Millions of pounds worth of promised business rates relief has still not been made available to pubs and restaurants, according to new research by the ALMR. The promised package of support announced at the Spring Budget, including £1,000 in relief for pubs with a rateable value of £100,000 or below and a £300 million discretionary fund for local authorities, has not been … [Read more...]
The Brink shakes things up with launch of new ‘frealth’ and ‘freak’ shakes
The Brink has introduced a duo of delicious drinks as part of the rising demand for Freak Shakes. The dry-bar and café, located on Parr Street, has put a playful spin on the current trend and will now serve up a delicious and vitamin-boosting ‘Frealth Shake’ alongside a more indulgent ‘Freak Shake’ on their 150-strong drinks menu. The menu additions were added in response … [Read more...]
The Potting Shed, Bar & Gardens opens in Northallerton
The Potting Shed bar & gardens has opened on site of the former Rutson Hospital in Northallerton after a multi-million pound investment and months of painstaking renovation. Over 500 specially invited guests were given a preview of the historic building’s new look at a VIP launch night, following its transformation into a garden-themed pub. They were also the first to … [Read more...]
Bartending duo raise staggering £18k for war affected children
A Chester bartending duo are helping some of the world’s most vulnerable children by raising money for War Child, the specialist charity for children affected by conflict. Moved by news coverage of the ongoing Syrian conflict, Chester bartenders Calum Adams and Ben Iles set up ‘Bartend against Bombs’, a fundraising initiative involving hospitality staff, with all money … [Read more...]
Evans & Peel to open secret bar in the heart of Chiswick
Evans & Peel will open a new 1920’s prohibition-style bar and restaurant disguised as an old London pharmacy in West London’s Chiswick, five years since the opening of their infamous ‘Detective Agency’ bar. The hidden bar will be styled with vintage furniture giving guests the feel of walking into a 1920’s pharmacy, serving an extensive cocktail list and small plates of … [Read more...]