Posts by Kenny Smith
Unique ceramics and killer whale skull to go on show
A killer whale skull from the only resident killer whale pod in the UK is among the fascinating objects featured in New to the National Collection, a display opening at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh on Friday, 17 August. It will be on show, along with one of just two known silver tea…
Read MoreFour new books about Shetland’s War to be launched
The first of four books about Shetland’s role in the First World War will be launched later this month. The are being published by Shetland Library in partnership with the Shetland Museum and Archives. In 1916, Shetland brothers Charlie and Willie Abernethy served together in the trenches at the Somme as ordinary soldiers in the…
Read MoreWhisky helps bartenders to see the world
A Scotch whisky is helping bartenders from the best bars in the world swap locations for four days of exploration and discovery. Blended malt Naked Grouse has announced the return of its LiBARating Swap programme, which will focus on the Future of the Whisky Serve encouraging participating bartenders to devise a cocktail that they believe…
Read MoreEscape the festival and enjoy an afternoon tea
If the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh city centre in the midst of the Fringe Festival is too much for you, then you probably want an afternoon tea. This week is National Afternoon Tea Week and the Restoration Café in Dalkeith Country Park is offering a scrumptious afternoon tea in stunning surroundings. Enjoy what has…
Read MoreChef-patron urges us all to grow our own food
Today marks the start of National Allotment Week in the UK. No longer are allotments seen as something that is reserved for retirement but instead they are being utilised by individuals and communities. With people becoming more aware of mass food production and their own diets and health, more and more green spaces are being…
Read MoreA chocolate treat to mark this year’s book festival
Visitors to the Edinburgh International Book Festival can treat themselves to a special limited-edition dessert. Throughout August, The Ivy on the Square will be unveiling a brand new limited-edition dessert to celebrate their sponsorship of 2018’s Edinburgh International Book Festival. The Cranachan Chocolate Bombe – a mouthwatering sweet treat with raspberries, toasted oatmeal and vanilla…
Read MoreGlaswegians cycle around the equator – 28 times
Forget the latest UK winner of the Tour de France – Glasgow has its own biking champion. As the United Kingdom celebrated Geraint Thomas’ triumphant Tour de France win last week, nextbike, the world’s most extensive bike-share operator, marked its half a millionth journey in Glasgow. An incredible 1,125,000km have been clocked up on the…
Read MoreScotland prepares to celebrate its splendid heritage
Scotland is looking to its proud past, as it gears up for this year’s Heritage Awareness Day. Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is preparing for the return of Heritage Awareness Day on Thursday 20 September. This year’s celebration, taking place in the European Year of Cultural Heritage, will celebrate historic connections between Scotland and Europe, showcasing…
Read MoreTop gundogs showed off their fantastic skills
It was a weekend of fast paced scurry action as the gundogs packed out the recent Scottish Game Fair. With glorious sunshine and no clouds in sight, skilled handlers and their talented pooches were ready for three days of high performance. As the Scottish Game Fair opened its gates, eager handlers and their dogs lined…
Read MoreFringe review: The Really Terrible Orchestra
When I asked the Really Terrible Orchestra’s assistant concertmaster what they would be playing in the Fringe concert this year, she said she had no idea. Bear in mind that this was about two hours before kick-off, in St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, where a full house of almost 800 was gathering to hear the world’s…
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