Posts by Kenny Smith
Meet the Scots who are all at sea – and loving it
On a chilly, drizzly Sunday in January, I found myself tucked up in layer upon layer of fleeces and waterproof gear, half lying/half sitting in the bow of a rowboat on the Firth of Forth. I could hear the water lapping at the sides of the boat as four powerful rowers worked in unison, guided…
Read MoreWhat do your socks say about you?
Does the thought of adding colour to your wardrobe spark anxiety and images of Ian Poulter? Do you live in a neutral zone where navy is the norm, asks Archie Hume of A Hume Country Clothing? Are your socks threadbare, or boxfresh and bobble-free? My many years in menswear have taught me that socks say…
Read MoreAll set for Britain’s most elegant race – in Tweed
Some 3000 hardy trail runners will be heading to Traquair House, Innerleithen, in the Scottish Borders next weekend. They will be taking part in the Mighty Deerstalker, the biggest and the toughest ‘do it in Tweed’ themed night run to be staged in the UK, when it returns in force on Saturday 16 March with…
Read MoreMusic, film, TV and more at this year’s XpoNorth
XpoNorth have announced the latest batch of speakers confirmed to participate in this year’s edition. Taking place at Eden Court Theatre & Cinema across 3-4 July, the event will again bring together a host of regional, national and international voices to discuss the hottest topics shaping and influencing the sector. The festival is delighted to…
Read MoreA limited annual release from sherry cask
Tamdhu Speyside single malt Scotch whisky has launched a new limited annual release 15 Year Old to complement its expanding collection in domestic and travel retail markets globally. The new malt, created for specialist domestic retailers, reflects Tamdhu’s commitment to producing ‘only the best’ sherry cask matured whisky. Bottled at 46% ABV, non-chill filtered and…
Read MoreA celebration of Scotland’s gin market
With little indication that the gin bubble is set to burst anytime soon, Scotland is booming with distilleries creating their own style of the spirit. In this colourful book, Scottish Gin Awards judge Sean Murphy explores the history of gin and the variety of Scottish gin on the market. For each of the 50 gins…
Read MoreNational Wallace Monument hosts series of lectures
A special programme of evening lectures taking a look at Scottish history and culture is set to take place at The National Wallace Monument in March and April. Designed to both educate and entertain attendees during the landmark’s 150th anniversary year, the line-up of lectures starts on Thursday, 7 March, with The Quest for Scotland’s…
Read MoreNew funding will help SCO spread musical word
The Scottish Chamber Orchestra is to continue its pioneering community and education programmes right across Scotland. The SCO has announced Edinburgh investment management firm Baillie Gifford as its Creative Learning Partner, who will support the Orchestra’s work. The internationally celebrated Scottish Chamber Orchestra is made up of a unique collection of talented musicians who inspire…
Read MoreA tribute to the explorer who brought botany home
Sir Peter Hutchison, a renowned 20th century plant hunter, botanist and author, has died. Aged 83 when he passed away, Peter was a keen gardener, amateur botanist, environmentalist and intrepid explorer with an outstanding knowledge and appreciation of the world of plants. For more than three decades he delivered an exceptional contribution to the life…
Read MoreEnjoy a fine food and drink festival in great outdoors
Independent street food market PLATFORM is bringings its biggest and best food and drink festival to Scotland. Paisley Food and Drink Festival is one of Scotland’s largest outdoor food and drink festivals and will take place in Paisley town centre on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 April. This year’s line-up will showcase the finest street…
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