Pub food: a practitioner's view

Abstract

Purpose

The article aims to provide a practitioner perspective and case study of the challenges involved in sustaining a successful food operation in a UK public house.

Design/methodology/approach

The article uses a case study and the personal and professional reflections of an experienced publican to provide a practitioner viewpoint.

Findings

The paper uses a case study to illustrate the ways in which external and often uncontrollable factors affect the stability of pub food operations.

Practical implications

The article provides an array of practical insights on the challenges faced by publicans in creating and sustaining successful food operations.

Originality/value

The article draws on the personal and professional reflections of an experienced publican.

Citation

Pratten, A.J. (2012), "Pub food: a practitioner's view", Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes, Vol. 4 No. 3, pp. 288-292. https://doi.org/10.1108/17554211211232427