Posts by Kenny Smith
Isle of Arran add their oldest malt to the range
The Isle of Arran Distillers have released their first 21-year-old malt as part of the core range of Arran Malts. It’s part of a finite batch of only 9000 bottles worldwide. The expression is the latest, and oldest, addition to the range, which already comprises of the renowned 10-year-old, 14-year-old and 18-year-old Arran Malts. In-keeping…
Read MoreCelebration of Scots music set for The Hydro
A massive celebration of Scotland and its music is coming to Glasgow next year. Music Show Scotland who are bringing their epic production of Scottish music to Scotland for the first time at The SSE Hydro on April 27. It is one of the largest Scottish music productions in the world, and regularly play to…
Read MoreYou can eat with real gusto at Gaucho
Steak lovers, read on. Gaucho, in St Andrew’s Square, Edinburgh, has recently re-launched its menu, and for carnivores it’s an absolute treat. This is the destination for top-quality Argentinian steaks and dishes from the wider Latin American region. The new menu is split into ‘classics’ and ‘nuevo’ sections, featuring dishes such as Gaucho’s signature empanadas and homemade sausages, along with…
Read MoreAt last we can eat Irn Bru – in shortbread!
Is there a treat that could be any more Scottish than Irn Bru shortbread? We think you’d be hard pressed to find one. Scottish Blend, a brew specially blended for Scottish water, have teamed up with independent Scottish bakery, Pinnies and Poppy Seeds to create five special shortbread flavours. Shortbread extraordinaire, Jennifer Hunter, runs her…
Read MoreIslands will be the trends in kitchens for 2019
Open plan kitchens continue to dominate kitchen designs where there’s space, with the majority of refurbishments and new builds opting for a kitchen that combines dining and living areas. That’s the view of independent kitchen designers and retailers Kitchens International (KI). With many designers spread across their six showrooms, KI’s designers have a finger on…
Read MoreThe reel deal at new Scottish luxury lodges
A new luxury lodge resort at Errol in Perthshire is offering an additional attraction for both lodge holiday makers and visitors. It now has its own fully stocked small trout loch, or ‘lochan’, an old Scottish word for a small loch. Silverwood Luxury Resort is situated between Perth and Dundee in the Carse of Gowrie.…
Read MoreGo wild with the children in the great outdoors
The Wild Year Book is full of great ideas on how to entertain children while rediscovering the great outdoors at any time of year. It is packed with great activities that will help children to cultivate an appreciation for all that nature has to offer. Some fun suggestions included are nest building in spring, or…
Read More£1.34million for five bedroom farmhouse and grounds
A traditional five bedroom farmhouse with private garden grounds, with additional properties, is for sale in central Scotland. Ballochruin is an attractive residential estate situated in a unique development set round a courtyard comprising four individual residential properties and an art studio. Presented for sale by Galbraith, the property is located in a private and…
Read MoreCelebrate a rural Christmas this weekend
Stargazing, carol-singing, a pantomime and a festive craft fair are part of an action-packed programme planned for the National Museum of Rural Life’s Christmas Fair at the Farm event. It will take place at the East Kilbride attraction on Sunday, 9 December. This special festive countryside celebration includes the chance to see donkeys in a…
Read MoreA £100,000 whisky collection in the one trunk
The ultimate gift for the whisky lover in your life is now available – for just £100,000. J & G Grant have unveiled the Glenfarclas Family Cask Trunk, which is believed to be the most expansive single collection ever released by one distillery. Following on from the hugely successful Family Cask collection, the distiller has…
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