Posts by Kenny Smith
Property sales in the Stirling area show good results
Lifestyle buyers have prompted a healthy sales quarter for property in Stirling. Galbraith has published its latest report into the Stirling market, covering the fourth quarter of 2018, ending 3 December, with sales figures supporting the trend of a year-round property market in Stirlingshire. The number of property sales completed by Galbraith in Stirling this…
Read MoreA unique chance for artists to work in a bothy
A new store is marking its opening by giving artists a chance to showcase their talents. To celebrate TOAST’s Edinburgh store, the lifestyle brand is partnering with Bothy Project to offer emerging visual artists in Scotland a one-week residency at Inshriach Bothy. TOAST creates and curates simple, functional, beautiful clothing and homeware. They are known…
Read MoreSir Billy Connolly to lead Tartan Day Parade
Sir Billy Connolly will be the Grand Marshal of the New York City Tartan Day Parade this year. Taking place on the 21st anniversary of the official Tartan Day this April, the globally-renowned comedian, artist, musician, presenter, actor and artist will lead this year’s procession along Manhattan’s Sixth Avenue on Saturday April 6 – with…
Read MoreRestaurant to mark International Women’s Day
An award-winning Glasgow restaurant is to mark International Women’s Day with two exclusive events with award-winning author, Anne Pia. Taking place on 8 March, Eusebi Deli is a renowned Italian restaurant in the heart of the city’s West End, which is owned by Giovanna Eusebi, and the events will raise money in aid of the Moira…
Read MoreIt’s been worth the 30 year wait for Glengoyne
Glengoyne Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky has announced the release of the second edition of Glengoyne 30 Year Old. The latest addition to the distillery’s limited edition range, the Glengoyne 30 Year Old, 2018 Edition, is set to be even more exclusive than the first 2017 release, with only 5,200 bottles of the Highland Single…
Read More2019 Cordis Prize for Tapestry Shortlist revealed
The world’s biggest prize for tapestry, The Cordis Prize has announced the shortlist of weaving artists who are in the running for the title. The shortlist of 17 artworks by 16 artists will be considered for the £8000 prize and exhibited to the public at Inverleith House Gallery in Edinburgh from 16 March to 27…
Read MoreA ‘voluptuous’ whisky that’s 25 years in the making
The Glendronach has spent the last quarter of a century preparing its latest limited release. Since the distillery was founded by James Allardice in 1826, The GlenDronach has been mastering an elegant, rich and robust Highland Single Malt, matured in the finest Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks from Andalucía in Spain. Now, after 25…
Read MoreBringing a brewery to the heart of the capital
A new bar and brewery is to open in Edinburgh’s Grassmarket this February. Scottish hospitality group, Signature Pubs, has announced the launch of Cold Town House. Following a £4m investment, the former site of the Robertson Memorial Church has been transformed to create a 21st century brewery, bar, restaurant and rooftop terrace. Complementing the original…
Read MoreThe perfect paella – and it’s made with Scottish pork
In Scotland, we have many fine meats – and right now, Quality Meat Scotland is promoting Specially Selected Pork. 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. Specially Selected…
Read MoreOn the fiddle to celebrate the master of music
The 16th annual Niel Gow Festival will take place next month, to celebrate the life of the man regarded by many as the patriarch of the Scottish fiddle tradition. The festival programme over the weekend of 15–17 March in Dunkeld and Birnam, has something for everyone, players and punters alike and, as is the case…
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