Posts by Kenny Smith
Scottish city leads the betting for winter snow
We’re all dreaming of a White Christmas, but snow could be on the horizon much sooner and Aberdeen could be the place to throw the first snowball this December. As we enter the festive month, many weather-obsessed Brits are wondering which UK city will be first draped in a blanket of snow. Aberdeen leads the…
Read MoreEdinburgh stylist wins Scottish Hairdresser of the Year
Edinburgh is now home to the best hairdresser in Scotland. Jason Hall from Jason Hall Hairdressing was named Scottish Hairdresser of the Year. He received the title at HJ’s renowned British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional. The newly crowned styling star from the salon on Colinton Road, beat five other finalists to triumph in…
Read MoreBe bowled over with new housing development
Award-winning housebuilder Mactaggart & Mickel expect potential home owners to be bowled over by their latest exclusive development – Broom Grove. Comprising of six luxury 4- and 5-bedroom detached villas, this new development is located on the site of a former bowling club at Whitecraigs in Giffnock. Broom Grove is nestled within the much-loved Broom…
Read MoreA taste of Scotland from Usquabae
I was kindly invited to Usquabae Whisky Bar & Larder by Frida Jarlsby to indulge in a candlelit dinner in the West End of Edinburgh. And who better to share it with than Greg Urquhart from Gleann Mor Spirits Company. Having heard a lot about their pairing menu, I couldn’t wait to sit down to…
Read MoreFree oysters and beer are on offer tonight
Award-winning Le Di-Vin wine bar in Edinburgh’s West End have two treats for customers tonight (Friday, November 29). The Edinburgh Beer Factory and Oysterman Events will be along to make it a special evening. They have collaborated with Edinburgh Beer Factory, who will have their antique Citroen beer factory van outside the wine bar on…
Read MoreEmbrace the darkness with Britain at night
Dixe Wills embraces the darkness that is brought at sun-down by exploring Britain and sharing his thoughtful, and often riveting, experiences after sunset. From seeking supernatural thrills in the fables of mythical creatures to encountering the natural nocturnal habits of some of Scotland’s most spectacular wildlife, Dixe illuminates the darkness and invites us to join…
Read MoreAston Martin partners up with Bowmore Scotch whisky
Aston Martin Lagonda has announced that Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky has become its exclusive spirits partner. The partnership will see the two British luxury brands come together to create an exclusive series of outstanding products and experiences. Bowmore is the oldest distillery on Islay, where some of the most legendary and collectable whiskies…
Read MoreGet your tickets for the 2020 Scottish Rural Awards
Early bird tickets are now available to the Scottish Rural Awards 2020. The sixth Scottish Rural Awards & Gala Dinner will take place on Thursday 2 April 2020, and tickets are now on sale. Tickets are priced from £94.50 to £105 each, and can be bought HERE. We will announce the winners and runners-up of…
Read MoreBig names for the inaugural Paisley Book Festival
The full programme has been announced for the first-ever Paisley Book Festival. John Byrne celebrates his 80th year with a Big Birthday Bash in his hometown; Kirsty Wark talks about her new novel and her life reporting politics and Nikesh Shukla, editor of The Good Immigrant, is in discussion with Jay G Ying, co-founder of…
Read MoreGraham Norton joins the Big Scottish Book Club
The last edition in the current series of the Big Scottish Book Club features TV chat show host Graham Norton. Glasgow-based LGBT+ book group Tales from the City manage to get a scoop out of TV’s top celebrity interviewer. And all will be revealed in the latest episode of The Big Scottish Book Club, which…
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