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Celeb backed brands aren’t failsafe for success

Published:  06 September, 2024

New data has revealed the precarious business of investing in celebrity backed brands; for while they tend to outperform their total category, celebrity involvement doesn’t always guarantee success.

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Friday read: Is the outdoor smoking ban a smoking gun for hospitality?

Published:  06 September, 2024

London’s D&D restaurant group isn’t the only major player in UK hospitality to significantly invest in outdoor spaces over the past 17 years.

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WineGB urges government support to boost wine exports

Published:  05 September, 2024

WineGB is calling on the government to increase support for promoting British wine sales abroad, as exports have seen significant growth. The proportion of sales from exports has doubled from 4% in 2021 to 8% in 2023, reflecting growing international interest in English and Welsh wines.

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Scottish hospitality faces regulatory challenges amid visitor levy and cup charge plans

Published:  05 September, 2024

Scotland's hospitality sector is bracing for the impact of new regulations outlined in the Scottish government's Programme for Government 2024-25, including a visitor levy and a proposed 25p charge on single-use cups, which includes plastic beer cups.

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Jamie Avenell: ‘Looking Back, Forging Ahead’

Published:  04 September, 2024

We conclude our summer Q&A series with Jamie Avenell, wine buying director, Bibendum Wine (C&C Group).

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Enotria&Coe founder Remo Nardone passes away

Published:  04 September, 2024

Remo Nardone, the inimitable founder of Enotria&Coe, has sadly passed away aged 89.

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NZ wine industry unveils roadmap to net zero by 2050

Published:  04 September, 2024

New Zealand Winegrowers has unveiled the New Zealand Wine Roadmap to Net Zero 2050 during the Research & Innovation Forum, part of the Altogether Unique 2024 wine celebrations held on 30 August in Wellington. 

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New tool helps locate England's nearest vineyards

Published:  03 September, 2024

Wine remains a popular choice for Brits, with a growing number now turning to homegrown options. 

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Hospitality looks to inflation relief to raise hopes on sales and margins

Published:  03 September, 2024

Caution about the future remains a staple concern among Britain’s hospitality leaders as pressure on the cost of doing business continues to rise.

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Alcoholic drink manufacturers face profit decline

Published:  03 September, 2024

UK small and mid-sized food and drink manufacturers are grappling with a stark profitability drop, with the alcohol sector experiencing the most significant hit. 

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Holyrood celebrates international success via Dutch partnership

Published:  02 September, 2024

Edinburgh-based Holyrood Distillery has reported strong export growth as mid-year sales already exceed that of 2023 by 15% thanks to an exclusive partnership with Dutch importer and distributor High Spirits.

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Oxford Landing clinches official wine partnership with the British & Irish Lions

Published:  02 September, 2024

South Australian family-owned winery Oxford Landing has been announced as the Official Wine Partner for The British & Irish Lions for their upcoming Lions tour to Australia.

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Four leading South Africa estates join Hallgarten

Published:  02 September, 2024

Hallgarten & Novum Wines is significantly expanding its South African portfolio with the exclusive addition of four premium suppliers from across the country.

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Julian Momen: ‘Looking Back, Forging Ahead’

Published:  02 September, 2024

We continue our summer Q&A series with Julian Momen, MD of Enotria& Coe.

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Friday Read: Why the UK should embrace the new labelling rules

Published:  30 August, 2024

Madalena Moreira, oenologist at Encirc, argues there is room for everyone in the UK wine trade to benefit from the post-Brexit bottling rules, and that the changes will not negatively impact sales of quality English sparkling wine.

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Andrew Bewes: ‘Looking Back, Forging Ahead’

Published:  30 August, 2024

We continue our summer Q&A series with Andrew Bewes, MD, Hallgarten Wines.

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Hospitality faces potential outdoor smoking ban

Published:  29 August, 2024

Lighting up outside on restaurant terraces and pub gardens could be outlawed by the new Labour government, creating more uncertainty for businesses which are already struggling to encourage consumers to visit their venues.

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Pernod Ricard forecasts return to growth in 2025 following wine sale

Published:  29 August, 2024

Spirits giant Pernod Ricard has forecasted that its sales will grow again next year after suffering a post-pandemic slump.

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Webinar sign up: B Corp for the Wine Trade

Published:  29 August, 2024

Have you ever considered what it takes to become a B Corp certified company?

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Indie retailers face down living wage increases

Published:  28 August, 2024

The National President of the Fed (Federation of Independent Retailers) has written to the new Secretary of State for Business and Trade to highlight the impact of higher wages on smaller businesses.

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