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20 pubs sold in Dublin during 2024 for combined cost of €70m

On-trade | A new report from Lisney shows strong 2024 pub sales versus 2023 and anticipates a decline in demand for some suburban food-driven businesses that have had to absorb new cost pressures in 2025

New ‘Fitzgerald’s Bar’ unveiled at The Imperial Hotel Cork

On-trade | The Louis Fitzgerald Group, one of the largest family-run hospitality groups in the country, purchased the 4-star Imperial Hotel last June and have been investing heavily in the hotel, their first venture in the Cork market

LVA calls for VAT reduction to be applied from Budget day

On-trade | “Tax rises kick in immediately, why shouldn’t reductions?” argues the LVA. They will also be pressing the government to reduce alcohol excise in the upcoming Budget

Dungarvan Brewing Company appoints new head brewer

On-trade | Cormac O'Dwyer returns to Dungarvan Brewing Company to lead the brewing team in crafting new and exciting beers while ensuring that Dungarvan's reputation is maintained

Guinness Storehouse launches ‘Home of Guinness Experience’

Marketing | The experience offers an immersive, fully guided tour through the history and innovation of Guinness, including the chance to pour your own pint and enjoy stunning city views, with all proceeds supporting cultural and community initiatives

Coca-Cola HBC appoints new general manager

On-trade | The new general manager will lead the beverage business, which is the strategic bottling partner to The Coca-Cola Company for the island of Ireland

Host supports female-owned Irish businesses for International Women’s Day

On-trade | To coincide with International Women’s Day 2025, the Host team wants to offer female entrepreneurs in the food, drink and hospitality space help to build their brand awareness and professional profile in the Irish market

Prem Group launches workplace fundraiser to support hospice care

The major hospitality group is leading the charge with the ‘Your Finest Hour for Hospice’ campaign, calling on companies to join a nationwide effort to raise funds for Irish hospices

The Algiers celebrates five years of food and drink in Baltimore

Marking five successful years under the ownership of Bill and Ann Hillyard, The Algiers continues to thrive as a beloved food, wine, and cocktail destination in Baltimore

Ireland’s best mixologists to battle for Cocktail Champion title at CATEX

The highly anticipated Bartenders Association of Ireland Official Cocktail Competition, sponsored by Edward Dillon, will take centre stage at CATEX 2025 – Ireland’s largest foodservice and hospitality event, which opens its doors next week celebrating its 60th anniversary
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