Posts by Kenny Smith
Sunrise by the Sea will bring some smiles and joy
A fantastically quirky yet moving story, Sunrise by the Sea features introvert Marisa Rosso, a young girl bound by grief for her recently deceased Italian grandfather. Through the suggestion of her rather obnoxious flatmate, she moves to a tidal island off the Cornish coast to get some peace and clarity. But upon arrival she realises…
Read MoreThere’s a good reason to go wild about this stunning art
It has been a while since I opened a book showcasing such great works of wildlife art accompanied by humorous but informative writing. I would, however, expect nothing less from one of Britain’s leading sporting and wildlife artists. This latest book is a collection of McPhail’s most accomplished works from the last two decades, all…
Read MoreRare whisky makes a strong recovery and set for record year
The rare whisky market for 2021 is set to break all previous records, following a strong first six months of the year. That’s according to new figures published today by whisky analyst, broker and investment experts Rare Whisky 101. The first half of 2021 has seen nearly 85,000 bottles of single malt Scotch whisky traded…
Read MoreScottish Game Fair set to give ÂŁ5 million economic boost
Perthshire businesses have welcomed the potential ÂŁ5 million economic boost that the GWCT Scottish Game Fair will provide this month. According to Jump Research, accommodation providers, restaurants and other local businesses in the surrounding area are set to benefit from the arrival of more than 30,000 visitors and nearly 300 exhibitors for the Game and…
Read MoreGlenalmond College is finalist in national awards
Glenalmond College has been announced as a finalist in the Independent School of the Year Awards 2021. Glenalmond is the only Scottish school finalist in the Performing Arts category of the awards which this year attracted more than 700 nominations. Congratulating staff, Dr Michael Alderson, head of Glenalmond College, said reaching the finals of this…
Read MoreFinal eight for inaugural Annie Brown Essay Prize revealed
The finalists for the inaugural Anne Brown Essay Prize have been announced. The new ÂŁ1,500 prize, delivered by Wigtown Book Festival in association with BBC Radio Scotland, celebrates the best recent literary essay by a writer in or from Scotland and rewards precise writing, original thinking, curiosity and creative approaches to non-fiction. The eight-strong shortlist…
Read MoreA historic tale inspired The Balvenie’s Second Red Rose
The Balvenie is expanding its portfolio and launching a new whisky, The Second Red Rose. The newest release to The Balvenie’s coveted Stories range, the recent bottle will form part of a collection of single malts representing tales of characters, endeavour and generational knowledge gathered at the Balvenie Distillery in Dufftown. A tale centred around…
Read MoreAt 23 years and 11 months, it’s the oldest of its kind
The oldest known white-tailed eagle in the UK has been identified as having been born in Scotland. A ring fitted to a white-tailed eagle nestling that fledged in the Highlands in 1996 allowed the individual to be identified in the field as an adult bird in 2020, making it the oldest known bird of this…
Read MoreThere’s more to this tale than just Scottish romance
I was put off by the jacket of this book, but in this case the old adage rings true. What may at first glance appear to be a romantic novel is actually a tale full of crime, politics and intrigue, set against the backdrop of Edinburgh in the 1740s. Yes, there is a romantic element…
Read MoreThe Macallan looks to expand its growth in France
A leading Scotch whisky firm is looking to boost its French operation in 2022. From January 2022, the newly-created Edrington France will represent The Macallan and The Glenrothes single malt. Edrington, the ultra-premium spirits company, has announced plans to create a French venture focused on The Macallan, one of the world’s most admired single malt Scotch whiskies, and The Glenrothes Single Malt. The capital is home to Europe’s…
Read More