Owner of popular Aberdeen cafe: ‘It’s been a very difficult decision to sell Books and Beans’
Craig Willox, 49, opened Books and Beans on Belmont Street in 2003 and it has become a firm city-centre favourite.
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Popular Aberdeen city centre cafe up for sale
"After 16 years of coffee and books, it's time for me personally to take a step back and move on to new adventures."
Video: Police hunt as third Aberdeen cafe hit in tip and till raid
Police are hunting for thieves who smashed their way in to an Aberdeen cafe in the middle of the night and raided the till.
Probe launched after break in at popular Aberdeen cafe
A police probe has been launched after an Aberdeen eatery was broken into.
Haudagain drive-thru cafe plans approved by council
Plans for a drive-thru cafe at a retail park close to a notorious roundabout have been approved by the local authority.
New charity cafe to open in Aberdeen shopping centre
A new charity cafe in Aberdeen is to let customers pay what they want.
Aberdeen community bowled over by approval for cafe plans
An Aberdeen community trust has spoken of its delight that plans to turn a former disused bowling green into a community centre and café have been approved.
Stolen piggy bank returned to Aberdeen cafe
The mystery of a missing piggy bank has been solved thanks to an eagle-eyed woman.
Police launch investigation after thieves break into Aberdeen cafe and steal cash
A police probe has been launched after tips were stolen from an Aberdeen cafe.
Plans approved for store and cafe in north-east village
Plans for a general store and cafe at a shop that ceased trading earlier this year have been approved.
Community-based Aberdeen cafe is a recipe for success
A feast of community spirit is at the heart of everything Foodstory Cafe does.
Plans to turn former north-east design studio into coffee shop
A former north-east design studio could be turned into a coffee shop.
Former oil and gas worker turns double-decker bus into mobile cafe
A former oil and gas worker who was forced to diversify when her department moved overseas has launched her own business after converting an old double decker bus into a portable cafe.
North-east cafe recognised as one of the best in Scotland
A North-east cafe has been heralded as one of the best in Scotland at a national competition.
A90 hotel, farm shop and cafe plans could create 100 jobs give economy £3.2 million yearly boost
Plans for a roadside services complex could create more than 100 jobs and generate up to £3.2 million a year for the North-east economy, a report has stated.
Food review: Shamrock and thistle, Arbuthnott Place, Stonehaven
A lovely, cosy little cafe that just oozes charm and warmth – and really good food treats.
Food review: The Bothy, Bridge Street, Ballater
The wood-burning stove drew us into this lovely cafe like a magnet on a chilly Deeside day.
Pioneering Aberdeen cafe leads way by banning all plastic products
An Aberdeen cafe is blazing a trail by becoming completely plastic-free.
Aberdeen cafe shortlisted for Crema award
An Aberdeen cafe is in the running for a top award.
North-east community’s first vegan cafe set to open in historic building
A young entrepreneur is hoping to make waves with the first vegan cafe in a North-east community.
Plans lodged to change use of Aberdeen building
Plans have been tabled to change the use of a building in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen cafe shuts for revamp ahead of new charity partnership
A cafe in an Aberdeen shopping centre has shut for a revamp ahead of a new partnership with a local charity.
Warrant lodged to turn former Aberdeen clothes shop into cafe
Plans to turn an Aberdeen shop into a cafe have taken a step forward.
Plans to turn former offices in Aberdeen city centre into flats, cafe and restaurant units
Plans have been lodged to covert vacant former offices into flats and eateries.
Plans to turn former Aberdeen hairdresser into cafe approved
Plans to turn a former hairdresser into a cafe have been accepted.
BrewDog lodges plans for a new cafe and kitchen in North-east
A North-east craft beer company has lodged plans for a new cafe and kitchen.
New Aberdeen cafe-bistro and gin bar opens its doors
An Aberdeen entrepreneur is banking on a prime spot for her new city business.
Plans to turn former Aberdeen chipper into cafe and flat
A new cafe and first floor flat could be built on the site of a former Aberdeen chip chop if plans are accepted.
New cafe launched in Aberdeen to help tackle food waste
A zero waste cafe hopes to cut down on food waste and feed its community at the same time.
Take a Thyme Out and enjoy a fantastic £5 lunch deal
One of Aberdeen’s newest and most popular eateries is offering customers a special deal that will warm them up on a cool autumn day.