Posts by Kenny Smith
Pick up theatre tickets for just 50p this Saturday
A Glasgow theatre is on the move as it prepares for a major two-year redevelopment. The Citizens Theatre will host its final 50p ticket sale at the Citizens Theatre before it moves out of its Gorbals home and temporary move to Tramway. From 10am on Saturday, 7 April, 100 tickets for Long Day’s Journey Into…
Read MoreGhostbusters legend coming to Edinburgh with new show
He’s an international film star who has been in some of the most popular films of the last 35 years – and he’s coming to Edinburgh. American actor Bill Murray – best known for his roles in Ghostbusters, Scrooged, Groundhog Day and Garfield – is coming to Edinburgh’s Festival Theatre. It will present the exclusive…
Read MoreYour chance to hear from award-winning food writer
Budding cooks have the chance to join a multi award-winning food writer this week. Diana Henry, a journalist, broadcaster and cook book author, will be holding a lunchtime teacher-student reunion with her former teacher, Fiona Burrell, at the Edinburgh New Town Cookery School (ENTCS) this Friday, on 6 April, at noon. Fiona will talk to…
Read MoreLearn from the people who style the world’s A-listers
The creatives who style A-list celebrities are set to descend on Scotland’s capital next month. The style seekers of Edinburgh are set to enjoy an A-list experience unlike any other, as part of the 2018 Life & Style weekender. VIP beauty and fashion experts with clients including Victoria Beckham, Madonna and Meghan Markle descend on…
Read MoreTen years since old pool went from Baths to Bobbins
The important history of an Edinburgh institution is the focus of a new exhibition. Celebrating 10 years of weaving in the Infirmary Street Baths, Dovecot presents an exhibition titled Baths to Bobbins, now open, in partnership with Historic Environment Scotland. It explores the memories of past visitors, photography documenting key moments in the building’s history…
Read MoreCracking the code adds to The Glenlivet
The Glenlivet has unveiled its latest addition to the range – The Glenlivet Code. Inspired by the iconic British code breakers, this mysterious Single Malt Scotch whisky is released without any cask information or tasting notes, putting whisky fans’ senses to the ultimate test by pushing the boundaries of flavour exploration. Presented in a premium…
Read MoreLearn about Muriel Spark from one of her closest friends
The centenary of Dame Muriel Spark later this month with a special talk given by the world-famous Scottish author’s close friend and journalist, Alan Taylor. Hosted by Aberdeen City Libraries, the event, entitled A Friendship with Muriel Spark, charts Alan’s friendship with Dame Muriel from the time he first interviewed her at home in Tuscany…
Read MoreMake yourself the perfect power drink
We all like to do ourselves a favour by eating and drinking well. We know that green tea is good for us, and courtesy of OMGTea, we present how to make the perfect matcha latte. With 137 times the antioxidants of regular green tea, a cup of matcha is the best way to help boost…
Read MoreAncient Scottish beauty married with new app
A new free app has been launched to help travellers through one of Scotland’s most iconic glens. The Great Glen is a natural geological fault line between Fort William and Inverness that encompasses some of the best known landmarks in Scotland including Ben Nevis, Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle and is a significant tourist attraction.…
Read MoreShowcase your inner talents and let them shine
Scots are being encouraged to find their creative spark with special workshops exploring pastels, oils, photography, textiles and jewellery making. Five accomplished Spring Fling artists and makers are offering the chance to learn everything from painting with oils to making a beautiful silver ring. Spring Fling, in Dumfries and Galloway – which features in our…
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