Posts by Ellie Forbes
Ness of Brodgar, an artist’s legacy: Jeanne Bouza Rose creates stunning visual record of Orkney’s neolithic site
Twenty years ago one of Europe’s greatest prehistoric sites was uncovered in Orkney. Since then, every summer, archaeologists have dug at the Ness of Brodgar, revealing 5,000-year-old wonders, including incredible remains of ceramics and elegant pottery. But next month the neolithic site will be covered for the final time. Experts and volunteers will down their…
Read MoreStory of Vietnam War children part of operation babylift premieres at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Fifty years ago during the Vietnam War, thousands of babies and young children were flown out of Vietnam to new homes across the western world, many of them packed in boxes. Some of these children were not orphans at all, but young children tragically separated from their families in a war zone. They crossed oceans…
Read MoreSearch on for Scotland’s biggest craft beer fan for honorary chief taster role at microbrewery
Are you Scotland’s biggest craft beer fan? One of Scotland’s leading craft microbreweries has launched a nationwide search to appoint an honorary chief taster to help develop its new summer beer range. Cold Town Brewery, in Edinburgh, is on the lookout for Scotland’s biggest craft beer fan to put their taste buds to the ultimate…
Read MoreThe Ilay Glynne dial: ‘Masterpiece’ 18th century sundial made for founder of RBS acquired for the nation
It was made for the founder of the Royal Bank of Scotland, one of the most politically powerful figures in the first half of the 18th century, and used to measure local time from the Sun. But now the Ilay Glynne dial, an ornate ‘masterpiece’, has been acquired for the nation and following extensive conservation…
Read MoreEdinburgh funeral director unveils Scotland’s first Land Rover Defender hearse
Fans of the iconic Land Rover Defender can now choose the classic vehicle for their final farewell. William Purves Funeral Directors has unveiled a custom-made Land Rover Defender hearse for families and funeral directors to hire. The family firm, in Edinburgh, added the Defender 130 to its fleet following a complete refurbishment which saw the…
Read MoreReview: Zhima, Glasgow
Ellie Forbes heads out to Glasgow’s latest hotspot, Zhima, a Chinese restaurant with a modern feel and incredible interiors. I’m not really one for a ‘sit down’ Chinese meal. In all honesty, I’d rather stay in and order my favourites from my local takeaway. You know what you’re getting and you don’t have to…
Read MoreCould this bullet hole be proof of Bonnie Prince Charlie assassination attempt in Stirling?
Historians have discovered a bullet hole at Bannockburn House which they believe is proof of an assassination attempt against Bonnie Prince Charlie. Amidst the delicate plaster work and ancient wooden panelling a the Grade A listed house, a musket ball hole has been discovered. Prince Charles Edward Stuart took shelter at Bannockburn House in 1746…
Read MoreTwo rare humpback whales spotted off Scottish coast
Two humpback whales, including one never seen before in Scottish waters, were filmed during a rare encounter with a tour boat. On a cruise which was sailing up Gunna Sound guests aboard a Hebrides Cruises vessel experienced the once-in-a-lifetime double discovery with the majestic beasts. The two whales, including Sinclair – a whale who has…
Read MoreScottish folk-rock band Skerryvore appointed global band ambassador at Ardnahoe Distillery
Scottish folk-rock band Skerryvore has been appointed as the global band ambassador of Ardnahoe Distillery. The band are planning a series of special whisky sessions as part of their North American and European tours in the coming months. They will also champion the whisky at regular shows and festivals. Meanwhile, Ardnahoe are planning to release…
Read MoreIn a Nutshell, Chef Julie Lin: ‘I recently travelled to Greece and I fell in love with the people, the produce and the dishes’
Julie Lin on the worst thing she has ever cooked, her favourite chefs and how she would have loved to have cooked for singer Amy Winehouse. What’s the closest thing you have to a signature dish: Big Fat Noodles. It’s me and my mother’s way of saying Char Kuay Teow, which is a smoky…
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