All news articles for August 2017

Great achievement: The Alchemist is to invest £4.5m on three new openings

Triple opening plans for The Alchemist

By Mark Wingett, MCA

The Alchemist, the Palatine Private Equity-backed cocktail bar and restaurant concept, is to invest £4.5m on three new openings, including its first moves into the south west and Wales.

Warnings: the WSTA has expressed frustration at Government's 'chaotic approach' to Brexit

‘Get a grip’ and confirm Brexit transition plan, WSTA urges ministers

By Georgina Townshend

The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has told the Government to “get a grip” and provide businesses with an agreed, carefully thought-out policy to reassure the drink industry’s “deep-seated concerns” over the “chaotic approach to Brexit”.

Interesting time: James Cuthbertson has become the new managing of Dark Star

New managing director for Dark Star

By Mark Wingett, MCA

James Cuthbertson has become the new managing director of the Sussex-based brewer and pub operator, Dark Star.

Rising costs: foodservice inflation hit its highest rate in three years in June 2017

How pubs can survive rising food prices

By Nikkie Sutton

Reducing the number of dishes on the menu, tapping into technology and keeping staff at the forefront of the business are some of the ways operators can combat rising food prices, according to data experts.

Game-changer: footy shown in pubs boosts drinks sales

Raise your pub game for the football season

By Tommy Leighton

Spurs are on their way to Wembley, Lukaku chose Manchester Utd over Chelsea and Manchester City have spent more on their defence than many small African nations, but what does the Premier League have in store for your venue this season?

Reasonable steps: Pubs should be up to date with copyright laws

Copyright laws: Rules pubs should be aware of

By Georgina Townshend

Publicans should be aware of recent changes to copyright law, affecting what can and cannot be publicly screened without charge, and whether they need a Motion Picture Licensing Company license.

Pest party: rodents were found in many pubs throughout last month

July's pub pest infestations

By Nikkie Sutton

July seemed to be a popular month for pests visiting pubs with a glut of food hygiene offences committed. 

Evolution of Cyclops: Cask Masque have taken on the running of the beer-tasting notes scheme

Cask Marque becomes new owners of Cyclops

By Georgina Townshend

Cask Marque has taken on the running of the beer-tasting notes scheme Cyclops after its founders said it had “outgrown its home”.