Posts by Kenny Smith
Five reasons to love chocolate and whisky
A gorgeous line-up of some of the best whiskies is a sight for sore eyes. The craftsmanship that is put into creating such masterpiece bottles that deliver so many flavours converged brilliantly is an art of its own. And this is probably just one reason why we love our whisky. But the same goes for…
Read MoreThe £3.9million Cassillis Estate is steeped in history
An imposing castle standing high above the River Doon steeped in history and restored for 21st century living is now on the market. From a high bank, Cassillis towers over the River Doon. Presented for sale by Savills, it is approached through electric gates via a private tarred drive which follows the River Doon through…
Read MoreNew BBC show host is so proud of his Dumfries roots
Journalist and broadcaster Stephen Jardine will present a new current affairs programme on the new BBC Scotland channel. The first of 24 episodes of Debate Night will air on Wednesday 27 February at 10.45pm during the channel’s launch week. Each hour-long programme will allow a studio audience to put questions to people in power in…
Read MoreGame of Thrones Scotch whiskies are now available
The wait is over – the Game of Thrones Single Malt Scotch Whisky Collection as it is officially available across Scotland and the UK. As fans patiently look forward to the highly-anticipated return of Game of Thrones this April, to celebrate the eighth and final season of the critically-acclaimed TV series, Game of Thrones, Diageo…
Read MoreThe world of play brought to life by clever design
V&A Dundee has unveiled a colourful new exhibition inspired by the principles of learning through play, and the possibilities created by exploring a back-to-basics approach to design. Designed by Gabriella Marcella, founder of Glasgow print studio RISOTTO, the new installation asks visitors to consider if limitations on form and shape help or hinder creativity. Made…
Read MoreRare Macallan expected to sell for half a million
A bottle of the very rare Macallan 60 year old 1926, with a label designed by the eminent, internationally acclaimed, British pop artist Sir Peter Blake, leads Bonhams Whisky sale. Estimated at £500,000-700,000, it has been consigned by a UK collector who acquired the bottle on its release in 1986. The whisky lay at Macallan…
Read MoreThe shooter’s handbook is a surefire winner
The Sporting Shooter’s Handbook is the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to get involved in one of the country’s most traditional sports, or for anyone who simply wants to improve their knowledge. Graham Downing’s highly experienced outlook on shooting provides the reader with clear and in-depth instructions on different types of shooting, whether…
Read MoreA special bottle of whisky is all set to be opened
The founding member of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society will be hosting a special event at the whisky club’s spiritual home next week. Philip ‘Pip’ Hills will be at The Vaults where he will be cracking open their first ever single cask bottling 1.1. As part of the exclusive sold-out tasting on Monday, 18 February,…
Read MoreThere’s more horse power to the Kelpies’ creator
The Scottish sculptor behind the Kelpies has masterminded the design of an equally unique silver equine chess set. Sparks fly and there’s a whiff of singed steel hanging in the air of Andy Scott’s Glasgow studio as he welds together the wire armature of what will eventually be a horse. This is hardly surprising. Since…
Read More10 fascinating facts about Clan Oliphant
If you’re a member of Clan Oliphant, here’s 10 essential facts you need to know. Our bluffer’s guide brings you 10 handy bits of trivia that may amuse or fascinate. Click HERE to read our feature about the restoration of Clan Oliphant. 1. The Oliphant Clan Chief’s motto is ‘A tout pourvoir’ (Provide for all)…
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