Waterside rises from the ashes

East Lothian venue restored after fire forces a seven-week closure It's the stuff of nightmares for any new operator: a fire that forces you to...

A fresh look for Irn-Bru

AG Barr has unveiled new packaging for Irn-Bru and Irn-Bru Sugar Free. Launching on cans and bottles from March, the new design retains the brand’s...

New look for The Rio

A venue in the west end of Glasgow has reopened with a new look and a familiar face behind the bar. The Rio Cafe has...

Glasgow group’s grand conquest

Bar Soba boss Brad Stevens on past, present and future expansion By Matthew Lynas GROWTH is the watchword at Bar Soba at the moment, as the...

An innovative year ahead?

Scottish cities can expect an influx of visitors this year thanks to a programme of cultural events linked to the Year of Innovation, Architecture...

The 12 gins of Christmas

A Scottish craft distiller has unveiled 12 gins of Christmas – one for each day of the festive season. The new spirits from Eden Mill Distillery...

100 licensees lead the way on consumer choice

More than 100 licensed premises across East Dunbartonshire will be the first in Scotland to trial an important new consumer campaign. New research conducted by...

Another two on the Brew

Aberdeen-based beer and bars firm Brewdog has expanded its Scottish pubs footprint with new outlets in Stirling and Aberdeen. The firm launched its first Stirling...

Hotel plan for castle

A restored castle in High Blantyre is to be launched as a luxury hotel, restaurant and event business next year. The Crossbasket Castle, which will...

Pubs still reeling from new limit

Trade continuing to suffer a year after change to drink drive legislation By Matthew Lynas Bar and pub operators across Scotland are continuing to suffer a...

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Jack Cummins
LEGAL
Niall Hassard
ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
ASK THE OPERATOR
Neil Morrison
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