In search of a hangover cure
ALIBI IS boldly branded the world¹s first 'pre-tox' drink. It is designed, according to its producers, to "prepare the body and process toxins,...
Archives for February 6, 2008
Gov: Alcohol abuse is a priority
The Government has made it "a priority to deliver real and tangible results" on alcohol abuse
Beda: Partnership approach must filter through to police
A trade leader has welcomed the new spirit of partnership with Government but warned it must filter through to front-line police. Reacting to Home...
Roy Beers: A Minister intent on mixing it with the Scottish pub trade
Publicans and trade groups were happy when he was making plenty of bellicose statements about tackling deep-discounting in the off-trade - and about...
ADZs: the chaos continues
Do we have another "I told you so" moment on our hands? Ever since alcohol disorder zones (ADZs) were first mooted three years ago, the pub trade has...
The spirit of the South
Sundown, and it's like an invisible force-field has been thrown up around the Royal Sonesta. Beyond the swinging glass doors the crazies of Bourbon...
Spring menu: Popular dishes for seasonal change
A light touch is clearly the secret of success when it comes to a spring menu. Tim Doran, 3663 development chef, says: "We are tipping spring lamb,...
Spring Menu focus: In Season
Sally Sturley, product marketing manager, fresh produce, Pauleys: February sees the return of Valentine's Day. Although not in season, splash out on...
Marathon contenders line up
THE PRIDE of the pub trade will be on the line in April when the chefs take on the brewers in this year's Flora London Marathon.The Chefs on the Run...
Pete Robinson: Is Alcohol Worse than Ecstasy?
During 50 minutes of absolute twaddle the episode entitled "Is Alcohol Worse than Ecstasy?" gave a count-down of the Top 20 Most Dangerous Drugs in...
Spring menu: Spring in your stewpot
Spring is here, not that you'd notice from the weather. It will hopefully put a bounce in customers' steps after the challenging Christmas and the...
'Toughest trading conditions in 30 years, says Regent Inns boss'
The chairman of Regent Inns Bob Ivell said yesterday that the industry was suffering some of the toughest trading conditions of his 30-year career -...
Home Secretary slams cheap drinks promotions
Home Secretary Jacqui Smith has hit out at cheap alcohol promotions but said she wants to work with drinks industry bosses to tackle alcohol...
Diageo invests in Ketel One vodka
Diageo and the Nolet family have formed a 50/50 company, which will own the rights to Ketel One vodka