Posts by Kenny Smith
Insightful exhibitions at National Museum of Scotland
The National Museum of Scotland is currently running a number of fascinating exhibitions. The Typewriter Revolution will continue until April 17 2022, and is open from 10am-4.30pm. The typewriter’s social and technological influence is revealed in this new exhibition and looks at its role in society, arts, and popular culture. It traces the effect and…
Read MoreScottish Field’s January 2022 edition is now available
The end of 2021 is on the horizon, but we’ve got a packed issue to keep you going through the darkest nights of winter. In our January 2022 edition, we look at the extraordinary aerial photographs taken by WWI reconnaissance pilot Captain Alfred G Buckham, and five famous Scots give us their highlights of 2021…
Read MoreLoch Lomond Whiskies unveils collection of chocolates
Loch Lomond Whiskies has collaborated with an artisan chocolatier to release an assortment of limited-edition whisky-paired chocolates. The beautifully presented luxury truffles were handcrafted by Cocoa Ooze to pair perfectly with three 12 Year Old expressions by Loch Lomond Whiskies, each showcasing the flavour profiles of the distillery’s signature style of fruit, honey and soft…
Read MoreSchöffel Country – wrapped in tradition
In celebration of the launch of Schöffel Country’s three new tweeds this season, they took a look back at the heritage of this iconic material. Tweed originated in rural Scotland as a practical fabric for outdoor workers. It served the job well due to its wind-resistant, robust and highly insulating properties. The woven patterns leant…
Read MoreDiscover the winners of our 2021 Whisky Challenge
The 2021 winners of the Scottish Field Whisky Challenge have been revealed! Our judges chose their top whiskies in each category to go through to the Grand Final. The line-up also included the winning whisky from last year, the top bottles from the summer challenge and the top three winners of the readers’ challenge. The…
Read MoreA beautiful family home for sale beside a loch
The Heathers near Spean Bridge is a detached family home presently being run as a successful guest house by the current owners. A long gravelled driveway lined with mature trees and rhododendron bushes ensures a very private setting and offers a wonderful approach to the property. The Heathers sits in about 2.6 acres of garden…
Read MoreScottish Pomegranate and Rose Gin released
Lidl has unveiled a must-try Scottish Pomegranate and Rose Gin. Distilled by McQueen Gin in the heart of Stirlingshire, the aromatic spirit offers the tart and sweet flavour of pomegranate, perfectly paired with floral rose notes. Best served in a tall glass with ice, premium tonic and a few pomegranate pearls, the new gin is…
Read MoreTasty lunchtime mackerel burrito bowls
Looking for some lunchtime inspiration that will leave you feeling satisfied? Look no further than Love Seafood’s recipe for homemade mackerel burrito bowls. Ready in no time and packed full of flavour, these burrito bowls are guaranteed to impress. Packed with omega-3 rich mackerel, fibre-rich beans and lots of veggies these are a sure fire…
Read MoreA trip to Japan in the Scottish Field podcast
The 30th Scottish Field podcast transports us to Japan this week. Our guest is John Gerard Fagan, and readers may recognise his name, as he was the author of the book Fish Town, which received a five-star review from Scottish Field. You can read our review of Fish Town HERE. Fish Town, which was released…
Read MoreFlour to the People wins BBC Food & Farming Award
Flour to the People, a community grain and bread project delivered by Scotland The Bread with Bread Matters, has won the Food Innovation category of the BBC Food & Farming Awards 2021. The community benefit society, based in Fife, hopes this major award will give a welcome boost to their recently launched Crowdfunder, which is…
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