NEW PRODUCT
'Deli-pub' pioneers roll-out condiments range via new online shop
The pioneers of the ‘deli-pub’ concept have launched a range of handmade condiments.
Archives for September 24, 2014
Cask Report says pubs need culture change to capitalise on ‘beer revolution’
The annual Cask Report has called on the pub trade to abandon ‘outdated stereotypes’ about ale drinkers and end the war with craft beer.
The Publican Awards 2015: The judging process
All the information on the judging process for the Publican Awards 2015, which are now open for entries.
M&B bemoans 'difficult' August
Mitchells & Butlers (M&B), the managed operator, has reported a 0.1% rise in like-for-like sales in the nine weeks to 20 September following “difficult” trading conditions in the pub sector in August.
PMA launches Make Some Noise campaign
The Publican’s Morning Advertiser today launches a campaign to protect established pubs and bars that are threatened with closure due to noise complaints.
Mark McCulloch: 'If I am going out, I expect to be entertained, wowed and inspired'
Mark McCulloch chief executive and founder of brand and marketing agency We Are Spectacular, talks through some of more innovative ways in which venues are promoting their food offer.
Sky Sports awarded rights to Monday Night Football
Sky Sports has won the rights to ‘Monday Night Football’, as part of a new five-year agreement for more live American Football from the NFL (National Football League).
NEW PRODUCT
JJ Food Service meets gluten-free demand with new chips
JJ Food Service has introduced a range of gluten-free chips to meet the “significant increase in demand” for gluten-free products.
Pete Brown on the Cask Report
Working in beer often feels like living in a busy, hyperactive bubble - less so now that beer is finally enjoying the mainstream media attention it deserves.
Publican Awards 2015: previous winners' testimonies
What do previous winners of the Publican Awards have to say about the impact of winning on their businesses?
Griffiths in the frame as hunt for new Punch CEO begins
Punch Taverns chief operating officer Neil Griffiths is a “strong candidate” for the role of chief executive, and the group would look at candidates with retail skills from inside and outside the pub sector, executive chairman Stephen Billingham has said.
Three new pubs awarded Michelin star
Three new pubs have gained a Michelin star in the latest edition of the Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland, which hails the “enormous richness and variety of the UK’s restaurant scene”.
Menu inspiration
British Sausage Week: It's time to fly the flag for the Great British Banger
British Sausage Week is approaching fast so Pub Food takes a look at how publicans can make the most of it — and that’s not a porky.
Trend Watch
Fish counters: An ocean of opportunity
For pubs eager to diversify and add vital revenue streams, fish counters can be an effective way of boosting sales and getting customers to stay for longer.
BUSINESS BOOSTER
Money Makers: Ideas for driving food and drink sales at your pub
Pub Food's focus on event and promotional ideas for your pub.