'Oldest community-owned' pub celebrates 20th anniversary
What is believed to be the longest running community-owned pub in the UK celebrates its 20th anniversary on Saturday (1 July).
Archives for June 27, 2017
Wholesale foodservice price inflation ‘highest in 9 years’
Inflation in wholesale foodservice prices hit 9% in May this year, the highest in almost nine years, according to CGA Prestige Foodservice Price Index.
Fuller’s new Master Cellarman of the Year 2017 duo named
David and Caroline Beale are masters of their trade – and its official.
On-trade to feel the brunt of consumer confidence drop
Pubs could feel the effects of declining consumer confidence following the recent political uncertainty and the progression of Brexit, according to new research by information solutions firm Equifax.
Pub awarded zoo licence after two and a half year wait
A pub in Kent has finally been given the go ahead to open a fully-fledged zoo in its grounds after a two-and-a-half-year licensing battle.
BBPA slams proposals for Tower Hamlets late-night levy
Controversial proposals for a late-night levy (LNL) in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets have again been slammed by the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA).
Future Trends: Beer and Cider
Beer and cider trends from home and away
Operators should expect to see more new craft beer and cider launches in the months ahead as experts in the sector predict a dramatic boost in consumer interest.
Future Trends: Beer and Cider
Bad beer and cider hygiene must improve
Operators investing little or nothing in beer and cider hygiene training must change their ways or risk a severe drop in sales, a panel of sector experts has warned.
'Unfair' rates rises set to cripple top pubs
Research into some of the UK’s leading operators has highlighted the “unfair and imbalanced nature” of the current business rates regime.
Coke launches profit-boosting perfect serve campaign
Coca-Cola European Partners has invested a significant amount in the launch of its Perfect Serve Training and Reward programme, which is aimed at boosting operators' soft drinks profits.
Independently brewed beers logo welcomed by SIBA
The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) has praised the US Brewers Association’s move to label beers from independent brewers.
Do pub staff have to wear underwear?
Pubs are entitled to have dress codes in place and can expect their staff to look smart and professional at all times. But, how far can the stipulations go?
Pubs and bars host fundraiser for Grenfell Tower victims
In a show of united community spirit, some of London’s top bars are throwing a fundraising event to support victims of the Grenfell Tower tragedy.