Posts by Kenny Smith
Chance for the over 40s to boost writing career
They say everyone has a book in them – and now the over 40s have the chance to prove that’s the case. The Scottish Book Trust has announced that the Next Chapter Award 2019, to support a talented yet unpublished writer over the age of 40. The Next Chapter Award supports an emerging writer for…
Read MoreScotland’s role in fashion label’s decade of success
Scotland has played a key role in the success of a luxury British brand, which is this year celebrating 10 years in business. Holland Cooper has gone from zero to ÂŁ10 million a decade, becoming a firm favourite with royalty and rockstars alike. A champion of British manufacturing, Holland Cooper is the UK’s leading buyer…
Read MoreThe Course of History: Ten Meals that Changed the World
This uniquely engaging read is perfect for those who combine a love for history with a passion for food. In The Course Of History: Ten Meals that Changed the World the unlikely duo of politician and award-winning author Struan Stevenson and Leith chef Tony Singh MBE join forces to give us an insight into meals…
Read MoreTrilogy is complete with release of 27 Year Old malt
The final whisky in a special trilogy from a Scottish distillery has been revealed. Bowmore Islay Single Malt Whisky has revealed the last whisky in the Vintner’s Trilogy – a 27 Year Old malt double-matured in ex-bourbon barrels and port pipes, the crowning expression in the trilogy. This long-awaited release spent the first 13 years…
Read MoreAn attractive apartment in Glasgow’s West End
A magnificent first floor two bedroom apartment of unrivalled quality is now available. Presented for sale by Savills, Flat 3, 15 Crown Road North, Glasgow, is an immaculately presented first floor apartment which forms part of a Grade A listed sandstone townhouse, designed by architect James Thomson in 1858. The property is arguably one of…
Read MoreNearly 500 dangerous wild animals living in Scotland
Forget the neighbour’s dogs and cats – some of the world’s most dangerous wild animals are living at private addresses in Scotland. From deadly snakes and crocodiles, to lions, leopards, bears and even an elephant, a new survey has revealed that nearly 5000 dangerous wild animals are being privately kept right here in Britain. A…
Read MoreTaking the story of a famous whisky to the world
A new short film looking at the heritage of a famous Scotch whisky has been released. Diageo has released the film online, examining the heritage and making of Johnnie Walker, Scotch: From Scotland To The World takes viewers to the places where Johnnie Walker is made and introduces them to the talented people who make…
Read MoreDisabled reviewers wanted for Fringe venues
The Fringe is in search of disabled access reviewers for this year’s festival venues. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is collaborating with disabled access review website, Euan’s Guide, as part of their commitment to making the world’s biggest arts festival as inclusive as possible. Disabled people who use Euan’s Guide will be offered free tickets to…
Read MoreSheep association warns against return of the lynx
The National Sheep Association is warning against the reintroduction of wild lynx into the UK. The move comes after the release of The Lynx and Us, by ecologist Dr David Hetherington, which is published by Scotland: The Big Picture. The NSA’s statement also comes a year on from the initial licence application by the Lynx…
Read MoreHistory comes to life at adventure playground
The first phase of an imaginative new adventure playground with an educational aspects is set to be revealed at a Scottish tourist attraction. On Saturday, 21 July, the gates will open on the Goods Train, the first phase of the new playground at the Almond Valley museum in Livingston. A train of three kid-size wagons…
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