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Heath Ball: Publican of @redlionandsun @wenlockarms @lockharttavern

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Me talking about wine in pubs last week at the #ma500 morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti…
Top tips from award-winning operator on making wine work

Top tips from award-winning operator on making wine work

Operators need to seriously up their wine offer and not add on huge mark-ups, according to Great British Pub of the Year licensee Heath Ball from the Red Lion & Sun in Highgate, north London.

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How do you define a gastropub? The #lockin #podcast team get to grips with the tricky topic, recording live at the @Top50Gastropubs event recently. Listen now! morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti…
What is a gastropub?

What is a gastropub?

In a special recording of the Lock In podcast, live at the Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs event recently, the team took to the air in an attempt to define what actually makes a gastropub?

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Oh, the hilarity of my 15 minutes of fame! Among the 1203 comments I received, my absolute favorite was the oh-so-charming remark, "Imagine looking like him. I'd never leave the house!" Oh, the joy of being roasted and reminded of my striking appearance.
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Listen to the #Lockin #podcast and hear top critic, writer and broadcaster @gilescoren give @Pubhobbit a run for his money on the sweary front! (He also says some really interesting stuff as well!) morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti…
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Opinion: We need a little more outrage for all pubs @Pubhobbit morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti…
Where is the outrage for all pubs?

Where is the outrage for all pubs?

The justified anger and passion from the general public, members of parliament, and the press regarding the suspected arson of the beloved Crooked House near Dudley has truly captured the nation's...

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The #Lockin team tackle the phenomenon that is Guinness, the history, getting it right, and why it's such an icon that no other stout can touch. And why @pubhobbit can't get his rings right... :) With @PeteBrownBeer, @GuinnessGuru and @McMoop among others. morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti…
Black gold: Why is Guinness so popular?

Black gold: Why is Guinness so popular?

Guinness is an iconic brand that has stood the test of time and continues to forge a path others can only dream of. The Lock In team takes a closer look and asks: Why is Guinness the only show in...

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Charming as always Edward
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I don't normally like to be nice to him, and also ignoring the fact he's cheating on our #LockIn podcast, @Pubhobbit is remarkably good on this @olivemagazine podcast - we've clearly (house) trained him well. I also only counted one swear word as well!! podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…
HEATH BALL on 10 things you need to know about running an award-winning gastropub

HEATH BALL on 10 things you need to know about running an award-winning gastropub

Podcast Episode · olive · 10 March 2023 · 31min

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Giant Yorkies? Beef or chicken? Braised cabbage? These are just some of the fundamental, life changing questions asked in this episode of the Lock In podcast. @theQoTT @rategoodroasts @AubreyRuss @TheStagHotel @TommyLeighton44 @TheBullandLast @Pubhobbit morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti…
Making the most of your roast!

Making the most of your roast!

A great roast dinner is the cornerstone of many pub operations, and a cultural touchstone for many - but why is that? And what we are getting right or wrong when it comes to the classic dish. The...

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First Christmas lunch of the festive season. And what a stellar one it was @theredlionandsun. Also v much appreciated the additional individual jugs of gravy for everyone. 🦃 #londonfood #highgate #londonpub #christmaslunch #roastturkey instagr.am/p/CmUNGevoo-N/
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The first episode of season three of the Lock In podcast is live. Tune in now. @EdthePubMan @Pubhobbit morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti…
Will pubs get the support they need?

Will pubs get the support they need?

The podcast team returns for season three of the award-winning (James's mum gave us a rosette) Lock In podcast and we get to grips with the challenges facing the sector.

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Might be worth some discussion @mrjamesob? - 70+% of pubs are unlikely to survive the Winter if nothing is done on energy: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti…
Three quarters of pubs facing extinction

Three quarters of pubs facing extinction

Nearly three quarters of pubs are unlikely to survive the winter unless action is taken to solve the energy crisis.

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