With a total population of 498,800, and the Edinburgh Fringe, International, and Book Festivals attracting over 3million visitors in August alone, the city has significantly increased pressure on the utilities; particularly energy, water and telecoms.

Fast-growing utilities management company, eyebright, has been a major broker of essential utilities throughout the Festival months, and the remainder of the year, including provision of energy, water and telecoms for some of the best known, and busiest, venues.

Stephen Martin, eyebright Business Development Director and Consultant for Edinburgh and the Lothians, said: “One of the main areas that we look after on behalf of Essential Edinburgh is the electricity supply to St. Andrews Square Gardens.

“This wonderful space is used for many events throughout the year resulting in spikes in electricity usage. The main surges are during the Festival and over the winter months, where they have an ice rink and the ever-popular Christmas Markets.

“During the Festival, parts of George Street are turned into pedestrian areas. This allows local businesses to extend their restaurant/bar offerings to temporary structures on the street. We can help our customers to use additional power for these street extensions of their business, such as the Le Monde Hotel and Victor & Carina’s Ristorante.”

Iain Ross, Director of Finance, Festival City Theatre Trust, said: “We asked eyebright to check our water charges…the process was simple and swift, and we anticipate making additional savings in the future using their services.”

eyebright also broker gas, electricity and water to the world famous Stand Comedy Club, where some of the greats of modern comedy got their start, and the founder, Tommy Sheppard, was recently elected as MP for Edinburgh East.

The innovative utilities management company also provides water provision for the King’s Theatre and Festival Theatres, which boasts Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site, having stood, in one form or another, since 1830.

eyebright are also corporate sponsors of the recent renewal of the old Leith Theatre. This project has been close to the hearts of luminaries such as Rod Stewart, Danny Boyle, Shirley Manson, and The Proclaimers. The theatre is well on its way to hosting its first regular performance since 1988, and recently held the successful Hidden Doors festival.

What better way to celebrate the longer days and warmer evenings than by joining Malmaison Edinburgh for a big summer BBQ. Expect great food, plenty of cocktails, makeovers, discounts and shopping opportunities.

The chefs will be busy cooking up a storm on the terrace, over at the bar the Malmaison team will be shaking up a selection of summer cocktails whilst Malmaison’s resident DJ mixes the perfect soundtrack to the night.

Harvey Nichols will be there with pop ups from Laura Mercier, Nails Inc, Dermalogica and Beyond MediSpa. And fashion fans can grab a bargain at the Kestin Hare sample sale.

Included in the ticket price:
•A Pickering’s Gin Fizz on arrival
•Mini makeovers from Laura Mercier
•Discounted express manicures on the night from Nails Inc.
•10% off future treatments at Beyond MediSpa
•Sample sale from Kestin Hare
•Access to the Malmaison £5 drinks offer
•Exclusive offer from Malmaison: Book a table in the brasserie in June and receive 20% of your bill*

The big summer BBQ at Malmaison Edinburgh takes place on Wednesday 07 June, 5:30-9pm. Tickets cost £5 and are strictly limited so buy yours HERE.

*Quote ‘i-on Readers’ to redeem. Advance booking essential. Offer subject to availability. Not in conjunction with any other offer. Saturday night and Sunday lunch times excluded. Discount on food only. A la carte menu only. Available on tables of six people or less.

Lunch at the Edinburgh Chez Mal brasserie is relaxed and informal, featuring the full á la carte menu, plus seasonal menus and local specials, you have choices galore.

Drop an anchor and settle in with divine dining from our carefully crafted menus at Malmaison Edinburgh. Atmospheric and ambient, you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner served in the Brasserie, with tip-top service. Take your tastebuds on a journey, from tantalizing starters to perfect puds. Raise a toast to all that is good with an expertly matched wine or ale.

Our New Summer A la Carte Menu

Our chefs are renowned for their magic touch, and our new a la carte menu really does have something extraordinary about it. From Seared Cornish sea scallops – and beautifully-balanced flair dishes such as Yorkshire Dales lamb cutlet, your dining companions will be envious of whatever you choose.

Or why not share? Our menu also includes new sharing stands, allowing you to order a 21 day aged Chateaubriand with onion rings, chunky fries and Béarnaise sauce, all without the guilt.

Situated for the ideal creative business lunch or long, lazy afternoon with friends, the cool, calm and friendly atmosphere, Malmaison Edinburgh’s Brasserie offers a bountiful selection of delicious dishes to enjoy on your quest for the lunch of all lunches.

Bookings should be made via email brasserie.edinburgh@malmaison.com or contacting the brasserie team on 0131 285 1478