Scotland
We report on the key developments shaping Scotlandโs foodservice and hospitality sector, from Glasgow and Edinburgh to Aberdeen, Inverness, and beyond. This archive covers restaurant and pub openings, catering contracts, chef appointments, regulatory changes, trading updates, and regional challenges unique to the Scottish market. Whether you’re a local operator, part of a national brand with Scottish sites, or a supplier monitoring demand shifts, we provide the insights you need. Our editorial focus ensures that chefs, landlords, caterers, and hospitality executives stay informed on whatโs happening across Scotlandโs diverse and dynamic food landscape.
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Jan- 2019 -2 JanuaryCatering Companies
Sodexo wins ยฃ4m per year contract with Scottish Fire and Rescue
Catering company Sodexo has announced it has acquired a four-year contract worth ยฃ4m per year with Scottish Fire and Rescue (SFRS). The contract will see Sodexo deliver catering, cleaning, security and waste services. The agreement covers the full SFRS estate made up of 420 locations, including wholetime and retained duty…
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Dec- 2018 -13 DecemberPubs and Bars
The Grahamston opens following ยฃ1.2m transformation
The Grahamston, a new restaurant and bar located in the heart of Glasgow city centre, has opened its doors today following a ยฃ1.2m transformation. Located within Radisson Blu on Argyle Street, the new dining and drinking experience is inspired by Grahamston, once a bustling village in the heart of the…
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10 DecemberRestaurants
New executive head chef appointed at Trump Turnberry
Award-winning chef Callum Dow has been promoted to executive head chef at the five-star Trump Turnberry hotel, expecting to bring an โexciting visionโ for the venueโs varied menus. Dow joined the hotel as chef de cuisine in 2017 and was promoted to executive sous chef within six months, before taking…
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Nov- 2018 -15 NovemberPeople
Michelin-starred Adam Stokes to open new Birmingham restaurant
Michelin-starred chef, Adam Stokes, is to open a new Birmingham restaurant named Oyster Club. Located on Temple Street, the location will feature an oyster bar and seafood restaurant, underneath the currently existing Ivy Restaurant. The Oyster Club will open in February 2019, featuring a 30-cover restaurant and 24-seater bar. Oysters…
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Oct- 2018 -22 OctoberAwards & Events
Buzzworks named Ayrshireโs โBest Businessโ
Scotland-based independent restaurant and bar operator, Buzzworks Holdings, has been crowned Ayrshireโs Best Business. The hospitality group took home the title of Best Business with more than 51 employees from the latest Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. Buzzworks operates 11 venues under its four brands โ Elliots, Scotts, House…
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4 OctoberBusiness
The Restaurant Group puts nine sites up for sale
Frankie and Bennyโs and Chiquito owner, The Restaurant Group (TRG) has put nine of its restaurants up for sale following the successful sale of 31 of its restaurants. International real estate advisor Savills has been instructed to sell its former sites in England and Scotland. The units are available on…
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Sep- 2018 -25 SeptemberAwards & Events
Bibendumโs Claude Bosi recognised at AA Hospitality Awards
Bibendum chef patron Claude Bosi was among some of the people and establishments acknowledged at AA Hospitality Awards which celebrated its 21st year. The ceremony was held at Grosvenor House in London and hosted by TV presenter Claudia Winkleman. Bosi was given the Chefโs Chef award, chosen by his peers…
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3 SeptemberPubs and Bars
Buzzworks acquires second venue in east Scotland
Scottish hospitality business, Buzzworks Holdings, has confirmed the purchase of The Bridge Inn in Linlithgow making it its second property in the east of Scotland. Buzzworks is set to launch its first venture in the east of Scotland when Scotts bar and restaurant at Port Edgar Marina, South Queensferry opens…
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Aug- 2018 -28 AugustAdvice
How to successfully manage virtual teams in the catering industry
Today the catering industry employs over 2.3 million people, and this figure is predicted to rise by 2.5% by the end of 2019, according to data from IBISWorld. Whatโs more, by 2020 half of the UK workforce will work remotely according to estimates. In the catering industry this includes roles…
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Jul- 2018 -25 JulyPeople
Hospitality businesses advised to prepare staff for violence and abuse
Some 47% of consumers have witnessed some form of abuse towards hospitality staff in pubs, restaurants, takeaways and hotels in the past three years, new research from insurer NFU Mutual has found. The abusive behaviours ranged from belittling, being patronising, cursing, shouting and physical attacks upon employees. The research also…
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