Posts by Damian Mcgee
Five-star barbequing
With the weather predicted to be almost Mediterranean in coming days, we spoke to three of Scotland’s leading BBQ experts to get their tips for how to make the most of the sunshine for some al fresco eating.
Read MoreAttack of the aliens
People are being urged to get involved in a new lockdown assault on invasive non-native species – whether that’s flora such as Japanese knotweed or fauna such as non-native plant species and American mink – from the comfort of their own homes.
Read MoreFishing set to return
The Scottish Gamekeepers Association has welcomed reports that the Scottish Government is set to ease some restrictions on local area angling when it sets out its framework and timetable for changes to lockdown on Thursday.
Read MoreSuccess for birdwatchers’ mobile app
Just a year after its launch, more than 10,000 users have downloaded the Scottish Ornithologists’ Club’s free mobile app, Where to Watch Birds in Scotland.
Read MoreThe A-Z of whisky
Most of us want to come out of the lockdown having learned something, so if you’re embarrassed to admit that you have gone through almost two months without expanding your knowledge base, then look no further.
Read MoreWild Thyme Spirits Launch New Gin – Cait Sith
Hebridean island distillery Wild Thyme Spirits are about to launch an Old Tom style gin called Cait Sith (pronounced ‘Caught Shee’). The small batch gin is based on their award-winning Colonsay Gin, and like its sibling products, takes inspiration from a mixture of Celtic folklore and the beautiful, natural surroundings of the Isle of Colonsay, where all the brand’s spirits are produced.
Read MoreTrossachs Wild Apothecary launches an online family foraging course
Professional forager and herbalist Rox Madeira has launched a virtual ‘Little Alchemists Club’, for families to learn about edible and medicinal plants online. The six-month experiential course from the owner of Trossachs Wild Apothecary is suitable for children aged from 3 to 12, and has been tailored to allow adults to participate too.
Read MoreFrom Hong Kong to Shetland
Necessity, it seems, is the mother of invention in the arts as much as it is elsewhere. In that spirit, the Fine Art Society of Edinburgh are pressing ahead with their excellent showcase of works by Shetland artist Ron Sandford. The exhibition has been set up in their Dundas Street gallery ready to be viewed when possible, but the works are also available to be viewed via a 360 degree online viewing.
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