Posts by Kenny Smith
Talented chefs compete for Andrew Fairlie Scholarship
The Hospitality Industry Trust Scotland has announced that the second annual Andrew Fairlie Scholarship will take place on Tuesday, November 16. The finals will see five talented chefs compete for the chance to become Andrew Fairlie scholars and take part in once-in-a-lifetime culinary experiences. Perth College UHI will host the skills test and judging portion…
Read MoreRolex Novelties exhibition is coming to Edinburgh
Hamilton & Inches is hosting the 2021 Rolex Novelties exhibition at its newly renovated showroom in Edinburgh. Brought to life by its unique watchmaking expertise, the exhibition will showcase latest timeless pieces from Rolex. The 2021 exhibition is taking place from November 1-7 and will give customers a chance to view the 2021 Rolex novelties.…
Read MoreMore honours for Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian and Guerlain Spa have been awarded three prestigious accolades. Following the announcement of this month’s Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards and being voted as Scotland’s favourite city centre hotel, it has added to its honours. The hotel has been awarded Scotland’s Leading Hotel 2021 in the 28th annual…
Read MoreA sweet treat to warm your autumn evenings
On days like this, when it’s cold and dark by the early evening, we all like something to warm us up. And what could be better than a baked apple treat? With British fruit in season, and apples and pears dropping from the trees, it seems like the right time to celebrate and use them.…
Read MoreSaving Scotland’s rainforest from rhododendrons
Urgent action is required to stop Rhododendron ponticum wiping out Scotland’s rare rainforest, according to a new report published by Woodland Trust Scotland in partnership with Scottish Land and Estates. Recommendations in the Rhododendron in the Rainforest report includes establishment of a Rainforest Restoration Fund to help communities and land managers tackle the scourge. The…
Read MoreDrinks firm commit to restore and conserve peatlands
Beam Suntory, the maker of Teacher’s, Laphroaig and Bowmore Scotch whiskies, and its parent company, Suntory Holdings, have announced the launch of a new Peatland Water Sanctuary initiative. The first project is due to begin at Ardmore distillery in November 2021, followed by subsequent projects at other sites across Scotland. The initiative aligns closely with…
Read MoreShort story collection is a great little read
Edinburgh Shorts is a collection of 16 short stories set in the city of contrasts that is Edinburgh. The characters and their lives are as varied as the setting and the versatility of the stories holds the interest of the reader with ease. The charm of this book is that the stories are short enough…
Read MoreEdinburgh unveils its plans for Christmas joy
Edinburgh’s Christmas is back and set to bring festive cheer to the heart of the city. This year sees the return of the city’s much-loved Christmas ice rink, sponsored by Lidl GB and partnered by Essential Edinburgh, in its new home on George Street. The firm favourite will include a first for Edinburgh’s Christmas, skate…
Read MoreTrophy winning addition to Tomatin’s Warehouse 6
Tomatin has today announced the release of its fifth expression of the critically acclaimed Warehouse 6 Collection – 1978. Distilled on 21 September 1978, this remarkable expression has been gently maturing for the past 42 years in Tomatin’s Warehouse 6, a traditional dunnage warehouse. Nestled in a quiet corner of the distillery, Warehouse 6 houses…
Read MoreScots and Japanese artists stage linked exhibitions
An exhibition by four artists in Scotland and four in Japan opens in Stornoway this month. Being held at An Lanntair, this is the culmination of a year-long exchange programme between eight artists exploring the idea of ‘North’. Two linked exhibitions will also be held in Japan – one in a rice barn and one…
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