Posts by Kenny Smith
Meet Sheila Fleet – with a discount in jewellery store
Scottish jewellery designer Sheila Fleet will be holding a Meet the Designer event at the end of this month. Known for her work in precious metals and gemstones, Sheila will be showing her latest creative designs at her boutique shop in Edinburgh’s historic Stockbridge. Sheila draws her inspiration from nature and her island environment. On…
Read MoreDestinations for an unforgettable Scottish holiday
If you’re looking to enjoy the very best that Scotland has to offer, there’s a variety of fantastic accommodation to suit your needs. Whether you’d rather explore Scotland’s wild places, learn about its rich heritage, or just relax in luxury, we’ve rounded up a few of the best places to stay. A visit to Loch…
Read MoreMarking the Macallan’s Best Scotch Experiences
Whisky lovers throughout the world are celebrating their love of a dram through a unique celebration of innovative, interactive and engaging whisky serves. The Macallan has announced the launch of The World’s Best Scotch Experiences, marking the love of a dram around the world. Through this series, viewers will be provided a never-before-seen look into…
Read MoreOfficial camping partner for national park
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park has announced it has an official camping partner. Leading UK outdoor equipment manufacturer, Vango, will work with Scotland’s first National Park to promote sustainable camping and support people from all backgrounds to enjoy camping there, in a three year partnership. With some of the UK’s most stunning scenery…
Read MoreReady for orcas to pass through Scottish waters
Sealife lovers are set to descend on Scotland, as the annual Orca Watch is just days away. The staff of the Sea Watch Foundation is waiting in anticipation to start conducting watches and collect records of the orcas passing through the Pentland Firth. Three other sightings of orcas have already been reported around Caithness in…
Read MoreSkullduggery and danger in the Munro saga
Clan feuds, skullduggery and medieval warfare feature in A House Divided, a turbulent tale of 16th century Scotland and France. In this eagerly awaited sequel to Turn of the Tide, Skea continues the story of the Munro family who are forced into hiding by William Cunninghame. Gripping from the get-go, with drama and intrigue woven…
Read MoreSpecial dinner will honour the life of Andrew Fairlie
The life of Scotland’s great chef, Andrew Fairlie, will be celebrated at a special dinner in his honour as part of Mhor Festival on Friday 24 May. Andrew Fairlie played a key role in the annual Friday Night Feast at Mhor Festival near Balquhidder, Perthshire, for several years. This year it will be held in…
Read MoreSpring into a new life by the sea with new development
The second eagerly-anticipated phase of a popular development has now launched with the opening of a brand new showhome. Marine Rise by CALA Homes (East), situated in the desirable community of Gullane, East Lothian, has opened the doors to its new ‘Stevenson’ showhome – giving homebuyers the opportunity to step in and see what life…
Read MoreHair raising drinks to mark this year’s World Whisky Day
Scotch whisky J&B Rare and Ruffians barber shop have teamed up for a hair raising experience with a difference. They will give all customers who book in for a treatment the opportunity to enjoy a J&B Rare cocktail until the end of May. The offer will be available at all five shops, including the Edinburgh…
Read MoreSo much choice on the new brunch menu at Eusebi’s
Brunch is one of those concepts I’ve always enjoyed – can’t quite be bothered to get up in the morning, so have breakfast at lunchtime. One of my favourite restaurants in Glasgow is the Eusebi Deli and Restaurant – and they’re just launched the Eusebi weekday brunch menu – so, combining two of my favourite…
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