To celebrate the launch, Birds and Phillies will be turning up the energy this weekend, with a live DJ spinning crowd pleasers all day Saturday 22nd March.| sltn.co.uk
The line-up is described as a ‘showcase of the people and places that make Edinburgh one of the world’s leading drinking destinations’.| Scottish Licensed Trade News
“I love learning, and I’ve been very fortunate in that the mentors I’ve had have wanted to teach me and been patient enough to teach me."| Scottish Licensed Trade News
The monthly subscription-based service promises its users ‘exclusive, surprise rewards at top restaurants, bars and cafés’| Scottish Licensed Trade News
Coleburn Distillery was originally opened in 1899 and mothballed in 1985 by owner DCL, which went on to be incorporated into Diageo.| Scottish Licensed Trade News
Unlike a traditional pub, Howe Beer Project brews its own beer on site in small batches, then serves it fresh in the adjacent taproom.| Scottish Licensed Trade News
SWA chief executive Mark Kent: “Pubs and restaurants cannot survive on beer alone – all rely on spirits for profits."| Scottish Licensed Trade News
Running from 3rd to 12th October, the ECW is expecting over 25,000 visitors to its participating bars and pop-up Cocktail Village| Scottish Licensed Trade News
“We wanted to create something that’s equal parts ridiculous and brilliant,” said Malones Leith general manager Charlie Douglas.| Scottish Licensed Trade News
Hospitality Health's Gordon McIntyre MBE said: “This aligns with what we are doing in promoting wellness within the industry."| Scottish Licensed Trade News
This first ‘Rare Birds’ event sets the tone by ‘mixing high and low, fine and familiar’, while serving Birds’ fried chicken in unexpected settings| sltn.co.uk
HALEWOOD Artisanal Spirits has just passed a major milestone with the release of the first whisky from its Bonnington Distillery in Leith, which began production in 2020.| sltn.co.uk
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Hendry will now work with both The Edinburgh Grand and Old Town Chambers, at the start of a new chapter for both Edinburgh hotels.| Scottish Licensed Trade News
Liquidator Donald McKinnon said: “It is sad to see the demise of such an innovative drinks company with such great potential."| Scottish Licensed Trade News
Ahead of its first Scottish trade-facing event, being held in Edinburgh later this month, SLTN caught up with First Table founder and CEO, Mat Weir.| sltn.co.uk
Brewgooder is brewing the beer at zero profit, with proceeds giving the Palestinian business and its community a source of income.| Scottish Licensed Trade News
"There's a real appetite for classic cocktails that people recognise, but made with greater care, better ingredients, and a bit more imagination"| sltn.co.uk
Launched in Scotland in February 2014 to help tackle youth unemployment by creating training and employment opportunities in hospitality, Learning For Life has since grown into a UK-wide initiative| sltn.co.uk
The Scottish Wholesale Association has just published a guide designed to help Scottish businesses brace themselves for climate change.| Scottish Licensed Trade News
Hospitality Action’s recent Taking the Temperature report confirms that burnout, unsociable hours, and financial stress are driving talent away.| sltn.co.uk
The new venue joins the brand’s Rooftop Garden Bar, making the East Market Street location home to two distinctive rooftop experiences.| Scottish Licensed Trade News
“The industry has an important part to play in tackling alcohol misuse in Scotland and the partnership is a key element of that activity.”| Scottish Licensed Trade News
The ‘Sky-to-Shore’ package is completed with a fine dining experience at MARA, the award-winning restaurant at Royal Dornoch Links House.| sltn.co.uk
The LGBTQIA+ bar next to the Edinburgh Playhouse will have £230,000 spent on it by Star Pubs and licensees Mitch Stark and Tim Douglas.| sltn.co.uk
From Allied Leisure Group, the company behind Max’s Bar, La Cheetah, Room 2 and Mikaku, the ‘Clydeside Containers’ plans will be submitted to Glasgow City Council in the coming months.| sltn.co.uk
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Crabbie, a whisky blender and bottler in the 19th century, was one of the Leith merchants who helped perfect the art of whisky blending.| sltn.co.uk
Rather than aiming for rigid pairings across the food menu, curate a wine selection that naturally supports the venue’s style of cuisine.| sltn.co.uk
The family-owned five-star hotel and restaurant, in Blair Atholl within the Cairngorms National Park, has reached sales exceeding £5 million.| sltn.co.uk
“As customers become more selective with their spend, they want authenticity, transparency and a connection to the products they choose.”| sltn.co.uk
Pairing premium gelato with the finest wines is the coolest dining trend in New York, Paris and London – and now it has arrived in Edinburgh| sltn.co.uk
The Queen St closure comes as Allied Leisure prepares to launch its Clydeside Containers riverside street food and drink destination.| sltn.co.uk
La Mirage comprises a 40-cover restaurant, plus a takeaway counter, and a spacious four-bedroom duplex flat with panoramic sea views.| sltn.co.uk
The festival will run from 25th September until 8th October, with 14 days of discounted cocktail experiences, parties, and exclusive menus| sltn.co.uk
“I have seen, first hand, tables turn based on the wine pairing. ‘That changed completely with the dish,’ is the sort of reaction you get."| sltn.co.uk
The building schedule slipped as the required containers failed to appear at the prepped riverside site neighbouring the Grosvenor Casino.| sltn.co.uk
SLTN is the most trusted news source for Scotland’s on-trade: pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants & hotels. Organises the SLTN Awards with drinks industry partners.| sltn.co.uk
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Scotsman Group Bar Manager Kenny Brownlee is a big fan of things that keep his customers happy and make life easier for his staff.| sltn.co.uk
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Current rules aren’t perfect but still a marked improvement on law governing under 18s access to licensed premises.| sltn.co.uk
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Using Guinness’ MicroDraught system, it is claimed that punters can now pour their own perfect pint, complete with the two-part pour| sltn.co.uk
Following the sale by companies in the Flagship Hotel Group, the hotel is now owned by AGR Hospitality (Stirling) Limited.| sltn.co.uk
Jun was chosen for the hard work and dedication he has put into creating his 24-cover eatery, Pomelo, inspired by his Chinese Scottish roots.| sltn.co.uk
“Tequila is no longer just for shots; it’s becoming the backbone of the UK’s most-loved cocktails, with the Margarita still reigning as the number one serve."| sltn.co.uk
Brewed in the Ardennes, the heartland of Belgian beer, Chouffe is said to deliver ‘heritage and depth in a modern, approachable format’.| sltn.co.uk
“These are our most ambitious Magners plans in over a decade, and we are ready to work with our partners in the trade to bring some added fizz to the bar.”| sltn.co.uk
The five-star Trump Turnberry Resort has joined the Scotch Beef Club — and backed the ‘quality, traceability, and sustainability’ of Scottish-produced red meat.| sltn.co.uk
"I think the younger demographic is looking for something a bit different – biodynamic, natural wines, that kind of thing."| sltn.co.uk
Led by head chef Paul Green and his team, The Three Chimneys at Talisker’s a la carte menu includes freshly caught langoustines, oysters, mussels and scallops.| sltn.co.uk
The Scottish Government has committed to implement the recommendations of an independent review of the rates system ‘before 2029’| sltn.co.uk
The Fettercairn Wilderness Retreat has been imagined as the urban balcony of a busy city professional, decorated to remind them of their trips to the Cairngorms| sltn.co.uk
Acting for Phil and Annie Wishart of Ziggy's, Cornerstone Business Agents said it was ‘delighted' to have sealed the deal with Buck’s Bar.| sltn.co.uk
Following a full makeover and rebrand, in collaboration with Star Pubs, the former McPhabbs has opened as a 'contemporary Scottish pub and dining experience'| sltn.co.uk
The boutique hotel alongside Loch Ness is up for sale as ‘an opportunity to step into a new life in one of the world's most enchanting landscapes’.| sltn.co.uk
The kitchen uses high-temperature binchotan charcoal imported from Japan, that some consider the best in the world for the way it smokes and sears.| sltn.co.uk
Kirsty Rafferty works for Sodexo UK & Ireland, which has been providing catering and hospitality services at the Scottish Parliament since 1999.| sltn.co.uk
Competitors are invited to recreate the very first cocktail they learned to make – but use the professional techniques and skills they have since developed.| sltn.co.uk
The Aberdeen restaurant has unveiled its new bar area, where guests can enjoy 'the quality and atmosphere' of Amuse in a more informal way.| sltn.co.uk
The Barnton Herringbone joins existing city venues in Goldenacre and Abbeyhill, and the original Herringbone in North Berwick.| sltn.co.uk
The relocation, coming after 25 years of its former HQ in the South Gyle area, was described as reaffirming the company’s commitment to Scotland and Edinburgh.| sltn.co.uk
Neighbourgood, which this year runs from May 7 to July 27, is the brainchild of hospitality entrepreneurs Preston Mommsen and Edward Wilson.| sltn.co.uk
Founded by Cristiano Simeone and Scott Hannah, the new venture is said to be the result of a six-figure investment in transforming the space.| sltn.co.uk
Nádair – which means ‘nature’ in Scots Gaelic – was the only Edinburgh establishment to make the winning list and one of only three in Scotland.| sltn.co.uk
