Enterprise Inns rolls out Beacon managed tenancy agreement to Somerset pub
A Somerset pub is switching to Enterprise Inns’ managed tenancy model as it seeks to boost weekday trade and broaden its customer base.
Archives for July 20, 2014
Cornwall carnival organiser defends publican who 'blacked up' as Venus Williams
A Cornwall festival organiser has defended a local pub landlord who was the subject of a race row for ‘blacking up’ as Venus Williams.
Inn Collection Group buys first pub outside the north east
Pub operator Inn Collection Group is expanding out of the north east of England.
Gourmet hotdogs 'a fad'
Gourmet hotdogs, juice bars and bubble tea bars are “short lived” crazes, although street food is starting to have a greater influence across the wider UK restaurant sector, according to the new Menu & Food Trends Report from Allegra Foodservice.
Could this be the barman of the future?
Human bar staff could be a step closer to extinction after Honda unveiled a robot that can open bottles and serve drinks.
Operators use 'exit' food items to grow margins
Operators are continuing to offer very competitive price points for entry level dishes but charging significantly more for their most expensive ‘exit’ food items, according to the Menu & Food Trends report from Allegra Foodservice.
Retired licensee praises LTC scheme designed to combat social isolation
A retired publican has praised the Licensed Trade Charity’s (LTC) Befriending Scheme, which offers friendship and support to ex-licensees.
Publican launches 'social enterprise' cafés
A publican from Lancashire has opened a new café in Manchester employing out of work young people.
Mayor of Gosport steps down after Pubwatch ban
Gosport licensees have stood by the decision to ban the Mayor from its pubs, following news that he has resigned from the post.
Hosts plans to capitalise on graduation season
Licensees are planning special menus and promotions to attract customers during the graduation period.