Ale and Beer

"Culinary superstars" in action at the International Food & Drink Event

Martin Bates, chief executive of the Craft Guild of Chefs, recommends visiting the Skillery at the International Food & Drink Event.

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Britain's top cop calls for fewer pubs and licensing reform

Britain’s most senior police officer has said councils should seek to limit the number of pubs in their area to combat alcohol fuelled disorder.

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Business boosters: brocante and vintage market, buffet and talks

Money making ideas for your pub or bar

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My pub: Old Bridge Inn, Ripponden, West Yorkshire

Pork pies, cold meat buffets and no swearing have been the mainstays of possibly Yorkshire’s oldest hostelry, the Old Bridge Inn in Ripponden, since Lindsay Eaton Walker’s family took over in 1963. Her husband Tim tells Alison Baker how traditional values remain at the heart of the third-generation family business

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Protz: In praise of beer with food

Roger Protz and Melissa Cole conduct a symphony of tastes over a three course lunch.

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Consumer survey reveals power of online review sites

The majority of consumers search for online reviews of pubs and restaurants before they choose where to eat, according to a new survey.

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JDW boss Tim Martin slams 'misleading' practices from property agents

JD Wetherspoon (JDW) chairman Tim Martin has attacked the practice of properties being sold at auction on the basis of inaccurate information.

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UK pub & restaurant sales up 5.8% year-on-year

UK pub and restaurant groups saw their 23^rd consecutive month of like-for-like sales growth, continuing a trend of consistent post-recession growth.

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How to appeal an ACV listing

Experts argue that a building in use is better than one left empty, which can happen at ACV-listed pubs. David Brammer, solicitor and head of planning at commercial law firm SGH Martineau, explains how licensees can appeal a listing

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Entries open for Maggi's 'Make It Up To Mum' chef competition

Maggi has launched a new competition, aimed at getting busy chefs who will be working on Mother’s Day to “make it up to mum”.

Source:Entries open for Maggi's 'Make It Up To Mum' chef competition