Posts by Kenny Smith
The Galloway Hoard is to go on a Scottish tour
National Museums Scotland are to tour an exhibition of the Galloway Hoard to museums across Scotland. An exhibition of the Galloway Hoard will be displayed at the National Museum of Scotland and will thereafter tour to Kirkcudbright Galleries, The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery and Museum and Aberdeen Art Gallery. The Scottish Government has provided ÂŁ150,000…
Read MorePiping Live! reels in ÂŁ1.9 million for the economy
It’s been piping hot in Scotland this year – and not just in terms of the weather. Figures for Piping Live!, the Glasgow International Piping Festival, reveal the event generated a tremendous boost for the local economy – to the tune of over ÂŁ1.9 million. An economic impact report found that Piping Live!, which ran…
Read MoreJura marks special year with launch of Prestige range
Jura single malt whisky is marking the end of a monumental year with its new Prestige Range, showcasing some old and rare stocks from their whisky making history. In March 2018, Jura made waves with the unveiling of a full rebrand and re-launch for the brand globally. Featuring a new house style which for the…
Read MoreAfternoon tea served in a luxurious setting
A prestigious Scots hotel is serving up a special afternoon tea with a festive flair to help celebrate Christmas in style. The Trump Turnberry five-star resort with a sumptuous afternoon tea complete with seasonal dainty sandwiches and savouries, festive treats and freshly baked scones with cream and preserves. Specially created by Andrew MacKay – the…
Read MoreFlexible living in a home to meet your needs
Future-proof Neat Living Flex homes are a response to the need for higher quality homes across the world. They have taken a comprehensive view of the design and construction of the home – which has resulted in an A rated Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). Customers will be able to enjoy all the benefits of a…
Read MoreAyrshire man joins the RSNO at an exciting time
The Royal Scottish National Orchestra has appointed Alistair Mackie as its new chief executive. Mackie joins the RSNO from London’s Philharmonia Orchestra, where he served as Interim Managing Director from August 2016 to March 2017, a member of the Orchestra since 1996 and most recently as Joint Principal Trumpet. He has also served as Philharmonia…
Read MoreWeather ravages cost the grouse industry ÂŁ10million
Scotland’s economy and local communities will have missed out on over ÂŁ10m of economic benefits due to a weather-ravaged grouse shooting season this year, a new survey has revealed. The 2018 season officially closed last week but Scotland’s Regional Moorland Groups, who conducted the survey, say many estates stopped earlier due to a lack of…
Read MoreA recipe for vegans to try out this Christmas
Scottish Field has brought you several delicious recipes over the last few weeks. We’ve brought you plenty of ideas for Christmas, but over the next few days, we’ve some ideas for the vegans in our lives, courtesy of chef Gregor Law, featuring Scottish Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil. Gregor said: ‘Whatever the product or ingredient, I…
Read MoreScottish cottage with beautiful elevated views
A Scottish home with a breathtaking rural outlook from the edge of a golf course is now for sale. Drumnagrain, at Ballindalloch, Moray, is presented to the market by Galbraith. Drumnagrain is a charming detached cottage located in a stunning elevated position overlooking Strath Avon and Ben Rinnes. Built predominantly from harled stone under a…
Read MorePublic house opens its doors to the public
Public House by Nico, Chef Nico Simeone’s much-anticipated new gastropub restaurant, is now open. Occupying a prime position at 333 Great Western Road in Glasgow, Public House by Nic’ brings modern British gastropub cuisine to Glasgow’s West End, under the direction of Nico. Following in the success of his award-winning sister restaurants Six by Nico…
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