Hundson-based pub Fox & Hounds has received the prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand award for the fourth year running, heralding it as the best eatery in the county. The award follows a recent refurbishment, supported with funding from HSBC. Fox & Hounds has partnered with HSBC since it was founded in 2004. With the bank’s support of a commercial mortgage, owners … [Read more...]
MP joins in celebrations at The Commercial
Local MP, Andrea Jenkyns, joined the team at The Commercial in Morley to toast to the pub’s success following a £346,000 investment by national pub operator, Punch. The Commercial opened again on 23 November with a VIP event which also welcomed the Mayor of Morley, Councillor Bob Gettings and local Councillors Thomas Leadley and Lew Beever. New publicans Mike Gorvin and … [Read more...]
Goose Island Beer Co to open UK’s first American craft beer bar in Balham
Goose Island, an iconic Chicago brewery that pioneered craft brewing in the US, opens the doors to the Vintage Ale House on 16th December – its first venue this side of the Atlantic, which the Company’s founder says will be their ‘spiritual home’ outside the States. The Vintage Ale House will bring a passion for innovative artisanal brews to Balham’s vibrant food, drink and … [Read more...]
Hairy Biker joins Guild of Beer Writers
The British Guild of Beer Writers has presented its first honorary membership to Dave Myers - one half of the Hairy Bikers TV chefs duo - in recognition of his sterling work to promote beer and pubs. As well as his various TV series with Si King, which included The Hairy Bikers' Pubs That Built Britain earlier this year, the honorary membership also recognised Myers' … [Read more...]
A prosthetic leg, stuffed otter and a Jack Russell called Benson walked into a pub…
As the 2016 party season approaches, Young’s has revealed its catalogue of lost property, party paraphernalia and forgotten Secret Santa presents. While the list features many of the everyday essentials we can’t live without – phones, house keys, train tickets and bank cards – some of the more unusual finds have amazed staff and raised a few eyebrows at the same time. Among … [Read more...]
SBPA welcomes conclusion of Scottish Government pubs study
The Scottish Beer & Pub Association - the leading trade-body representing Scotland’s brewing and pub industry - has welcomed the conclusion of the Scottish Government’s study into the tied-pub market in Scotland, saying that it will safeguard jobs and investment in the country. Commenting, Brigid Simmonds Chief Executive of the SBPA said: “The SBPA very much welcomes … [Read more...]
‘Toby’s Got Talent’ shines the spotlight on employee expertise
Home of the Roast, Toby Carvery, has revealed the winners of its very first ‘Toby’s Got Talent’ competition. Toby Carvery introduced this internal competition in early 2016 as a way of recognising talent across its entire portfolio of restaurants, and as a way to further engage with its employees nationwide. This competition gives Toby Carvery the chance to shine the … [Read more...]
Jack toasts latest success as pub gets makeover
A popular Chorley pub that rose from the ashes is proving to be a big hit with customers after undergoing a £100,000 refurbishment. The Dressers Arms, Wheelton, was rebuilt within one year after it was damaged by fire in 2014. It has now undergone a further renovation after being bought by hospitality boss Jack Catterall, who also owns the adjoining Little Hong Kong … [Read more...]
Christmas what’s on: pubs open for a Christmas Day feast
Forget stuffing the turkey, peeling the potatoes and chopping the carrots, this year let someone else take care of the festive faff and enjoy a decadent four-course Christmas feast with all the trimmings at your local Young’s or Geronimo Inn’s pub. We’ve shortlisted just a few pubs, but check out your local and make it your home from home, ensuring you make the most of the big … [Read more...]
Shepherd Neame Limited acquires Village Green Restaurants Limited
Shepherd Neame, the Kent-based brewer, pub and hotel operator has acquired Village Green Restaurants Limited from Alex and Helen Bensley for a total consideration of £11.85m. Village Green Restaurants Limited operates five freehold pub restaurants in and around Maidstone and Ashford in the company’s Kent heartland. All the pub restaurants will be operated under Shepherd … [Read more...]
ALMR leading sector-wide push for fruit machine innovation
The ALMR has responded to the Government’s review of gaming machines and social responsibility measures calling for a more attractive offer for customers using Category C machines. The ALMR’s submission has called for an increase in stakes to £2 and an increase in the maximum prize to £150. The ALMR is also pushing for a modernisation of standards, incorporating cashless … [Read more...]
DrinkUp.London announces new Festival Director for London Beer Week
DrinkUp.London is pleased to welcome their newest recruit, Ali Dedianko, who joins the team as Festival Director for London Beer Week (13-19 March 2017). Ali has made the move to beer from spirits, having spent the past 6 years at Belvedere Vodka, where she worked as Global Brand Ambassador before being promoted to Director of Education. Although the jump from the world … [Read more...]
Sector can lead on drink driving initiatives, says ALMR
The ALMR has responded to the launch of the annual THINK! Drink driving campaign by reminding customers not to drink and drive and praised the work of industry-led drink drive schemes. ALMR Chief Executive Kate Nicholls said: “We fully support the Government’s message that there should be a zero-tolerance approach to drink driving. Drink driving is, rightfully, not socially … [Read more...]
Knutsford company wins national Amazon Growing Business Award
A Cheshire-based pub company has won a prestigious Amazon Growing Business Award at a national ceremony in London. The Cheshire company saw off competition from hundreds of entrepreneurs and businesses from across the UK to claim the top prize. Knutsford-based The New World Trading Company won the Mid-Sized Company (Turnover £25m-£50m) award after competing against names … [Read more...]
James Ramsden and Sam Herlihy to open Enfant Terrible
James Ramsden and Sam Herlihy, the brains behind Michelin-starred Pidgin are to open Enfant Terrible, Hackney’s smallest wine bar, on December 1st at 51 Greenwood Road. A barbershop by day, and bar by night, the new opening will offer a daily changing wine list, cocktails and bar snacks. In a nod to the new generation of Parisian wine bars, Enfant Terrible ‘will be a gonzo … [Read more...]