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A very accurate summary of what hospitality in Scotland means .

Our client, Diistil is an innovative start-up, pioneering an on-demand distillery serving the world’s best hotels, bars, and restaurants. We captured Diistil’s success in the most recent edition of our client story series, where Raj Batra – Diistil’s founder – spoke to us about how Harper James’ commercial and employment teams helped them to futureproof their rapid growth early in their business journey. Check the link below to read more about Diistil’s exciting journey so far ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gCH7jd46 #clientstories #clientsuccess #businessgrowth #commerciallaw #employmentlaw #ukemplaw

This was such a comfortable and naturally flowing conversation! Anthony gives so much value back to our industry with his immense amount of free content that informs business owners up to the minute of legal and regulatory changes and what they mean in simple terms! Anthony is such a great ally for our industry. He volunteers on industry boards, donates time and money to causes that support our workers, and is just one great dude!! Please follow him and subscribe to his podcast for incredible and important content everyday! *if you have heard my life story - skip to the last 21mins where we get into the meat and potatoes of the industry conversation! #restaurantindustry #restaurantmanagement #legalcompliance

Thank you for your advocacy Dani Valent. When it comes to genuine political changes for small businesses in Australia, I recently asked my local Federal MP to table the motion for GST reform in food businesses. Changes could be one way to soften the crippling blow being dealt to the hospitality industry. 💡 My idea is this: Either remove GST from restaurant prepared food, or add GST to the raw goods. Removing GST from each transaction will support SME cash-flow by reducing the quarterly GST bill. And this is certainly the preference. If the cost of goods are GST-inclusive this could make it a more even playing field for the operators that purchase items GST free, transform the food item into a meal and then charge GST on the final product. Any GST incurred during this process can be claimed as a deduction. ‼️ Why does the SME sector bear the brunt of the cost of living crisis, when fossil fuel companies get huge subsidies? I feel it’s time to level the playing field for SME. Australian Restaurant & Cafe Association | SmartCompany | Broadsheet Media | moemina shukur

How can a hot dog create a human connection? In one of my favorite TED Talks, restaurateur Will Guidara eloquently tells the story and boils down restaurants’ true purpose: making people feel seen and welcome. Being present and uncovering what will really make a memorable experience is harder than ever in today's busy, noisy world. As Popmenu evolves, I love seeing it become less about providing tools and more about helping to surface ways to make connections, personalize the experience, and make people feel as welcome as they did in simpler times. #Popmenu #restaurantindustry #restauranttech #restauranttechnology #restaurantbusiness

Great to chat through some of the key findings from the new Pub Roadmap report yesterday with Blake Gladman. Have a listen if you fancy some Friday afternoon insight on pubs and UK hospitality more widely 🍻 #HospitalityData #hospitalitytrends #ukhospitality #pubs

A hot dog? 🌭 Yes, that’s right—a hot dog! That’s what it took for restaurateur Will Guidara to dazzle some visiting clients who were fine dining at his four-star, award-winning restaurant, Eleven Madison Park, in New York City. According to the hospitality mogul, his success was the result of dedication, hard work, and attentive listening to his customers. He penned the concept of ‘Unreasonable Hospitality’, a philosophy based on transforming ordinary transactions into extraordinary experiences. He highlights 3 key points for achieving success when serving people: 1. Be present. Care about what you are doing. Listen to what people are saying and not saying. 2. Take what you do seriously, without taking yourself too seriously. 3. Give people a sense of genuine belonging: ‘One size fits one’. Don’t treat people like a commodity. According to Will, we live in a service economy. This means that making good products is just not enough. He goes beyond to say that it’s not the cost of the gesture that matters; it’s how it makes people feel. #hospitalityindustry #customerservice #valuecreation #branding #success #restaurants

Our second Boost Eggnog & Ideas brunch was packed with engaging conversation topics; from business won and lost, to personal growth, to entering politics to be a catalyst for change. We have had a spot open up for this Wednesday morning. DM us if you’d like to join! Thanks again to the Park Town Hotel restaurant for your wonderful hospitality! #EggnogAndIdeas #Networking #booststrategiccoaching #ConnectionAndConversation Boost Strategic Coaching Tim Kingdon Ghislaine McLeod

Hey 👋 foodies! This one is for you! The food on the Icon of The Seas was well, it was ICONIC! From the sweet snacks and savory midday bites, it was all fantastic! With over 20 😳places to eat on board, there is something for every member of the family! We have loved showing you glimpses of this ship and can’t wait to show you more! We just have one question: What’s your preference on dinner when cruising? Let us know in the poll below!⬇️ #TravelLeaders #TravelBetter #destinationmagic #TLNRCI #destinationmagictravel #IconoftheSeas #FamilyAdventure @travelleaders