Local retailers in Great Yarmouth will be offered free training by supermarkets Asda, Tesco and Sainsbury about the sale of alcohol, as part of a bid to crack down on under-age drinking.
Read more...The hospitality sector is split over whether 2012 will be good for business or whether it's on shaky ground, according to a survey by Baker Tilly.
Read more...A late-night levy to be imposed on the restaurant and bar sector will damage business and degrade the high street, says the Forum for Private Business.
Sterling had a mixed day as the FTSE recovered from its 2012 lows yesterday, strengthening against the US dollar and the euro.
Read more...Wine agency Barwell & Jones has appointed a new sales director to look after its premium wine portfolio.
Read more...Up-and-coming regions turning their hand to sparkling wine production are giving Champagne a run for its money.
Read more...Rum brand, Sailor Jerry is to open a new concept venue later this month, that will double as a gallery and store by day, and gig and dive bar by night.
Read more...Berry Bros. & Rudd has released a limited edition single cask malt whisky to commemorate the centenary of the sinking of RMS Titanic.
Read more...Sterling had a mixed day weakening off against the euro and the US dollar.
Read more...Results from Scotland suggest the government's proposed ban on multibuy drinks promotions could have a worse long-term impact on wine sales than in beers and spirits.
Read more...Wemyss Malts has launched an eight year old blended malt, The Hive.
Read more...Sterling weakened against the US dollar and rallied to a two and a half month high against the euro on Thursday as fears surrounding Spain dominated the markets.
Read more...Other "hot" wines from the Bordeaux 2011 vintage are being sought out as buyers await First Growth pricing, according to wine retailer Slurp.
Read more...Guy Wilkes, 49, has died following a battle with pancreatic cancer.
Read more...Proposed regulations around alcohol - such as minimum pricing - are gaining energy, and a greater degree of acceptance with the public, says the Future Foundation's Barry Clark.
Read more...Pancho Campo MW of the Wine Academy of Spain is switching his business away from wine trade-only events in part response to the "deeply upsetting" attacks he and his family have suffered in recent months.
Read more...The Fairtrade Foundation is hoping the 12% value increase in wine sales in the off-trade, coupled with its Olympic supply partnership deal, will boost its on-trade profile.
Read more...Champagne house Moët & Chandon has signed a three-year sponsorship deal in support of the UK Sommelier of the Year competition.
Read more...Secret speakeasy bar Barts is going flower power crazy in honour of The Chelsea Flower Show which will take place from May 22-26.
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