DRAM Scotland

07/01/2026

More say for local councils as Visitor Levy Bill published

The Visitor Levy (Amendment) (Scotland) Bill New legislation has been published that gives councils more choice in how they design and apply a visitor levy.

06/01/2026

"...a slice of New York–inspired Italian glamour in Hamilton."

Two years ago, The Meraki Restaurant Group, owned by Fallon and Anthony Cowley, took over Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen in Hamilton and now they have completely transformed the space into Luciano’s, paired with a stylish bar, Vesp Bar, creating a venue that stands out both inside and out.

06/01/2026

Buzzworks has acquired the Nether Abbey Hotel in North Berwick, the well-known coastal hotel, operated by Stirling and Jela Stewart.

Buzzworks has acquired the Nether Abbey Hotel in North Berwick, marking its first step into the accommodation sector and strengthening its presence in East Lothian.

05/01/2026

Happy 10th birthday, Eusebi!

The one thing that strikes you about Eusebi Deli in Glasgow isn’t just the fabulous food, it’s the warmth that envelops you the moment you walk through the door, like a big comforting hug. Perhaps that’s why it’s hard to believe the deli has only just celebrated its tenth anniversary; it fee...

05/01/2026

Is you license ready for the World Cup?

By Stephen Mcgown, TLT LLP After 28 years, we are finally at the big table again – hooray! But what will it mean for pubs in Scotland? There have already been a number of politicians eager to show support not just for the national team but for pubs to be places fans can go to...

22/12/2025

Thanks to De Kuyper Cocktails for letting us sample its Ready To Serve Cocktail Range 🍸🍹

Plus special thanks to Fintry Bay Millport for hosting ⭐️

22/12/2025

17/12/2025

Announcement issued on behalf of the family

Kathleen Hood, who co-founded the Lisini Pub Company with her late husband Harry in 1969, has died following a short illness. She was 81.A highly respected figure in Lanarkshire’s hospitality industry, Kathleen devoted more than 60 years to the trade and helped build one of the region’s best-kno...

09/12/2025

Some fantastic news for Heineken 💚👏

HEINEKEN UK has been named the number one drinks supplier to the UK On-Trade in the latest Advantage Report Voice of the Customer.

09/12/2025

Former BrewDog CEO James Brown is leading the return of Jamie’s Italian to the UK high street as CEO of Brava Hospitality Group, the operator behind the rebrand of Prezzo Italian.

09/12/2025

Encore Bars continue to expand as they take on The Globe in Edinburgh 💙

Edinburgh hospitality operator Encore Bars Group has added The Globe Bar on Niddry Street to its growing city centre portfolio.

09/12/2025

Great news for The Corinthian Glasgow 👏

The Corinthian Club in Glasgow has been confirmed as the official home of Team Scotland House for the 2026 Commonwealth Games – positioning the venue at the heart of Scotland’s sporting, cultural and business engagement programme next summer.