Posts by Kenny Smith
After fishing in Russia, there’s no place like home
Despite the large and plentiful salmon in Russia’s rivers, our writer claims nothing matches the Scottish fishing experience – even when you catch very little. All my life I had wanted to fish in Russia. I had heard and read so much about it. There were monster salmon there; there were undreamed-of amounts; the rivers…
Read MoreThis artisan juice business is based on core values
Artisan apple juice is squeezing its way into the soft drinks market. Cuddybridge Apple Juice make small-batch artisan juices in the splendid setting of a courtyard in Kailzie Gardens at Peebles on the banks of the River Tweed. ‘It’s a glorious place to squash apples,’ says Graham Stoddart, the man behind the juice. ‘It’s so…
Read MoreHer creative talents are good on paper
Using everything from old books to teabag paper, Isabell Buenz is taking origami to a whole new level. Creating art and fashion from paper was almost a fait accompli for the German artist. Isabell swapped her homeland for Edinburgh in 1999. ‘My dad worked for a local newspaper, so we always had lots of leftover paper…
Read MoreThe life and crimes of Dame Sue Black
Dame Sue Black is the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Engagement at Lancaster University. From 2005 to 2018, she was Professor of Anatomy and Forensic Anthropology at the University of Dundee. A leading forensic anthropologist, she has helped on a number of high-profile criminal cases. My father was a cabinet maker, upholsterer and French polisher. My earliest…
Read MoreGlenalmond pupils’ success in investor challenge
A team of pupils from Glenalmond College in Perthshire were this week delighted to receive the news that they are through to the semi-finals of a prestigious national investment competition. The pupils, Kyle Maddox, Hamza Ramsan and Djordje Bojanic, were selected as semi-finalists from 9215 teams who entered the “Student Investor Challenge” run by the…
Read MoreBiscuit Tin hoping to broach the taboo of death
Death remains one of the last taboos in the UK, with a nation unable to broach the subject amongst family and friends, according to research undertaken by the UK’s first digital legacy vault, Biscuit Tin. The research for the Scots firm, which questioned over 1000 people from all walks of life, all over the UK,…
Read MoreA Scotch beef recipe with Mexican twist
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has revealed a new recipe ahead of Valentine’s Day (14 February) that is sure to make your meal a slamming success. Whether it’s Valentine’s, Galentine’s or Palentine’s, the Scotch Beef PGI Steak with Tequila and lime marinade will add a zesty kick to your dinner and provide a tasty alternative for…
Read MoreGrouse moor helps golden eagle conservation
A Highland estate is encouraging other land owners to get involved with a ground-breaking Scottish golden eagle conservation project after eagle chicks were donated to the project. As one of the first estates involved in the pioneering South of Scotland Golden Eagle Project, Pitmain and Glenbanchor Estate, a 12,000 acre estate near Kingussie, volunteered to…
Read MoreJayne needs help to reach triathlon finals
A few years ago, Jayne Emery from Bridge of Earn, didn’t go swimming because she didn’t have the ability. Tonight, The Kirkstyle Inn is hosting a fundraiser for Jayne, who is going to be representing Team GB in the 2020 Euro and World Championships as a triathlete. The Kirkstyle Inn is Perthshire is holding the…
Read MoreThe long walk to freedom after the Clearances
The Highland Clearances forced many to make desperate journeys in search of a new life. This is the inspiring story of one of them. More than 200 years ago, a group of quite ordinary men, women and children from Sutherland set out on what would prove to be an extraordinary journey in search of a…
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