Marketing

How to Merchandise your Bar to maximise sales

There are many ways to go about boosting your bar sales, and much of it comes down to merchandising. But what does this mean exactly?

Human Resources

How to hire the best bar staff

You might be the proud owner of the most achingly fashionable bar in town, but if you can’t get the staff you have a real problem on your hands.

Marketing

How to Make a success of selling wine by the glass

Offering a selection of wines by the glass is something that an increasing number of customers expect to see, and bars and restaurants that fail to do so are missing a trick.

Marketing

Wine preservation systems - Interview with Coravin's sales manager

Is it worth investing in a wine preservation system? Helen Arnold spoke to Coravin’s UK sales manager to find out.

Marketing

How to boost your happy hour sales

Happy Hour is a great way of attracting more customers to your venue during those times of the day when there’s a bit of a lull. But how should you go about it, and what should you offer? Helen Arnold reports.

Bars

London’s bartenders and their favourite bars

Whether you’re a fan of cocktails or its history, here are some amazing bars to visit in London.

Restaurants

Robotic Staff - Coming to a bar near you

Robots could take on many hospitality roles, from food preparation to cleaning and waiting on tables.

Bartenders

Creative mixologist Lucas Bucton as the driving force behind Banks & Solander Distillery's success

Meet Lucas Bucton, the Creative Force and Brand Ambassador at Banks & Solander Distillery. From bartending to brand recognition, Lucas truly and innovatively transforms the spirits industry.

Human Resources

Where in the country are the biggest tippers

Many workers in the hospitality sector are heavily reliant on the tips they receive from appreciative customers. But where in the UK are the most generous tippers to be found? A new survey reveals all.