'Row over pub's squirrel stew'
A pub landlord has been swamped with abusive emails after serving squirrel to kids. Chef Gareth Eddy cooked grey squirrel in a stew with dumplings...
Archives for October 12, 2008
'A blizzard of unnecessary red tape' - BBPA slams draft code
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has added its weight to criticisms of controversial government draft proposals covering the drinks...
Cobra Beer extends film sponsorship
Cobra Beer has agreed a two-year sponsorship deal with the British Film Institute (BFI).
M&B stake sale: good news or just another frying pan/fire scenario?
When I heard of the latest goings-on concerning Mitchells & Butlers (M&B) and Robert Tchenguiz I couldn't help conjuring up the following...
Roy Beers: Some drink rules just aren't worth the hassle
It's really the last thing the denizens of the hallowed halls of academe want to hear, while queuing up with cheap booze purchases at their local...
National roll-out for Magners Light
Magners Light will begin its national roll-out from December with 15,000 free cases being offered to licensees who want to trial the low calorie...
Talk of the town
Faith can be sorely tested when times are tough. And few would contend that these are tough times for many in the licensed on-trade. But London Town...
Uncorking the potential
ViVAS, the joint venture wine company that combines the strength of leading foodservice wholesaler 3663 First for Foodservice and independent wine...
Hamish Champ: Smiling and smoking in the Czech Republic
Three years ago I undertook my first ever brewery tour when along with members of the Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers I was shown round...
Carlsberg's plan for new beers
A senior figure at Carlsberg UK has set out the brewer's plans for a number of brands acquired in the wake of its successful joint bid with Heineken...
ShotPak drinks banned from sale
A vodka based drink sold in plastic pouches has been banned because it appeals to children and encourages excessive drinking, according to the Portman Group. The original complaint was filed by Labour MP Sally Keeble.
Back to Basics: A spooktacular opportunity
Hallowe'en is a great opportunity to position your pub as the natural hub for everyone looking for a scarily good time. This year it also falls...
Brains extends Welsh football deal
Brains has agreed a new deal to sponsor Welsh football with its beer 45 continuing as the Official Beer of Welsh football. The four year deal extends...
Vodka drink banned for appealing to kids
A vodka drink will be removed from sale because it looks like a soft drink and could appeal to children. Following a complaint from Labour MP Sally...
Celtic Beer Festival celebrates its 10th birthday
St Austell Brewery's Celtic Beer Festival is to celebrate its tenth birthday in what the hosts promise will be Cornwall's biggest party of the...
Trade attacks government's draft alcohol plans
Tough new government plans to further regulate the on-trade have been attacked by the industry. A draft code of practice, released to trade groups,...