Trade body defends wine producers
A wine industry chief has hit back at claims that many popular wines contain too many unknown additives which could pose a health risk. Channel 4's...
Archives for September 15, 2008
WSTA hits back at mis-labelling of wine claims
The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has hit back against claims that wine is mis-labelled and full of artificial flavourings and additives to mimic the tatste of grapes.
Chris Maclean: If I was Prime Minister for a day...
Last week I was invited to talk to a group of sixth formers at a local school. At issue was drink and young people. I asked them the question ~ what...
Morning Advertiser victory on EPCs
Pressure from the Morning Advertiser has helped to secure a temporary reprieve for pubs requiring an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) — with a transition period being introduced until 4 January.
Indian restaurant spices up sales
Britain's love affair with Indian cuisine has helped save a struggling village pub by increasing its sales by up to 60 per cent.The Queen's Head in...
Are pubs ready for Harry Hill's nuts?
The pub snacks market has been shaken up with the launch of Harry's Nuts!, a new Fairtrade brand.Harry Hill, star of TV Burp and You've Been Framed,...
'Give pubs a break'
Pubs across the country united yesterday to ring their bells as a wake-up call to Westminster. The mass bell-ringing, organised by the British Beer...
Bottled Beer: The case for specialities
You only have to look at the growth of boutique music festivals, locally sourced food and even organic clothing to see that consumer demand for...
Bottled Beer: Bottles blaze a trail for Cobra
When The Publican last spoke to Cobra, conquering draught was very much in the beer company's sights. "It is very important when you consider that...
'Beer and wine can lower a man's fertility'
Brown ale and red wine, along with coffee and brazil nuts, may lower sperm counts. The drinks contain particularly high levels of phytoestrogens,...
Bottled Beer: Advice on stocking your fridges from those who know
Need more advice on how to stock your fridge? Scottish & Newcastle (S&N) has launched www.planyourfridge.com, a web service available to all...