Posts by Kenny Smith
Five-bedroom property is tailor made family home
A late Victorian double-fronted five bedroom detached granite property is now on the property market. Presented by Savills, Glencairn was built during 1901 at the behest of James Moir, tailor to the Earls of Aberdeen at Haddo, who made his fortune in the Glencairn gold mines in South Africa, from where the house derives its…
Read MoreSchool appoints Kate Martin as new head teacher
Mowden Hall School has appointed a new head teacher. Following a rigorous recruitment process involving an impressive group of candidates, the trustees of the Cothill Trust announce that Kate Martin will be the next head of Mowden Hall. Mrs Martin will succeed Neal Bailey when he leaves to become head of Pinewood School in July…
Read MoreCurries for those counting the calories
Can you eat a curry and still be on a January health kick? That’s the challenge calorie conscious diners have given themselves this month – and Dakhin restaurant in Glasgow might have come up with the perfect solution. The South Indian restaurant in Candleriggs has come up with a calorie counted menu that includes no…
Read MoreSome suggestions for drams for Burns Night
With Burns Night fast approaching, we’re certain that you will be looking for a good dram to celebrate the occasion. Whether you’re dancing the night away, enjoying a Burns supper, or sitting by the fire, we’ve compiled a list of some whiskies to celebrate the national bard of Scotland’s birthday. The BenRiach 10 Year Old…
Read MoreHelp us find Scotland’s top distillery tour and whisky bar
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Scottish Field Whisky Challenge – and we are looking for nominations for the Whisky Bar of the Year 2020 and the Distillery Visitor Experience of the Year 2020. Do you know the finest whisky bars in Scotland? Have you had a fantastic distillery tour? We’re asking whisky…
Read MoreCeltic Connections festival kicks off for 2020
Europe’s largest winter music festival, Celtic Connections 2020, begins today (Thursday 16 January) with 18 days of music on stages across Glasgow set to light up the city. Around 2000 musicians will take part in 300 events in Glasgow venues, showcasing an outstanding array of traditional folk, celtic, roots, Americana, jazz, soul and world music.…
Read MoreSchool piper helped to start the salmon season
A pupil at Strathallan School helped get the start of the salmon season on the River Tay underway. Stan Brodie (13), from Perth, piped the procession to the river, to assist in declaring the season had begun. On request from Gleneagles Hotel, Pipe Major Craig Muirhead identified Stan as having the musical prowess to carry…
Read MoreAlcohol free adult drink on trial in Scots restaurant
A premium alcohol-free adult drink is being trialled exclusively at La Bonne Auberge in Glasgow following a successful Crowdfunder campaign. Immaculate is a premium, botanical, low sugar, alcohol-free drink being developed by the team at Women’s Enterprise Scotland. Initially available as a 250ml pre-mix, Immaculate is being piloted in January and February whilst the team…
Read MoreWe’ve a tasty chocolate dessert recipe for you
Being executive chef at The Sheraton Edinburgh means Craig Hart is in charge of every part of the food operation. From banqueting and fine dining at One Square to the spa and Dining at The Pass, a desire to ensure all aspects of dining at the Sheraton are first class drives Craig and his team…
Read MoreThis country home has fantastic views over Ayrshire
An attractive modern country home with fine views is now for sale. Built in 2007 by the current owners, Coylebrae House is a two storey traditionally built house with single storey projections, finished with white render under a tiled roof. Presented by Galbraith, it has been expertly designed for modern day living and entertaining with…
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