Posts by Kenny Smith
Scallywag set to launch new campaign
A Scotch whisky brand with a cheeky mascot is looking to boost its presence in the market. Scallywag Speyside Malt’s new marketing campaign, launching this month, will focus on building the Scallywag brand via digital, print and the on-trade. The activation will be significantly bolstered by three exciting new product launches for the brand which is…
Read MoreThey have invented the gin magic eight ball
Lovers of rhubarb and ginger rejoice – everyone’s favourite flavour just got even more interesting, thanks to Edinburgh Gin. The original Rhubarb & Ginger, Edinburgh Gin has added a full-strength gin to its much-loved line-up which already features a versatile Rhubarb & Ginger Gin Liqueur and convenient ready-to-drink can. Priced at £28, the full-strength gin…
Read MoreHotel’s delight at great approval rating
The Macdonald Holyrood Hotel in Edinburgh has been awarded a top award after securing a customer satisfaction rating of over 90% from its guests. The stylish four-star hotel situated at the foot of the iconic Arthur’s Seat, was recognised with an Award of Excellence by Irish coach tour operator CIE Tours International, which brings over…
Read MoreScots TV host in the Three Peaks Challenge
A Scots TV presenter is once again fundraising for a cause close to her heart. Having last year taken part in an old banger car rally around Europe with her dad Robin – owner of Mains of Taymouth country estate – in aid of a refugee charity, Danni Menzies, presenter of Channel 4’s A Place…
Read MoreExclusive bottles for Scots whisky festivals
May is a month to celebrate for whisky lovers, with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society taking its colourful events and characterful cask strength whisky to the Speyside, Campbeltown and Islay festivals. The whisky experts, with branches and members across the world, have an extensive programme of events and an exceptional range of special celebratory bottlings.…
Read MoreEnjoy a workers’ lunch for one day only
Glasgow’s Dhabba restaurant is celebrating International Labour Day today by offering customers a ‘workers lunch’ from behind the scenes. he North Indian restaurant in Glasgow’s Candleriggs, Merchant City wanted to mark the day that promotes labourers and the working classes by giving customers a basic but appetising meal that it is proud of. Their workers…
Read MoreDistillery to open the doors to its Secret Bar
Five star visitor attraction Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery has opened the doors of its exclusive Secret Bar to corporate bookings for the first time. Previously only open to VIP influencers, corporate visitors can now experience the Secret Bar, which is hidden in a corner of the Highland distillery’s historic warehouse space. A shrine to Tommy Dewar,…
Read MoreA fabulous home located in the heart of Speyside
A beautiful home in the heart of Speyside, in a stunning location, is available on the property market. Galbraith is pleased to bring to the market this exceptional home at Cragganmore near Ballindalloch. Lower Burnside has magnificent open views towards Ben Rinnes to the East and the Cromdale Hills to the West. It is situated…
Read MoreA celebration of old Scottish traditions
The 31st Scottish International Storytelling Festival will celebrate old traditions and new connections. Showcasing how music, dance and story communicate shared experiences that are ‘Beyond Words’, the event will run from 19–31 October. In this UN International Year of Indigenous Languages, First Nation and Scottish tradition bearers will share their heritage, while contemporary narratives of…
Read MoreCelebrating salmon and fishing on the Tweed
Arguably the greatest salmon fishing system in Europe, the River Tweed is well known for its 98-mile long stretch of water that is perfect for the sport. While many writers such as William Scrope and Tom Stoddart have previously written about salmon fishing on the River Tweed, none have managed to cover the stretch in…
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