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  Brewdog Alters Wage Structure: New Staff to Receive National Living Wage Instead of Real Living Wage

  Friday, January 12, 2024

  Amidst financial hardships, Brewdog will employ new workers based on the UK's national living wage instead of real living wage.
  
  Independent calculations determine the real living wage hourly rate, currently at £11.44 outside London and £12.00 in London.
  
  BrewDog management's decision to revoke a long-standing commitment to the real Living Wage proves that there is no principle too dearly held for them to abandon.

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  UK Food Bloggers Rave About Glasgow's Best Chicken Restaurants: Bucks Bar Takes the Crown

  Friday, January 12, 2024

  The popular UK food blogger, Danny Malin, aka "Rate My Takeaway," visited Bucks Bar in Edinburgh recently, and his reaction was nothing short of enthusiastic.
  
  In a viral clip for his YouTube channel, Danny journeyed north to sample the much-loved buttermilk ninja burgers at Bucks Bar on Hanover Street.
  
  For those unaware, Bucks Bar has expanded its presence beyond Glasgow and recently opened a branch in Edinburgh.

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  30 Days of Change: Insights from Experts on the Impact of Veganuary on Your Health and Wellbeing

  Monday, January 8, 2024

  With the new year comes a popular challenge: Veganuary, where individuals commit to a vegan diet for 31 days.
  
  Here's what experts have to say about the potential benefits and considerations for those embarking on this plant-based journey.
  
  Experts agree that following a vegan diet can bring "huge health benefits," even for a short duration (Dr. Sarah White, Bupa Health Clinics).

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  Food price inflation slows to lowest level for 18 months

  Friday, January 5, 2024

  Food inflation rose in December at its slowest rate in 18 months as retailers cut prices in the run-up to Christmas.
  
  A recent report from the British Retail Consortium-NielsenIQ Shop Price Index shows that grocery prices in the UK rose by 6.7 per cent on an annual basis last month, up from 7.8 per cent in November and the lowest level since June 2022.
  
  Lower prices for wine, port and sherry that have grown during the Christmas period have helped to ease the air for households still reeling from the pressure of the cost of living.

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  Crerar Hotels reports 31% revenue surge to £19 million

  Friday, January 5, 2024

  Crerar Hotel reported a rise in revenues from £14.5m to £19m as summer sales across the group outstripped the levels in the run-up to Covid.
  
  In the week to the end of March 2023, the number of staff rose by more than 16% from 267 to 312 as pay and benefits increases pushed expenditure across the group to the tune of over £2m.
  
  Gross profit also grew by more than 30 per cent from £12.6million to £16.4million with a further £2.4million on modernising hotels and spas across the portfolio.

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  Six by Nico are opening three new sites in Glasgow in 2024

  Thursday, December 21, 2023

  Six Company CEO and founder Nico Simeone said the £3m investment will include a new flagship Six by Nico in Merchant City.
  
  The first is Six by Nico Merchant City, the company's new flagship restaurant set to open on 15 January on 64 Albion Street.
  
  The current Finnieston Six by Nico closes on January 14th. With the new launch, planned for 1132 Argyle Street, in February two concepts join into one venue.

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  Scottish tourism and hospitality bodies express ‘extreme disappointment’ at Scottish Budget

  Wednesday, December 20, 2023

  The Scottish Tourism Alliance, UKHospitality Scotland, the Scottish Licensed Trade Association and the Scottish Beer and Pub Association have highlighted the material threat of long-term damage to the competitiveness of Scotland’s hospitality and tourism sector, as a result of ongoing inaction.

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  English restaurant chain to open its first Scottish establishment

  Monday, December 18, 2023

  Based in Jesmond by the end of 2019 the brand promises a range of delicious' rodizio 'meat dishes, sushi and an unlimited salad bar.
  
  Rio Brazilian Steakhouse, who manage seven restaurants in England, including one in Golden Square in Warrington, will take control of the site of former Jamie's Italian at the Assembly Rooms in Edinburgh.
  
  Lunch prices start at £26.95, after dinner prices are set at £39.95.
  
  The 150-square-metre George Street property, which is expected to open 'early' in 2024 including a sushi bar, will also be made.

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  L'Enclume tops Harden's Top 100 Best UK Restaurants survey

  Monday, December 18, 2023

  L'Enclume the 3 Michelin Star rated restaurant in the village of Cartmel in the Lake District run by chef Simon Rogan
  
  Feedback from diners lauded L 'beautifully orchestrated food' on offer to guests in its 17-course tasting menu.
  
  Peter Harden, Co-Founder of Harden 'L'Enclume has always been consistent in its top quality offering and it was wonderful to hear the recent news that Paul Burgalières, who has been a key figure in L'Enclume's evolution over the past six years, has now been appointed Executive Chef.

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  Heart of Midlothian reveals plan to owner and operate Stadium hotel

  Tuesday, December 12, 2023

  Heart of Midlothian FC has announced plans for a 25-bedroom hotel and function rooms.
  "It's not just a hotel for football fans," - Ann Budge
  Accompanied by the main stand at Tynecastle Park in the west of the city, it is thought to be the very first club-owned, club-run hotel within a football stadium.