporation has purchased the Scottish BenRiach Distillery Company in a £285 million deal.
The takeover will see the US company’s...