Posts by Kenny Smith
Mission to Europe aims to boost Scottish tourism
Scottish tourism businesses will seek to strengthen Scotland’s position in European visitor markets at the national tourism organisation’s second pan-European travel trade mission. The Scotland workshop, organised by VisitScotland, will bring together 40 Scottish suppliers and up to 40 representatives of key travel organisations from different European markets. Taking place in Frankfurt, Germany, from 26…
Read MoreNew way to enter ballots to obtain rare Macallans
The Macallan has created an easier way for its customers to enter ballots to buy its limited edition whiskies. At present, customers can sign up to receive a newsletter from the firm. A spokesman said: ‘We are excited to introduce our brand new The Macallan Account, giving you access to enter our whisky ballots. You…
Read MoreTheir good food is recognised with a quality award
A Scots restaurant has added the award for culinary excellence to its growing collection. New Chapter restaurant on Eyre Place, in Edinburgh’s New Town, owned and run by husband and wife team Matthew and Carol Korecki, has been recognised as a Good Food Award winner for 2020. The Good Food Awards are based upon extensive…
Read MoreTry something different and bake your own Christmas cake
We’re looking ahead to the festive season with a tasty Christmas cake recipe, courtesy of Twelve Triangles. Founded by bakers Rachel Morgan and Emily Cuddeford, Twelve Triangles now have four bakeries in Edinburgh. They make and serve their signature cold-prove, slow-fermented sourdough loaves, legendary doughnuts and famed croissant loaves throughout their bakeries alongside homemade jams,…
Read MoreA house with airy rooms for offers over ÂŁ1.2million
An impressive home in the country is now for sale on the property market. Presented for sale by Rettie & Co, Membland is a stunning county house dating from 1956, close to one of the East Lothian’s most sought-after villages. The house has a wealth of period detail and light airy rooms with large astragal…
Read MoreFake or not at free whisky valuation sessions
Rising prices mean investing in whisky is an increasingly popular investment option. But the downside is that the market is now attracting the unwelcome attention of counterfeiters. With the potential for fake whisky on the rise, online auctioneers Just Whisky will be travelling to venues across Scotland in November holding a series of free valuation…
Read MoreNew Dan Miller art exhibition opens its doors at SWG3
Multi-discipline arts venue SWG3 will present a new series of paintings by Glasgow-based artist Dan Miller. A new exhibition displaying the paintings of Glasgow artist Dan Miller opens tomorrow (Friday 8 November). As part of the venue’s winter arts programme, the exhibition will run from November 8-30 and will feature entirely new work. Miller, who…
Read MoreRed Bull Neptune Steps doubles in size for 2020
The date of the biggest ever Red Bull Neptune Steps event to be staged in Glasgow has been revealed. The Maryhill Locks will once again be the setting for the UK’s toughest open water swimming challenge, as Red Bull Neptune Steps return to Glasgow with exciting new elements. To accommodate growing demand, the 2020 event…
Read MoreIt’s the most sparkling time of the year
Laings have launched their magical Christmas campaign this month. The most sparkling time of year brings with it warm family moments and glittering gifts. To celebrate Laings stores across the UK have been transformed to reflect the spirit of the season. Luxury jewellers, Laings, festive campaign was launched at the start of November as the…
Read MorePrestigious panel for the Scottish Rural Awards
Bake Off star Flora Shedden and previous winner Sir Ian Grant will be joining the Scottish Rural Awards judging panel for 2020. The Scottish Rural Awards celebrate the enterprise, innovation and community spirit of those who live and work in Scotland’s countryside and close for nominations on Monday 11 November. The judges will convene for…
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