Posts by Kenny Smith
Separate the myths from the medieval truths
Chris Brown uniquely retells the captivating story of William Wallace’s life. William Wallace of Elderslie, younger son of a country knight, came to fame through his active opposition to the aggressive imperialism of England’s King Edward I. From political and social obscurity he seized control of the reins of government and became the first leader…
Read MoreBringings arts and business together at special event
A free, online event for the business, public, arts, culture, and heritage sectors is to be held by Arts and Business Scotland (A&BS). Taking place on Thursday, February 10, it will be hosted by Pauline McLean, arts correspondent at BBC Scotland and will see Chris van der Kuyl, chairman of 4J Studios, the developers of…
Read MoreRestaurant ready to serve up fresh oysters with wine
A Scots restaurant is welcoming The Oysterman back this month. Back by popular demand The Oysterman is back at Le Di-Vin wine bar on Friday, January 28, at 6pm. The Oysterman will serve 100 freshly shucked Loch Fyne oysters as a treat to all customers in the wine bar, complemented perfectly with wine or champagne.…
Read MoreThe perfect book for every Scottish kitchen
Sue Lawrence, author of Scottish Baking, has been described as ‘arguably the greatest living Scottish cookery writer.’ Written by Scottish journalist and food writer, this pretty and useful baking guide can be used by anyone from the complete beginner to the most experienced home cook. Filled with 70 Scottish recipes (both sweet and savoury) from…
Read MoreStrathallan students face pandemic to create sculpture
Sixth form students at Strathallan School in Perthshire have put a face on the pandemic. They have created a clay face-mask symbolising the range of emotions felt during the national lockdowns. Currently on display in the school’s Art Department, the piece called Faces of the Pandemic took four weeks to create, with over seven students…
Read MoreScots star Karen Gillan to lead NYC Tartan Day Parade
Award-winning Scots actress Karen Gillan is to be the Grand Marshal of the 2022 New York City Tartan Day Parade. The popular Scottish-themed event, entering its 24th year, will be held in midtown Manhattan on Saturday, April 9, 2022, returning in person for the first time since 2019. Former Doctor Who and Avengers star Karen,…
Read MoreRare whiskies going to auction at French spirits sale
Bidding is now open on Sotheby’s inaugural spirits auction in France. This will be the first of a regular series of spirits sales in Continental Europe, following the successful launch of wine auctions in France in 2021. Leading the sale is a bottle of The Yamazaki 50 Year Old, offered at auction for the first…
Read MoreCollective ready to welcome artist Cauleen Smith
An Edinburgh arts venue’s 2022 arts programme opens with a new exhibition of Los Angeles-based artist Cauleen Smith’s film H-E-L-L-O. Being held at Collective, this will be Cauleen Smith’s first solo exhibition in Scotland and the film is a search for connection during a time of uncertainty and unrest. The exhibition takes place from January…
Read MoreCollectable items go under the hammer next month
A number of quirky, unique items are coming up for sale at McTear’s Auctioneers in Glasgow. The Clocks, Scientific and Musical Instruments auction it taking place on February 3. Lot 586 is a Longine’s Marine Chronometer, with 30 hour movement, the 5.3cm silvered dial with Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds dial and up/down regulation, numbered ‘3428’…
Read MoreThe essential guide for Scotland’s gardeners
This book is a compact colour guide of the largest survey of Scottish gardens ever mounted and the first such guidebook to all that Scotland can offer garden and plant lovers. It’s an updated must-have guide for anyone with even the slightest interest in gardens. Covering everything from the basic essentials to the most specialist…
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