Appointments
Balmoral appoints new Head Sommelier at Number One
The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel, has appointed Matthew O'Donnell as Head Sommelier at it's fine dining restaurant Number One.
Originally from Airdrie, O'Donnell brings over a decade of hospitality and wine expertise to his...
Food and Beverage
Eòlas at Murrayshall wins National Wine List honour
Eòlas, the restaurant at Murrayshall Country Estate in Perthshire, has received a national accolade at the AA Hospitality Awards 2025, taking home the Notable Wine List Award.
The award follows a nomination for the AA...
Food and Beverage
The Chester Hotel launches The Gallery Bar and Restaurant
The Chester Hotel in Aberdeen has opened The Gallery Bar and Restaurant, the latest development in the hotel’s evolution, and the result of a six-figure investment into its dining and hospitality spaces by owners...
Chefs
The Leddie appoints Lewis Lane as Head Chef
The Leddie in Aberlady, recently named in The Times Top 100 Places to Stay for 2025, has appointed Lewis Lane as its new Head Chef, marking a new chapter for the East Lothian boutique...
Chefs
Craigellachie Hotel to open new fine dining restaurant
The Craigellachie Hotel in Speyside has announced the upcoming launch of GEAMAIR, a new fine dining restaurant led by ‘single malt chef’ Pawel Sowa. The opening marks a significant investment in the hotel's culinary...
Business News
Dowans Hotel secures spot in Michelin Guide
The Dowans Hotel in Aberlour has been officially recognised by the Michelin Guide, a milestone moment for the family-run hotel 13 years after the Murray family took ownership of the Speyside property.
Lauren Murray, Managing...
Bars and Restaurants
Ardbeg opens boutique hotel in Port Ellen
Ardbeg has officially opened its first boutique hotel, Ardbeg House, following the conversion of the former Islay Hotel in Port Ellen. The 12-bedroom property, located around three miles from the distillery, began welcoming guests...
Brands
Seamill Hydro invites public to name new restaurant and cocktail lounge
Seamill Hydro is calling on locals and guests to help choose a name for its new restaurant and cocktail lounge, which is currently under construction.
The development forms part of the hotel’s ongoing refurbishment under...
