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The Surrey-based Victoria pub, a stalwart on Oxshott High Street for over 100 years, has cemented its position at the pinnacle of British dining with its latest recognition from the AA. For the second time, the pub's kitchen, led by head chef Daniel Lee, has been awarded three
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West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker has sounded the alarm on the struggling pubs and hospitality industry in the region, calling for urgent reforms to business rates to prevent further closures. The mayor's comments come as the industry faces escalating costs, with many small pubs struggling to stay afloat.
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Mikaku, the Japanese bar and restaurant in Glasgow's Queen Street, will shut its doors for the final time on September 14, citing rising costs, staffing pressures, and the recent National Insurance contribution increase as reasons for its closure. The decision allows the team to focus on their new
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Greene King pubs' nationwide grassroots music competition is heading to Yorkshire on 22nd and 24th August for its regional heats. Local artists will have the chance to battle it out for a spot in the national final and win a once-in-a-lifetime prize. The regional heats are part of Greene
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The UK hospitality sector is facing an unprecedented crisis, with nearly 90% of pubs, restaurants, and other businesses raising prices and over 50% cutting staff numbers since the government's introduction of higher employers' national insurance and minimum wage. According to industry chiefs, the tax increases have added
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The community of Brimington in Chesterfield is in an uproar as a proposal to knock down the historic Three Horsehoes pub has been met with fierce opposition. The pub, a cornerstone of the community, faces the threat of demolition to make way for a drive-thru cafe, a plan that has
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This year's beer festival at Duration's brewery is set to be the biggest and best yet, with a three-day celebration of music, food, and drinks from September 26-28. The event has already had a successful run in 2024, and organizers are promising a fun-filled weekend with
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In the midst of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, finding a suitable spot to relax and rejuvenate can be a daunting task. With the multitude of bars, restaurants, and people, it's easy to get swept up in the chaos. Luckily, experts in the drinks industry have come to the
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The Blue Boar Hotel in Maldon will host a beer festival with live music from August 22 to August 25, offering 16 real ales and a variety of musical performances. The event will feature local talent, including singer Joanna Power, guitarist Paul Etherton, and saxophonist Christian Beck, among others. The
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The popular food and drink festival is set to return next month, offering visitors a unique opportunity to taste and experience cuisine from around the world. Alton FlavourFest will take place in the Public Gardens on Sunday, September 7, featuring over 60 food and drink stalls, street food vendors, cookery
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In the heart of Alexandra township, entrepreneur Gift Sedibeng has turned his passion for Mexican cuisine into a thriving business, Siga Culinary Restaurant. With the help of the Tavern Transformation project, Sedibeng, along with other entrepreneurs like Florence Rambuda, owner of Thathe Tavern, have transformed their establishments into safe, clean,
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The Bar & Restaurant Expo Denver will take place at the Colorado Convention Center on October 26-28, 2025, offering a dynamic education program tailored for bar and restaurant owners and operators. The event features a line-up of expert speakers, including David Kaplan, CEO of Gin & Luck (Death & Co)
