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GABS Hottest 100 nominations now open
Breweries are invited to register their beers for the 2024 GABS Hottest 100 before people’s choice voting commences.
Beyond the tick-box: Compliance training as a cornerstone of culture in Australian hospitality
This year, the Australian hospitality industry has seen a renewed focus on the importance of compliance training and employee well-being. … Continue reading
Compliance training: a cornerstone of culture in hospitality
More than just a box-ticking exercise, a renewed focus on compliance training and employee wellbeing is essential in the industry.
Tasmania defers cashless gaming
It announced it will instead move forward with other harm minimisation measures, such as introducing facial recognition technology and third-party exclusion.
Wee Smoky shakes up Scotch whisky category
The modern Scotch whisky was designed with cocktail making in mind, challenging pre-conceived rules associated with the drink…. Continue reading
NZ’s most Kiwi cocktail revealed
Scapegrace Distilling Co. has completed its national search for the most uniquely New Zealand cocktail, with a drink named the Taniwha taking the honours…. Continue reading
Tales of the Cocktail 2025 theme and dates announced
The 23rd Tales of the Cocktail conference will explore the cocktail industry’s ongoing development…. Continue reading
From Crayfish Crumpets to Beef Tartare: Auckland’s luxe new wine destination
The College Hill Wine Room by David Nash is set to usher in a new era for those seeking great wine, spirts and food experiences in Auckland’s Inner West when it opens on Friday.
Employees Only debuts new cocktail menu
Along with the unveiling of a new alfresco area, Employees Only has launched its summer menu, drawing on the spirit of the original New York speakeasy…. Continue reading
Hallmark Hospitality sells The Spotted Cow
The Toowoomba pub was the last traditional hotel in the group’s portfolio.
Balvonie New Zealand produces Marlborough’s first Prosecco
The 2023 Balvonie Prosecco has been a three-year project for owners Ben and Helen McLauchlan, who first fell in love with Prosecco while living in the UK.
Sometimes you can make a show of it.
Oyster Bay Sparkling Cuvée Brut awarded 96 points and was the best […]