Posts by Kenny Smith
An electric future planned by 19th century Scot
As many of us consider replacing our gas-guzzling cars with eco-friendly alternatives, Robert Davidson was an Aberdonian who pioneered the idea of electric transport back in the 19th century. It’s funny how things have a way of coming back into fashion: vinyl records, beards and the wonderfully nostalgic Polaroid camera. But perhaps the most significant…
Read MoreEnjoy a walk in the great outdoors with your dog
Us Scots love our four-legged friends. There’s nothing quite like going out for a walk in the fresh air, and seeing our dogs enjoying a romp in the hills. In the north-east of Scotland we are lucky to have some extraordinarily beautiful places to stretch those energetic legs. Here at Scottish Field, we want to…
Read MoreArtist David celebrates panoramic views in his work
Panoramic views of north eastern coastlines, woodlands teeming with fauna and flora, and majestic hills rolling effortlessly into the horizon – we are undoubtedly spoiled by the natural beauty of Aberdeenshire. Though many of us admire this remarkable part of the world, it takes a keen artistic eye to communicate that beauty onto a blank…
Read MoreLive life on the veg with these delicious foods
Having won the Scottish Food & Drink’s Inspirational Young Person Award in 2017, Ellie Sinclair’s Aberdeenshire business VegCø is going from strength to strength. Whether it’s due to an Instagram revolution driving us to snap perfect pictures of our food, concerns over animal welfare and environmental issues, or simply the desire to shed a couple…
Read MoreAfrican brass and copper at heart of new display
A new display exploring how brass and copper were used as objects of exchange, status and power in Africa has opened at the National Museum of Scotland. The creation and trade of elaborate, decorated metalwork has been widespread across West and Central Africa for centuries, and these feature in the Art of African Metalwork. Objects…
Read MoreReferee will be on top of the world – literally
Scottish rugby referee Graham Allen has officiated matches in all sorts of locations, from Edinburgh to Barbados. But next month he’ll be blowing his whistle on a rugby pitch like no other. Edinburgh-based Graham, 54, is taking part in a fundraiser for rugby charity Wooden Spoon – one of Scottish Rugby’s official charity partners, which…
Read MoreExploring and saving the backbone of Scotland
After walking the watershed in 64 days in 2005, a 745 mile route he calls ‘the backbone of Scotland’, Peter Wright believes sustainable measures are required in order to guarantee the preservation of this landscape. He initially started to write this book as a journal of his trip but soon began researching and found greater…
Read MoreFirst weekend food market takes place next week
Bowhouse Market Weekends return this month, with the first of 2019 taking place next Saturday and Sunday, 9 and 10 March. The first market of the year will be a celebration of spring, with a New Beginnings theme to usher in the warmer climes. Charity partner Marie Curie will be inspiring budding gardeners with a…
Read MoreDelicious pork tikka skewers with flavour in each bite
Our week of tasty pork recipes concludes today with a yummy recipes for pork tikka skewers with masala sauce. To mark the Go Places with Pork campaign, we have brought you a series of delicious recipes. Specially Selected Pork is assured pork from Scotland, from specific animals that are sourced from selected farms, adopting best…
Read MoreFive ensuites and great views from this family home
A substantial family home with five ensuite bedrooms and located in an attractive country setting is now for sale. Galbraith present Tamley House, a well-presented and substantial detached modern home, which enjoys a lovely setting on the edge of the quiet hamlet of Foodieash in North-East Fife. The house was built about 10 years ago…
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