Spanish chef Pizarro signs as ambassador for wine producer Codorníu in the UK

Spanish wine producer Codorníu Raventos has signed up chef José Pizarro as its ambassador in the UK for the next two years.

Insights: Italian wines by the glass can shine in the on-trade

At this year's Bellavita Expo last month, Raul Diaz hosted a masterclass focusing on how the on-trade could make the most of Italian wines by the glass.

Insights: The rise of Spanish white wines in the on-trade

Spanish white wines are emerging from the shadow of the reds with a number of varieties and styles that are making headway in the UK on-trade.

People: Molson Coors' head of wine Gary Keller looks at what is driving wine growth at the beer giant

For Molson Coors' Gary Keller, customer service and quality are key to driving growth in the beer giant's wine offer. He shares how the company goes above and beyond for its customers.

Analysis: The summer of gin

It's official: gin has gone global. No longer confined to English back bars, now the rest of the world wants a slice of the action.

Restaurant Review: Brighton's the Salt Room

Owner Razak Helalat, who also runs the phenomenally successful Coal Shed in Brighton, has opened an new venue called the Salt Room.

Meet the Gardiniers: Brothers behind Le Taillevent bring a French institution to London

Ahead of their newest restaurant venture, which opens in London next month, Erin Smith sits down with the Gardinier brothers, owners of the famed Le Taillevent in Paris.

Quaglino's partners with Tanqueray to launch pop-up indoor garden

Enjoy Life By The Glass wins exclusive new contract

Single-serve wine brand Enjoy Life By The Glass (ELBTG) has been chosen as the exclusive wine provider by the 13,000-seater SSE Hydro venue in Glasgow.

Euroboozer ships 'biggest range' of US craft beers to hit UK in one go

World beer importer Euroboozer has launched what it claims is the biggest range of American craft beers and ciders to ever land in the UK at one time.

Gin Guild survey: Six out of 10 on-trade customers ask for a gin by brand name

A survey conducted for The Gin Guild by One Poll showed that almost two-thirds of on-trade customers (62%) ask for a specific gin by name rather than settling for the generic house gin when ordering a G&T. The results suggest half request tonic by name too.

Champagne & Fromage bistro and shop concept expands with third London site

Bistro and retail deli concept Champagne & Fromage has opened its third site in London.

Multi-vintage Lallier Champagne makes UK debut through Boutinot

Champagne Lallier has released the first cuvée in its Série R collection of multi-vintage NV Champagnes through Boutinot in the UK.

Edinburgh gin revamped with bartender-friendly slimline bottle

Spencerfield Spirit has bought out a new slimline bottle for its Edinburgh Gin brand which it says makes it easier to handle for bartenders.

Interview: Robinsons Brewery doubles turnover with five-year plan

How does a traditional drinks business double turnover, margin and cash profit in the space of five years? Angela Mount meets Paul Robinson and Noel Reid of Robinsons Brewery to find out

Beer Academy launches first online course to equip on-trade staff with the basics

Training organisation the Beer Academy has launched an online Beer Steward qualification, which enables on-trade staff to gain a sound understanding of the basics of beer, from brewing to serving customers.

Boutinot releases entry-level Spanish wine pair for independents

Boutinot has worked with Spanish producer Bodegas Murviedro to produce a red and a white entry level wine aimed at the on-trade and independent retailers.

Budvar looks to drive tank beer in bar trade with aim of giving outlets a point of difference

Czech brewer Budweiser Budvar is calling on progressive bar owners to create a point of difference in their outlets by adding fresh tank beer to their repertoire.

German wine promotion gives venues and stores Rieslings to be cheerful

Germany's favourite wine grape is in the spotlight with leading restaurants and retailers taking part in the 31 Days of German Riesling campaign.

Green & Pleasant lands cider and golden ale to expand craft range

A craft beer brand sold at the Ritz in London is branching out into cider.