‘Thanks so much you have made my year’ was the sign off from John Harding in reply to our email advising him that he had won our Northcote - Villeroy & Boch competition. Having spoken with John a little earlier, it was a real joy to hear his delight at winning lunch or dinner for two and an overnight stay at Northcote. The competition details can be seen here. The … [Read more...]
Twinings to reignite Britain’s passion for tea
Twinings, the home of premium tea and one of Britain’s most cherished brands, is launching a range of loose leaf teas exclusively for the out-of-home market. The tea supplier aims to make tea the contemporary drink of choice, reach a younger generation of tea-drinkers, and help the out-of-home market increase its profits from tea. 21 contemporary, cosmopolitan new … [Read more...]
New Inventive Bar Company appoints Beth Mcdonald
The New Inventive Bar Company, the national premium bar operator, has appointed Beth McDonald as its Director of Marketing & Communications, with responsibility for further capitalising on the leading market position enjoyed by its two national brands, Revolution and Revoluciòn De Cuba. McDonald’s remit will see her utilise creative, cutting edge marketing techniques and … [Read more...]
Diageo sells Bushmills, acquires Don Julio
Diageo has agreed with Casa Cuervo the acquisition of full global ownership and control of Tequila Don Julio and the early termination of Casa Cuervo's production and distribution agreement for Smirnoff in Mexico. In return, Diageo has reached an agreement to sell Bushmills to Jose Cuervo Overseas. The transaction will result in a net payment of $408 million to Diageo upon … [Read more...]
Gleneagles announces new Managing Director
The Gleneagles Hotel, Perthshire, has announced the appointment of a new Managing Director, as the resort celebrates its 90th year and reflects on the success of September’s Ryder Cup. Patrick Elsmie (pictured above) will stand down as the resort’s Managing Director at the end of 2014 after 20 years with the company, although he will remain at Gleneagles on a part-time basis … [Read more...]