Equipment focus: Use the space
It may seem an obvious point to make, but when deciding how much time and money to commit to a kitchen refurb, the first thing publicans have to take...
Archives for February 15, 2008
Equipment focus: A new wind blows through
THE FOUR Winds pub is a firm favourite with locals in the village of Belbroughton, near Kidderminster, Worcestershire. Owner James Judd has worked...
Equipment focus: Quick, quick flow
LAUREL PUB Company has put an increased focus on food in its 460-strong town-centre pubs and bars over the past two years, through a major upgrading...
Back to Basics: Keeping order
It seems like the government is determined to press ahead with introducing alcohol disorder zones (ADZs) despite the widespread objections to the...
Car smashes into pub
A driver had a narrow escape when she crashed her car through the front of a Doncaster pub. The car struck the front door of the Salutation as...
Equipment focus: Aids for busy chefs
Faster pizzaPizza dough was originally cooked outdoors on hot flat stones - hence the development of stone ovens. Times have changed and it's now...
Ask An Expert: the Cheltenham Festival
Many of my regulars are keen racing punters. How can I make the most of the upcoming Cheltenham Festival? The Cheltenham Festival - held on March 11...
'Make alcohol more expensive, urge Brown's advisers'
Alcohol should be made more expensive to cut down on violent crime, Gordon Brown's advisers have suggested - Daily TelegraphSupermarkets are to face...
Legal advice: Work at height regulations
The Work At Height Regulations have been in force since 2005. Many employers assume they only apply to work being carried out at a significant...
Chris Maclean: Hope in a new generation
One of the pleasant diversions I have each month is the chance to teach basic cellar management to new licensees. It's a nice role and one I believe...
Beda changes name to Noctis
The Bar Entertainment and Dance Association changes its name to Noctis
Supermarket inquiry means better deal for suppliers
Drinks firms and brewers should be better protected in their dealings with the major supermarkets, after new measures were announced by the...