Posts by Kenny Smith
Learn the secrets of where a top chef sources food
A leading chef-patron is inviting Scottish Field readers to discover the secrets of his private garden this year. Fred Berkmiller, from l’escargot bleu, l’escargot blanc and Bar a Vin, will be taking us into his garden throughout the year in a series of videos revealing just what goes into these leading restaurants. Fred started his…
Read MoreLife of the ancient Egyptians at National Museums
The secrets of ancient Egypt are currently being revealed at National Museums Scotland. The exhibition is part of the event to mark the completion of the transformation of the National Museum of Scotland’s iconic Victorian building in Edinburgh and a diverse and world-class programme of exhibitions means a fascinating world of discovery is ready. The…
Read MoreThis A-listed Scottish castle offers the best views
An A listed Highland baronial mansion with fantastic panoramic views over a loch and islands is now the market. Located in Acharacle, Glenborrodale Castle is set in grounds of about 132.99 acres including the Isle of Risga, with panoramic views over Loch Sunart and the Isles of Carna and Oronsay. Presented by Bell Ingram, Glenborrodale…
Read MoreCelebrating all creatures great and small
In Cows In Trees, Julian Earl charmingly entertains the reader with a collection of his favourite memoirs and tales. His extraordinary occurrences were amassed from a 45-year career as a highly-qualified veterinary surgeon. Earl’s colloquial style is filled with light-hearted wit. It offers an honest and alternative insight into the life of a vet as…
Read MoreBid to protect scuttled Scapa Flow World War I wrecks
One hundred years ago, the German High Seas Fleet was scuttled at Scapa Flow on Orkney. Now, a century later, a consultation has been launched seeking views from the public on the designation of the site as a Historic Marine Protected Area (HMPA). The consultation was announced this week by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon at…
Read MoreA German favourite with Scottish ingredients
Schnitzel is a traditional German dish – and it’s even better when made with Scottish ingredients. Specially Selected Pork is assured pork from Scotland. In a nutshell, Specially Selected Pork is from specific animals that are sourced from selected farms, adopting best practice including animal welfare and natural production methods. Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has…
Read MoreScottish filming locations Brits most want to visit
The Isle of Skye, made famous by the 1973 film The Wicker Man, is the number one Scottish film location people want to visit this year. Location of Oscar nominated film Mary Queen of Scots, Glencoe, is featured on the top five survey which also revealed that films provide inspiration for a quarter of the…
Read MoreThis walled garden is an all-year-round haven
Margaret and Iain Gimlet ’s garden lies in the Strathtay valley opposite Farragon Hill in Perthshire. Windswept and quite high it is not an easy garden and in 2014 it won a Sky television award for the best of three gardens in Scotland, all located on difficult sites. Margaret and Iain happily admit that the…
Read MoreCombine gardening and art in special workshop
A highly-regarded Scottish art school has revealed a new masterclass that combines the medium of art with gardening. The Garden Design and Plant Drawing Workshop – taking place at the art4you studio in Killearn, Stirlingshire, on 2 March 2019 – will be led by renowned garden designer, Holly Nairn, and artist, Jill Dow. They will…
Read MoreBob Marley’s band and snooker legend set for festival
Independent family friendly music festival Doune the Rabbit Hole announces its strongest lineup yet as the first wave of more than 50 artists are unveiled for its 10th birthday edition this summer. The friendly festival, held over three days in beautiful, rural Stirlingshire, continues its partnership with Scottish gig promoter 432 Presents bringing together exclusive…
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