Carling unveils community campaign
Carling has launched a campaign to give something back to communities and customers across the UK.
Archives for April 2, 2017
Foie gras abuse prompts publicans to create a support group
Two licensees have vowed to set up a support group for the hospitality trade after animal rights activists posted thousands of fake reviews and “abuse” on their Facebook page because the pub serves foie gras.
CAMRA fights to reopen last pub in Norwich suburb
Plans to turn a closed suburban Norwich pub into flats have faced strong opposition from the Norwich & Norfolk branch of CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale).
Keeping it simple is key to good desserts
Whether you’re a baking whizz or a beginner, desserts in pubs are an important course for punters and shouldn’t be forgotten. On all accounts, though, keeping it simple is the best way forward. Nikkie Sutton reports.
CAMRA tables motion to 'accept' craft beer
Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) members are set to discuss the future of the organisation, the potential to reduce restrictions on labelling and whether the term 'craft beer' will be accepted.
Thousands of pubs’ business rates appeals ‘sitting in limbo’
Business rates appeals submitted by thousands of pubs from 2010 are still waiting for a hearing, despite a new tax regime having started on Saturday, it has been revealed.
St Austell rebrands wine division
Cornish brewer and pubco St Austell has rebranded and relaunched its dedicated wine division.
MPs invited to join Community Pubs Month celebrations
All MPs have been invited to a community pub in north London as CAMRA’s Community Pubs Month kicks off.
Halewood backs City of London Distillery
The City of London Distillery is set to gain new routes to the gin market thanks to 'strategic' investment from Halewood Wines & Spirits.
Pub success: Going multiple
You’ve squeezed everything you can out of your site and are now ready to move on up and run a second site. What challenges await you on the journey to becoming a mighty multiple operator?
‘Lickable’ menus, hippo petting zoos and job-stealing dogs: the best April Fools gags
From some questionable menu innovation by Flaming Grill to horseplay from Robinson’s Brewery, it’s clear the pub trade was feeling silly this weekend. Here’s our round up of the best April Fools gags from across the sector.
Top 50 Gastropubs
New rooms and fourth site for Star Inn Harome
Top UK gastropub the Star Inn is set to expand its original site in Harome, North Yorkshire, while a fourth site in the local seaside town of Whitby will open soon.