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SUMMARY:Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight
DESCRIPTION:Supporting & promoting Scotland’s produce\, the people who grow it\, make it and sell it.\nEvery September\, Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight celebrates the people\, products and places that are championing our industry. \nProducers\, manufacturers\, retailers\, foodservice\, hospitality\, regional food groups and ambassadors. It is time to celebrate the work you do day in\, day out to get quality Scottish food and drink on our tables. \nDiscover what’s on your doorstep\nOur nation’s larder is one of the most diverse in the world\, and although we don’t mean to\, it’s easy to forget that the products we enjoy day-to-day\, or during special occasions\, are brought to us by hardworking people operating right under our noses. \nThis year we’re focusing all of our efforts into encouraging the country to discover the incredible produce from their regions and the businesses across Scotland that are stocked in everywhere from shops\, restaurants\, cafes and bars to delis and markets. \nThe gin you enjoy on a Friday evening. The fruits you savour on a summer’s day. The beef and roasted potatoes you share with family on a Sunday afternoon. This year’s Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight is all about celebrating the people across our industry’s supply chain that make all that possible.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/scottish-food-drink-fortnight/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards 2023
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the best of Scotland’s exceptional food and drink scene\, The Excellence Awards shine a light on the incredible businesses that call this unique country their home. For over 22 years\, this event has brought together the finest Scottish producers with key influencers and decision makers across the sector. Underpinned by people\, passion\, and perseverance\, it is an opportunity to toast to our industry’s fantastic achievements of the past year\, whilst looking to the future and supporting the next wave of innovation and creativity. \nThe Awards explore specialist taste categories for quality food and drink\, alongside business categories championing noteworthy\, tenacious organisations. Our expert judging panel\, made up of key buyers\, influencers\, and chefs\, work to reward and reflect on the hard work and determination behind each entry. From brand new start-ups to industry giants\, these awards are for you. \nOf course\, with a room full of foodies\, the night itself includes the opportunity to try out some of Scotland’s best produce. We can’t wait to take you with us once again as we experience a true taste of excellence. \nEntries for this year’s Excellence Awards are now open\, enter now!
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/scotland-food-drink-excellence-awards-2023/
CATEGORIES:Awards
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SUMMARY:Fostering Inclusive Employment Opportunities: International Best Practice from India and Scotland
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Glasgow Kelvin College\, 123 Flemington Street\, Glasgow\, G21 4TD on Monday September 18th at 9.30am . This event will showcase international best practices in fostering inclusive employment opportunities. \nThe College’s partners from India\, Lemon Tree Hotels and Muskaan\, will share their unique approach to training and employing people with additional support needs. Scottish partners will share their own insights and success stories. The ultimate aim of the event is to secure support from employers\, partners and government to create inclusive work environments that value diversity and empowers individuals with additional support needs. Whether you’re an employer\, partner or support agency\, this event offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge from both India and Scotland. \nParking is very limited at the College but there is a regular train service to Springburn Station and several buses from Glasgow stop close to the College.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/fostering-inclusive-employment-opportunities-international-best-practice-from-india-and-scotland/
LOCATION:Glasgow Kelvin College\, 123 Flemington Street\, Glasgow\, G21 4TD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230923
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen City and Shire Thistle Awards
DESCRIPTION:Entries are now open for the 2023 Aberdeen City and Shire Thistle Awards. This year’s awards\, organised by a volunteer committee of tourism professionals\, will include four new categories; Celebrating Thriving Communities\, Inclusive Tourism\, Climate Action and Tourism\, and Hospitality Employer of the Year. \nThe eleventh annual Aberdeen City and Shire Thistle Awards take place at The Chester Hotel in Aberdeen on Friday September 22 2023 and aim to recognise and reward excellence across the industry. All our winners progress automatically to the Scottish Thistle Awards National Final. \nWhether you’re a large hotel or a small guest house; an upmarket restaurant or a casual coffee shop; front of house or behind the scenes; a manager driving up standards or a taxi operator driving visitors\, there’s an ACSTA category just for you.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/aberdeen-city-and-shire-thistle-awards/
LOCATION:The Chester Hotel\, 59-63 Queen's Rd\, Aberdeen\, AB15 4YP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Awards
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SUMMARY:DYW Ayrshire Skills Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Conference will be taking place on Tuesday 3rd October\, 9am to 12:30pm\, at the Ayrshire College Campus in Kilmarnock. \nThe event\, which is free to attend\, will give local employers the opportunity to hear about the support available to upskill their current and future workforce whilst also giving a platform to allow them to speak about the challenges in recruiting in their sector and help to identify any gaps that the partnerships can address. \nIt will focus on three sectors; Build Environment\, Engineering and the Visitor Economy. \nFind out more and register here.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/dyw-ayrshire-skills-conference/
LOCATION:Ayrshire College\, Hill Street\, Kilmarnock\, KA1 3HY
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Walk for wellbeing\, Glasgow
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the 2023 Walk for Wellbeing which invites the tourism and hospitality industry to put on their walking shoes and join Hospitality Action to take strides towards promoting better wellbeing for all whilst raising funds to support its vital walk. \nThe wellbeing of the people of hospitality demands our collective attention. Currently over half of those contacting Hospitality Action for support directly reference mental health issues. The overwhelming majority are also struggling with household debts\, with many facing the threat of court action or eviction. Nearly half are working in front-facing roles\, including bar staff\, waiting teams and baristas. \nSince the start of 2020\, Hospitality Action have helped more people than ever\, answering 26\,809 helpline calls and delivering 6\,753 face-to-face and over-the-phone counselling sessions. But there is still so much more to do. \nSTA Patrons\, DAM\, will again host the 20km walk in Glasgow on Sunday 8th October 2023 – a fun\, flexible event in Strathclyde Park. \nCan’t make the day? Between Saturday 30th September and Sunday 15th  October\, encompassing World Mental Health Day on Tuesday 10 October\, you can Walk It Your Way – Your Location. Find out more here. \nFind out more and register here.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/walk-for-wellbeing-glasgow/
LOCATION:Strathclyde Park\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Zero Waste Scotland: Reduce food waste\, increase profits
DESCRIPTION:Are you a hospitality business that’s keen to cut food waste\, but unsure where to start?   \nThe scale of food waste is staggering. The equivalent of one in every six meals served by settings in Scotland is thrown away\, costing the Scottish hospitality industry a whopping £10\,000 per venue per year.   \nJoin Zero Waster Scotland on Tuesday 10 October to hear from Gerry Boyle\, Hospitality Partner at Zero Waste Scotland\, who will outline a newly launched four-week challenge to help you measure your current food waste\, and develop an action plan to make reductions and grow profits.  \nDuring the webinar we will cover:\nThe impact of food waste on the food service sector and the environment\nFinancial benefits of food waste reduction\nTools and interventions to reduce waste\nAdditional support available from Zero Waste Scotland\nTackling food waste is one of the easiest things we can all do for the environment…when we know how.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/zero-waste-scotland-reduce-food-waste-increase-profits/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Brexit and the Challenges Facing Scotland's Hospitality & Culture Sectors
DESCRIPTION:Brexit and the challenges facing Scotland’s hospitality and cultural sectors – workshop and reception. \nA chance the hospitality\, tourism\, culture and the creative industries to send clear messages to politicians about what reforms are needed to Brexit . \nSaturday 21st October at Strathclyde University Business School\, 199 Cathedral St\, Glasgow \nDoors: 10.30am – ends 2pm. \nThe distinguished journalist and broadcaster\, Alf Young\, will chair this very important event. \nSpeakers include: \n\nKatrina Brown\, a director of The Common Guild\, the Glasgow-based visual arts organisation\,\nClaire Moran\, senior producer at the international audio arts company\, Cryptic\,\nBaillie Annette Christie\, Chair Glasgow Life and City Convener for Culture\,\nLeon Thompson\, Executive Director\, Scotland\, Hospitality UK\nMarc Crothall \, Chief Executive\, Scottish Tourism Alliance.\nEmma Congreve is a Senior Knowledge Exchange Fellow and Deputy Director at the Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde\n\nA panel discussion with audience Q&As will follow individual contributions. \nEntry is free and by ticket only. Numbers are strictly limited\, so please book early. \nHospitality and culture are cornerstones of the Scottish economy. Leaving the EU has made life more complex\, expensive and challenging for businesses\, cultural organisations and individuals. \nIf you run a business or work in hospitality\, music\, theatre\, sports management\, tourism\, events\, exhibitions\, conferences and allied fields this workshop is for you. \nJoin leading figures from the hospitality\, culture and tourism sectors in discussing what needs to be done and how to persuade the political decision makers that reform of the agreement between the UK and EU is urgent. \nOur aim is to provide a platform for these sectors to say what they want from governments (particularly the UK government) in areas like EU work permits\, employing EU citizens\, traveller bureaucracy and so on. With a general election imminent and growing appreciation that the UK needs to reset relations with the EU\, EMiS wants to contribute to creating greater public awareness of the issues facing the Scottish tourism\, hospitality and culture sectors. The aim is to influence policy makers in London\, Brussels and Edinburgh. \nThe purpose of the event is not “Brexit bashing”: but a grown-up analysis and debate around the issues any new government must address to help keep these sectors healthy\, profitable and globally competitive. \nThis event is promoted by Glasgow Loves EU and the European Movement in Scotland. \nEntry is free and by ticket only. Numbers are strictly limited\, so please book early.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/brexit-and-the-challenges-facing-scotlands-hospitality-culture-sectors/
LOCATION:Strathclyde University Business School
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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