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Shetland’s first whisky distillery is set to open in 2024

Shetland is due to get its first ever whisky distillery in 2024 which will become Scotland's the most northerly distillery.

Orkney Gin

Orkney business sees increase in sales after appearing on James Martin’s Saturday Morning

An Orkney family business has enjoyed a dramatic increase in sales and social media followers, after one of its products appeared on James Martin’s Saturday Morning, which showcases recipes and products to a range of celebrity guests.

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Highland baking business offering the perfect sweet treats this Valentine’s Day

An Inverness local’s postal bake box delivery service is on hand to provide Highland residents with a selection of handmade sweet treats this Valentine’s Day.

AYT Foods

AYT Foods brings Africa to Dunfermline

Temitope (Temi) Ajayi-Salami has brought a taste of Africa to Dunfermline city centre with her new African grocery store, AYT Foods Ltd.

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Scottish artisan chocolatiers enjoying sweet success

A Scottish artisan chocolate business has moved into the business-to-business market after the owner approached Business Gateway for support.

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Mademoiselle Macaron’s sweet success

Mademoiselle Macaron, founded by Rachel Hanretty, captures the essence of Parisian luxury in the heart of Edinburgh, Scotland, with a range of luxury, hand-made macarons.

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Sustainable Scottish chocolatier enjoys sweet success with new premises

A luxury chocolate brand that started in its owner’s home kitchen has successfully expanded into new premises after receiving advice and support.

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Scottish brewery on track for £5m global turnover following support

An Edinburgh-based independent craft brewery, which began as a home-brewing project in its co-founder’s spare bedroom, is now shipping internationally after receiving support and signposting to funding from Business Gateway.

Tutti Frutti

Sweet start for Aberdeenshire confectionery business 

An Aberdeenshire sweet shop is going from strength to strength after their owners received specialist start-up and marketing advice from Business Gateway.