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Archives for September 17, 2014
A 2% cut in duty is not 'asking for the world,' says WSTA chief
The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) is reaching out to pubs and bars to help achieve a 2% cut in duty in the next budget.
Chef & Brewer crowns its 2014 'Masterchef' champion
Chef & Brewer, the 130-strong Spirit Pub Company brand, has named the winner of its annual chef competition.
Southampton City Council approves late-night levy
Southampton City Council is the seventh local authority to rubber-stamp proposals for a late-night levy.
Seabrooks launches 'peel front' sharing crisps for pubs
The days of ripping the back of crisp packets to be able to share the bag may well be over, as Seabrook crisps reveals its new “peel front” format.
Home Office advises councils to use hospital data in licence reviews
The Government is set to advise councils to include data such as A&E admissions and complaints about sleep deprivation or light pollution as evidence in licence reviews, the Publican’s Morning Advertiser understands.
Hospitality dazzles at Women 1st Shine Awards
Women in the hospitality sector were recognised in the 2014 Women 1st Shine Awards, which also inducted 17 businesswomen into the Women 1st Top 100 Club.
NEW PRODUCT
M&J Seafood serves up new range of salmon and haddock fishcakes
M&J Seafood has introduced a range of salmon and haddock fishcakes suitable for both meals and bar snacks.
How to sell more vodka
The vodka category is diverse and rich with liquids screaming premium credentials, but pubs have been slow to adopt some of the more impressive options available, falling back on a fail-safe favourite.
Preparing for Christmas
As memories of a sunshiny summer dim, folk are already turning their thoughts to the festive season. And publicans need to be ahead of them. The PMA finds out how leading operators are preparing for Christmas.
INDUSTRY INSIGHT
Profile: How Cambridge concept Pint Shop embraces all walks of life
Pint Shop, based in Peas Hill in Cambridge, opened in November 2013. Co-owner Richard Holmes talks to Pub Food about expansion plans, the importance of staff training and inspiring concepts.
Time is short to comply with new allergen law
I can often be found reminding people of the huge number of issues that we deal with at the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA). As well as the big issues facing the sector, our industry constantly faces a wide range of new regulatory challenge with a...
Robinsons to offer innovative new tenancy agreements
Robinsons, the Cheshire brewer and pub operator, is to offer drinks discounts at selected pubs based on competition in the local market and what consumers are prepared to pay.
UK dining-led pubs shortlisted for international Mr & Mrs Smith awards
A number of UK dining-led pubs with rooms have been shortlisted in this year’s international Smith Hotel Awards.
Upham says pubs can benefit from sponsorship deal with London Irish
Upham Brewery has signed a three-year sponsorship deal with London Irish rugby club and wants publicans to share the benefits.
Vedett launches an 'extra ordinary' IPA
Belgian brewery Duvel Moortgat has added an IPA to its Vedett range.
SHOW PREVIEW
Restaurant Show 2014: Why visiting can benefit your business
Organised by William Reed Business Media – publisher of the Publican's Morning Advertiser – the Restaurant Show will bring together restauranteurs, caterers and chefs over a three-day period from 6-8 October. Here's Pub Food's comprehensive guide to all...
Pub companies outline their plans for Cask Ale Week
Cask Ale Week (CAW) 2014 is almost upon us. Here is a rundown of what some brewers and pub companies have planned…
TREND WATCH
Kimchi: South Korea’s national dish
To go by its traditional definition, kimchi is a fermented Korean side dish made of vegetables and seasonings. Hundreds of different versions of the dish are known throughout the world, but most commonly, it is made with Napa cabbage, radish, scallion or...
Stonegate launches loyalty card for students
Stonegate Pub Company has launched a student loyalty card that offers rewards for money spent on food and drink across its pubs.
Interior design tips for pubs
From digital wallpaper to kerb appeal, architectural interior designer Laura Seddon, from Millson Associates, shares her top design tips for publicans looking to carry out a makeover of their premises
Punch Taverns offers £5m of giveaways for tenants at its 2014 roadshows
Punch Taverns has revealed the dates for its 2014 roadshows and urged tenants to take advantage of the special discounts and deals on offer.
Pubs lead boom in hospitality recruitment
Pubs dominated the growth in hospitality recruitment in the last quarter with a 50% hike, according to a new report.