Posts Tagged ‘hospitality’
A helping hand for small Scottish businesses
New research shows that whilst 81 per cent of businesses in Scotland are optimistic about the future of their business, 32 per cent feel worried and/or anxious taking on debt for the first time. Barclays has launched a package of support aimed at boosting small businesses, with the bank set to host masterclasses which will…
Read More‘Free’ kids menu launches for the half term
Five of Edinburgh’s most popular family-friendly restaurants and bars have launched a ‘free’ kids’ menu in time for the February half term holidays. Running from February 14–18, McLarens on the Corner in Morningside, Cold Town House and The Black Bull in the Grassmarket, The Fountain in Fountainbridge and Badger & Co on Castle Street in…
Read MoreA luxurious way to celebrate Valentine’s Day
Celebrate the most romantic night of the year with a four-course menu and a glass of Harvey Nichols Champagne. It’s available for one night only on Monday, February 14, at the Forth Floor Brasserie, at Harvey Nichols Edinburgh. The exclusive menu features a selection of indulgent dishes including Italian wedding soup served with homemade focaccia,…
Read MoreMòd 2021’s £1.2m boost to Inverness and the Highlands
The Royal National Mòd 2021 generated £1.2m for the economy in Inverness and the Highland Council area, as well as providing a huge social and cultural boost. The 129-year-old event, which took place at Eden Court Theatre from October 8 to 16, celebrated Gaelic language and culture, featuring a variety of incredible competitions, performances and…
Read MoreMasterChef winner ready to serve up a special Burns Night
A special Burns Supper is taking place in St Andrews later this month. Executive chef and MasterChef: The Professionals winner, Derek Johnstone, will be teaming up with Richard Turner, chef and co-founder of London butcher Turner & George for a very special Burns Night Supper at 18, St Andrews on Tuesday, January 25. The rooftop…
Read MoreMichelin star is the new target for the Glenturret
The Glenturret – Scotland’s oldest working distillery – had a phenomenal year in 2021, but now they’ve set their sights even higher this year. The distillery, located in the heart of Crieff, celebrates an exceptional year with 31 international award wins, success at a groundbreaking Sotheby’s auction, a collaboration with the country’s most renowned hotel,…
Read More£10 million investment by Crerar Hotels
Scottish hotel group Crerar Hotels has announced a £10 million investment in a hat-trick of hotel refurbishments. The group is continuing to deliver on its much-publicised commitment to investment in its people and portfolio – this time announcing a seven-figure investment in three of its seven four- and five-star properties. The group is set to…
Read MoreScots vermouth makers search for a Borders home
The makers of one of the UK’s most talked-about new vermouths have begun surveying locations for a new Scottish Borders headquarters. It comes after a successful £120,000 crowdfunding campaign which hit its target in just two days. More than 170 investors ‘put their money where vermouth is’ during Valentian Vermouth’s campaign on Crowdcube, launched to…
Read MorePrince Charles opens Johnnie Walker Princes Street
Prince Charles has officially opened Johnnie Walker Princes Street, the new global visitor experience in Scotland’s capital city. His Royal Highness toured the eight-floor attraction set in one of Edinburgh’s landmark heritage buildings, met employees and unveiled a plaque to mark the opening. During the visit, His Royal Highness met the first students in the…
Read MoreSky Garden gin created at Scotland’s most southerly distillery
Scotland’s most southerly distillery has opened in Kirkcudbright – and it’s already revealed its first gin, Sky Garden. Having quit a job in finance to follow his passion for working in the drinks industry, Andrew Clark-Hutchison has opened the Dark Art Distillery. Andrew has established the craft gin distillery and visitor centre in the picturesque…
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