Posts by Kenny Smith
The Steamie returns for a short run at The Hydro
One of the most iconic and best-loved Scottish plays, Tony Roper’s The Steamie, returns for a limited run at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow from today, until 31 December. A 13-strong dance and music ensemble joins the starry cast of Louise McCarthy (Magrit), Gayle Telfer Stevens (Dolly), Mary McCusker (Mrs Culfeathers), Fiona Wood (Doreen) and…
Read MoreQuest to find Scots student for Japanese adventure
The process of selecting one student from Scotland to embark on a ‘transformative’ learning experience in Japan as the winner of the 2020 Thomas Blake Glover ASI Scholarship is about to begin. Applications have been received, and 36 students from universities across Scotland are vying to be the next recipient of the prestigious scholarship. For…
Read MoreFantastic beasts (but not where to find them)
This book vividly brings to life the mythical creatures from a wide range of Scottish legends and folklore. It beautifully engages the imagination thanks to both the stories and the incredible illustrations that accompany them. This picture book has everything – the Loch Ness Monster is here, of course, but so are the less well-known…
Read MoreA fascinating look at Scotland’s lost distilleries
Scotch Missed is an interesting and informative guide to Scotland’s whisky industry. It offers the reader an insight into the history of the spirit and the struggles it has faced over time. It also has an area-specific guide to the country’s lost distilleries, some of which are now nothing more than a pile of rubble.…
Read MoreWilliam the cat – the saviour of Rosslyn Chapel
William is the guardian of Rosslyn Chapel. But with damp damaging the stonework, all is not well in the chapel. This delightful book combines refreshing language with charming characterisation. William the Cat and the Rescue of Rosslyn Chapel, by the Countess of Rosslyn, illustrated by Rosie Wellesley, published by the Rosslyn Chapel Trust, £7.95. [review…
Read MoreWatch the new Port of Leith Distillery taking shape
Whisky distilling is returning to Leith with the construction of a state of the art distillery in Edinburgh’s port district. Located beside Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre and The Royal Yacht Britannia, this is the first purpose-built single malt distillery to be constructed in the capital for over a century. Founded by Ian Stirling and Patrick…
Read MoreA tasty soup made from Christmas leftovers
When you’ve got a few leftovers from your Christmas dinner, you really don’t want to left them go to waste. Scotty Brand has teamed up with UK food blogger Loveage and Lavender to create a Boxing Day Leftover Soup. Loveage and Lavender said: ‘This thick, velvety and rich soup is made from the Christmas Day…
Read MoreBoxing Day launch for Tom Kitchin’s charity pizza
Award-winning Civerinos restaurant collection in Edinburgh have teamed up with renowned chef Tom Kitchin to design a one-off limited edition pizza, The Truffle Shuffle. All for an amazing cause, with all proceeds of the speciality pizza going to North East Edinburgh food bank. Officially launching on 26 December in Civerinos Slice until 5 January, both…
Read MoreSeven top tips for using up Christmas dinner leftovers
Portioning, labelling and researching are among the key words to consider for Brits who want to make the most of spare festive food. Money saving specialists from NetVoucherCodes.co.uk have revealed seven pieces of advice to help UK families use up all of their leftovers from the traditional Christmas Day roast dinner. Following the expert guidance…
Read MoreEight hangover cures you might need today
Festive revellers will have enjoyed alcoholic beverages aplenty this Christmas, so experts have revealed eight of the best hangover cures that won’t cost the world. Penny-pinching gurus from NetVoucherCodes.co.uk say the key to recovering after drinking a lot of alcohol is to replenish the body’s nutrient and mineral resources, as well as rehydrating yourself. It…
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