A new kitchen and bar space has opened in Derby, taking influences from dive bars stateside and the best watering holes in the east end of London, and breathing new life into a beautiful Grade II listed building in the heart of the city’s Saddler Gate area, transforming its three floors into The Brooklyn Social. The new space serves premium cocktails and a great selection of … [Read more...]
On the hunt for Scotland’s Best Green Businesses
The search is on for Scotland’s green business champions. Applications are now open for the 16th annual Vision in Business for the Environment of Scotland (VIBES) Awards and Scottish hospitality businesses are encouraged to apply for their chance to join the country’s environmental elite. VIBES is Scotland’s leading environmental awards scheme, recognising and rewarding … [Read more...]
English wine production figures hit all-time high
The production figures for the 2014 harvest in the UK have just been released and reveal a significant growth in volume, breaking all industry production records. 47,433 hectolitres were produced last year - the equivalent of 6.3 million bottles (75cl). This represents an increase of 42% in volume over 2013 – itself a record-breaking figure of 4.45m bottles. Two thirds is … [Read more...]
Which Brits give the top tips?
British diners may have a reputation for being rather tight fisted when it comes to leaving a tip, but research released today by OpenTable, the world’s leading online restaurant booking service, has revealed some interesting insights into just how generous the different regions and cities in the UK are. 87% always tip The poll of 2,000 has revealed that 87% of Brits … [Read more...]
Full steam ahead for Tattershall Castle
Floating bar and restaurant the PS Tattershall Castle has lowered the gangplanks and welcomed customers aboard on completion of a £1.8 million refurbishment that has given the paddle steamer moored at Embankment a new lease of life ahead of the key summer trading period, as well as presenting attractive facilities for a wide range of events to suit from 25 to 250 or more … [Read more...]