Posts by Kenny Smith
Event celebrates all things Scottish and vegan
If you thought vegan festivals were just for vegans and veggies – think again. Everyone is enjoying vegan these days from Will.I.AM and Jennifer Lopez to Benedict Cumberbatch and Brad Pitt. Vegan week from Great British Bake Off showed us just how much fun you can have with vegan food and now the supermarkets appear…
Read MoreScots charity ball benefits two charities
A charity ball raised over ÂŁ57,000 for two worth Scottish charities and inspired rally driver support. Organised by Leanne Mongahan, The Advent Ball at Springwood Hall in Kelso raised over ÂŁ57,000 for Pancreatic Cancer Scotland and The Difference, the Borders’ Macmillan Cancer Centre. Around 560 people attended the event in December 2018 with tickets being…
Read MoreIconic Caterham sports cars have new Scots retailer
Iconic British sportscar maker, Caterham, has appointed two new retailers – including one in Scotland. Based in the heart of Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, the new retailer will be operated by the respected Leven Motor Company, which also represents premium brands Rolls Royce and Aston Martin. The second new site is based in a brand-new showroom…
Read MoreSample new drams before they hit the shops
Family whisky makers Wemyss Malts have relaunched their website offering whisky fans the chance to join the Wemyss Malts Cask Club. Membership offers access to unique bottlings released solely to the members as well as preview purchases of the latest malt whisky releases. The initial offering to the Cask Club is Smoky Nectar a 35…
Read MoreFalkland Palace is a castle that’s fit for a queen
One of Scotland’s most famous historic characters, Mary Queen of Scots has been front of mind recently with the release of the movie of her life. Mary travelled Scotland leaving her mark on many of the country’s historic buildings but did you know it was the National Trust for Scotland’s Falkland Palace where she spent…
Read MoreMark Bonnar’s always happy to head to Shetland
Scots actor Mark Bonnar admits that reading the scripts for the new series of Shetland was tough to do. Mark, who grew up in East Kilbride before moving to Edinburgh, plays Duncan in the hit BBC Scotland crime series. The series was originally based on Ann Cleeves’ novels, before becoming original tales written for television.…
Read MoreOwn a Royal Deeside estate with parkland and fields
There’s a rare opportunity to purchase an iconic property on Royal Deeside with commanding countryside views. Dess House near Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, is a very fine country house with its own parkland, wooded grounds and policies extending to some 30 acres. Dess House has not been available on the open market for some 25 years. Presented…
Read MoreEdinburgh Tradfest will be back in tune in April
Edinburgh Tradfest is returning in 2019 thanks to continued support from Creative Scotland’s open funding programme and the City of Edinburgh Tattoo Culture Fund. The festival will kick off at the Queen’s Hall on Friday 26 April with live music from anarchic Irish folk band Lankum from Dublin, whose music combines vocal harmonies, musical arrangements…
Read MoreSearch and rescue dogs to benefit from Rural Awards
The Scottish Rural Awards are delighted to announce their 2019 charity partner – Search & Rescue Dog Association Scotland (SARDA Scotland). SARDA Scotland is a national charity who train dogs and their handlers to search for missing persons, they’re an entirely volunteer-based organisation and cover all of Scotland, 24 hours a day, 365 days of…
Read MoreSilverwood offers an exclusive use wedding venue
A wedding showcase is taking place at the stunning Silverwood Lodges and Bistro next weekend. Silverwood provides an unrivalled easily accessed location only minutes from either Perth and Dundee and just over an hour from Glasgow, Aberdeen and Edinburgh. With Silverwood’s unique country setting it, gives you the chance to put your own touch on your…
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