Foodservice specialist Horizons predicts that the market will start to see real growth during 2014. However, it will be slow in coming and restricted to particular sectors of the business with casual dining outlets and coffee shops likely to be the main winners as consumers slowly start to regain confidence and increase their spending on eating out. Turning point for the … [Read more...]
Ales By Mail appeals to trade over stolen BrewDog beer
Pubs, bars, off-licences and even restaurants are being urged to report anyone trying to sell black market BrewDog beer, after the theft of 16,000 bottles from Essex retailer Ales By Mail. A reward is on offer for information leading to the recovery of the beer and arrest of the thieves. The stolen beer has a retail value of around £40,000, and includes prototype BrewDog beers … [Read more...]
New Year’s Honours
This year’s honours for distinguished members of the UK hospitality sector include: Christopher John Corbin. Restaurateur. For services to the Hospitality Industry and voluntary services through Leuka. (London) Jeremy King. Restaurateur. For services to the Hospitality Industry and voluntary service to the Arts. (London) John David Longden. Founder, Pub is The Hub. … [Read more...]
Diverse TCG estate flourishes over festive period
Managed pub and bar group TCG enjoyed a strong Christmas and New Year’s trading with an average 7% uplift in turnover across the estate. Diversity sells The diversity of the company’s estate, coupled with investment in targeted capex and product promotions, enabled it to maximise seasonal sales opportunities from corporate party bookings and drinks-led celebrations to … [Read more...]
SIBA BeerX speakers unveiled
The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) has unveiled its line up of high profile, engaging speakers for its BeerX event in Sheffield this March, including Tim Martin, founder of JD Wetherspoon; Dr Charlie Bamforth, UK and USA brewing industry guru; Steve Grossman of Sierra Nevada Brewing Company; and Nicky Morgan, economic secretary to the treasury. SIBA chief executive … [Read more...]