Posts by Kenny Smith
Shoppers on foot spend more than those who drive there
New research shows that Christmas shoppers who walk to high streets could be spending more than those who drive there. Living Streets Scotland, part of the UK charity for everyday walking, has launched its updated research, The Pedestrian Pound in Edinburgh this week. A review of academic evidence in the report shows that shoppers on…
Read MoreOwn a cask from the InchDairnie Distillery
Whisky aficionados will have something to boast about by seizing a rare opportunity to own output from the InchDairnie Distillery. The distillery, founded in 2016, is making its spirit available to the public for the first time. Only 30 casks of their exceptional spirit will be released each year through the InchDairnie Cask Owner’s Club,…
Read MoreWinter garden bar launches at The Botanics
The Gateway Restaurant at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is transforming its outdoor area in to a winter wonderland, with a new bar opening in time for the festive season. The Winter Garden Bar at The Botanics offers a cosy spot for guests to enjoy a Christmas drink during December. Coinciding with the start of…
Read MoreAladdin is a night packed with laughs – oh yes it is
Pantomime isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but I’ve never understood why anyone would to knock it. It’s an art form in its own right – everyone knows what to expect from watching one, with audience interaction, a few topical gags, at least one silly character, songs, dancing, a twist on a well-known story, men dressed…
Read MoreSanta Paws needs helping hand for rescued pets
The annual Santa Paws appeal has launched to help feed Scottish pets spending Christmas in a rescue centre. Over the festive period, Pets at Home Glasgow, Glasgow Pollokshaws, Bishopbriggs, and Abbotsinch will be taking part in a nationwide fundraiser to help raise money for rescue pets as part of the Support Adoption For Pets annual…
Read MoreNew whiskies round off platinum celebrations
Douglas Laing & Co are concluding their platinum anniversary celebrations with two appropriately themed limited editions. They are a XOP Platinum Port Ellen 1982 Vintage Single Cask and the second release of Big Peat’s aged limited edition trilogy; the Platinum Edition Aged 26 Years Old. 2018 has seen the family firm celebrate 70 years of whisky…
Read MoreAn attractive Georgian mansion with a boathouse
Ardlamont House is a handsome detached Georgian house near Tighnabruaich, in Argyll and Bute. Protected by a category B listing, it is presented for sale by Robb Residential. The property dates from approximately 1820 and is laid out over two storeys with a garden level. Following the destruction of Toward Castle in the 17th century,…
Read MoreDhoom is well worth swinging by for fine Indian food
A new Indian “streatery” and cocktail bar is creating a buzz in the centre of town in Dunfermline. The first of its kind in Fife, Dhoom offers a 100 cover restaurant serving authentic tapas-style street food from all regions of India, and is the first in the UK to use Indian spices such as coriander…
Read More15 Scots showcase craftsmanship at London event
Craft Scotland have revealed the designers and makers selected to be showcased at Collect, the international art fair for modern craft and design in London. From 28 February to 3 March 2019, the Craft Scotland gallery will showcase covetable artworks in silversmithing and goldsmithing, furniture making, ceramics, glass and metal. A mixture of established artists…
Read MoreEden Mill pop up at stores in England and Wales
Scotland’s award-winning gin and whisky distillery Eden Mill is expanding into the English and Welsh markets after securing a Christmas partnership with Debenhams. Eden Mill reached agreement to let customers sample and buy products in pop-up shops at 40 branches of the high street retailer during December. Favourites this year include the classic 12 Gins of…
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