PRODUCT NEWS
MacKnight brings salmon-based burgers, sausages and bacon to foodservice
Producer MacKnight is launching a range of salmon-based burgers, sausages and bacon to the foodservice sector.
Archives for October 8, 2014
Last orders (for now)
It was in the sweltering heat of summer 2003 when, fresh out of journalism college, my journey in the pub trade began as a cub reporter at the Morning Advertiser.
Pub on Wheels venture launched
Pubs On Wheels (POW), a new venture in which Cirrus Inns has taken a majority stake, has been launched with plans to grow to 20 vehicles over the next five years.
Brandon Lewis and Punch Taverns among winners at BBPA annual awards
The British Beer & Pub Association has announced the winners of its 2014 awards.
Former professional Masterchef quarter-finalist in first pub venture
A former quarter-finalist on professional Masterchef and North West Young Chef of the Year has taken on his first pub.
Pub managers in frame for UK Restaurant Manager of the Year
Two pub managers have made it through to the semi-final stage of a prestigious national restaurant manager competition.
MENU IDEAS
Sharing food: Grab a piece of the action
Smaller dishes and tapas are a great way to boost income and bring people together at pubs, Noli Dinkovski finds out more.
Make Some Noise: 'We cancelled an event but residents still complained'
An employee of a Cheshire pub has hit out at the local council tightening his licence conditions, after residents complained about noise from an event that never actually happened.
EVENTS
Ways to celebrate Bonfire Night
From a rich banquet to bonfire barbecues, Pub Food showcases some of the best ideas in the run up to this year's Bonfire Night, on 5 November.
Irish craft gin Shortcross launched
Shortcross Gin, an Irish small batch gin, is now available to pubs and bars across the UK.
PRODUCT NEWS
CQS unveils new Garofalo pasta for children and babies
Italian supplier Continental Quattro Stagioni (CQS) has introduced a new pasta range for children and babies.
The Big Interview: John Sands, Admiral Taverns chairman
John Sands' retirement is not going well. Eleven years after leaving the industry, his love of pubs has drawn him back into a leading role. Phil Mellows meets the new chairman of Admiral Taverns.
Insight
A guide to capital allowances
Earlier this year, capital allowances specialists Catax Solutions warned that publicans need to take advantage of new legislation or risk losing millions in tax relief. MD Mark Tighe explains how licensees can ensure the money is not lost forever
Enterprise Inns commercial director Ed Cottrell quits
Enterprise’s commercial director Ed Cottrell is to leave the business to pursue opportunities within the brewing and brands sector.
CHEF FOCUS
Paul Mercandelli: The man in the moon
Pub Food talks perfect pub menus, pâté and chef motivation with Paul Mercandelli, kitchens director at six-strong Cheshire-based New Moon Pub Company.
Pete Brown: Hop to it - get planting
UK hops may have looked in terminal decline a couple of decades back but, as Pete Brown finds, the future's looking rosy for Homulus lupulus.
How to host a Day of the Dead event
Pubs hosting Day of the Dead celebrations can boost footfall, gain attention and remind people that life is for living. Jessica Mason explains how to get your venue ready.
ALMR benchmarking survey shows red tape threatening recovery
Licensees are now spending more than 5% of annual turnover dealing with red tape, according to the latest Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers’ Benchmarking Survey, exclusively revealed in today's PMA.
BUSINESS BOOSTER
Money Makers: Ideas for driving food and drink sales at your pub
Pub Food's focus on event and promotional ideas for your pub.