Ma Pub Group Acquires Café Tabac

Ma Pub Group Acquires Café Tabac

Ma Pub Group has expanded its presence in Liverpool with the acquisition of Café Tabac from the Baa Bar company. The independent hospitality operator, known for Ma Boyle’s Alehouse and Eatery, Tempest on Tithebarn, Nova Scotia and Newington Temple, will officially take ownership of the Bold Street venue.

Registration Opens for NRB and Lunch! North 2026

Registration has officially opened for Northern Restaurant and Bar 2026, the major trade show returning to Manchester Central on 10 and 11 March. The event will once again gather leading hospitality operators, buyers and suppliers for two days of insight, innovation and networking at its long-established home in the heart of Manchester.

Registration has officially opened for Northern Restaurant and Bar 2026, the major trade show returning to Manchester Central on 10 and 11 March. The event will once again gather leading hospitality operators, buyers and suppliers for two days of insight, innovation and networking at its long-established home in the heart of Manchester.

Christmas Magic at The Watering Can

The Watering Can has switched on the festive sparkle as it prepares to celebrate Christmas with a full programme of seasonal food, music and merriment.

The Watering Can has switched on the festive sparkle as it prepares to celebrate Christmas with a full programme of seasonal food, music and merriment.