Posts by Kenny Smith
Buy a bottle of whisky and back a worthy cause
A Scotch whisky firmed has unveiled a charitable bottling in aid of the RAF Benevolent Fund. Douglas Laing and Co has announced Big Peat The RAF Edition in aid of the RAF Benevolent Fund. Founded in 1919, this year the Fund celebrates 100 years of providing financial, practical and emotional support to serving and former…
Read MorePupils braved the conditions in Greenland
Young Scots who participated in a life-changing, 10-day expedition in Eastern Greenland with youth charity The Polar Academy have had their achievements recognised. More than 120 guests attended a special dinner and medal ceremony at Dundas Castle on the outskirts of Edinburgh to recognise the achievements of ten pupils from Bathgate Academy in West Lothian.…
Read MoreA simple dental device can save your marriage
You don’t need to be a light sleeper to know how damaging a disrupted night’s sleep can be to your daily life. Even just one night of disturbed sleep can quadruple your risk of catching a cold, lower your motivation and reaction times, reduce your ability to concentrate and even affect your appetite. So, imagine…
Read MoreDistiller’s amazing charity gesture – in perpetuity
A Scots family distiller has announced that it will be donating ÂŁ1 per bottle for all on-going sales to Motor Neurone Disease, in perpetuity. Arbikie Distillery, which is based on Scotland’s scenic east coast by Lunan Bay is owned and run by the Stirling brothers, who named their award-winning AK’s Gin after their father, Alex…
Read MoreA high quality finish in a versatile home
How Law is a tremendous modern detached family home which has been finished to a high standard and offers bright and versatile accommodation. The property, brought to the market by Galbraith, has oil fired under floor heating, wood burning stove in the sitting room, bespoke kitchen with quartz worktops, modern sanitary fittings, a mix of…
Read MoreScottish football women will look the part at World Cup
The Scotland Women’s National Team will travel to the FIFA Women’s World Cup in style this summer, thanks to Walker Slater. The Tweed specialists will supply the squad with Harris Tweed Hebrides jackets to wear as they fly out to France in June, ensuring the players and coaching staff look the part ahead of the…
Read MoreWhisky distillery earns Scottish tourism accolade
A whisky distillery steeped in the heart of Glasgow’s distillery industry is celebrating after achieving a prestigious Quality Assurance award from VisitScotland. The Clydeside Distillery, situated in the pumphouse building which once controlled entry into the Glasgow Queen’s Dock, has secured a five-star rating from the national tourism organisation. The grading highlights businesses within the…
Read MoreDon’t duck out of trying this tasty recipe
We all enjoy good food, and we’ve got a delicious recipe for you to try. Courtesy of The Bonham hotel in Edinburgh, we have a tasty Poached Duck Egg, British Asparagus, Cured Ham and Mustard Dressing recipe, courtesy of their head chef Marco. Set in a quiet leafy crescent in the exclusive West End of…
Read MoreSmall is beautiful for new Scottish hotel company
A Scots-born international hotelier is coming home to gradually launch a new hotel collection and the clue is in the name. Gordon Campbell Gray’s new company, The Wee Hotel Company, plans to develop and invest in special properties around Scotland and will be quietly looking for suitable opportunities. The emphasis will be on authenticity and…
Read MoreA real gem at the heart of the spring collection
Single malt whisky creator Gordon & MacPhail has announced its Spring Collection, with a rare 38-year-old whisky at its heart. Gordon & MacPhail say their whiskies draw upon the unrivalled depth and breadth of knowledge the company has gained from maturing spirit from over 100 Scottish distilleries. One of the highlights of the Spring Collection…
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