Posts by Kenny Smith
Joy as lodges hit number one spot on TripAdvisor
A group which operates leading hospitality businesses across Scotland, is celebrating one of the very first properties it added to its portfolio reached Number 1 on Tripadvisor. The Fusion Group of companies, owns operates a number of properties, including Logierait Pine Lodges near Pitlochry. The holiday development, which consists of fifteen traditional pine lodges, enjoys…
Read MoreRum & Cake is an ideal winter warmer
Scottish alchemists Buck & Birch have launched an innovative and indulgent spirit which is the perfect winter warmer. A wild sipping rum, Rum & Cake will warm the cockles and tease the tastebuds, on the cold winter nights. The finest dark rum is infused with the incredible Buck & Birch Hogseed Parkin, then cold-filtered to…
Read MoreScots musician Kenny set to release new trad album
Multi-instrumentalist and composer Kenneth I MacKenzie has announced the release of a new Scottish traditional music album inspired by the history and landscape of the Highlands. Out on Friday,February 11, Glendrian takes its listeners on a journey through north-west Scotland, from Sanna to Uist. The album’s title track takes its name from a depopulated settlement…
Read MoreBagels to whet the appetite of the capital’s foodies
Bross Bagels founder Larah Bross has opened the doors to the brand’s very first Bross Deli – and Edinburgh’s first ever Jewish deli of its kind. The new Bross Deli presents a truly unique concept, taking the brand beyond bagels, to introduce all-day authentic Montreal Jewish deli culture to the capital. The soft launch –…
Read MoreEpicurean launches White Port Finished addition to Wood Series
Douglas Laing and Co has released a White Port Cask Finished Lowland Malt Scotch Whisky as part of The Epicurean Wood Series. The sixth single cask release in the specialist Wood Series is bottled at a high alcohol strength of 48% and is proudly offered without colouring or chill-filtration. This innovative collection already encompasses a…
Read MoreHighland Outdoor Centre for sale – and a whale boat
A Highland outdoor centre has been made available for sale – as well as a whale-shaped boat! Bidwells present for sale the property at Ardintigh Bay, a Highland outdoor adventure centre, which is currently owned by Tom McClean (78) – the adventuring legend and SAS veteran who is a world record holder and all-round action…
Read MoreForest Flow sculpture unveiled at Scots distillery
A flowing and shimmering sculpture representing life, growth and transformation has been unveiled at a Scots distillery. The work emerged in the rolling foothills of the Cairngorms as Scottish land artist Rob Mulholland unveiled his latest creation at Fettercairn Distillery. Created from 800 metres of 12mm round recycled stainless steel bars – 3200 individual pieces…
Read MoreBurns Night is given a Caribbean twist with Dewar’s
Dewar’s whisky are bringing the heat of the Caribbean to the UK this month with an exclusive Burns Night meal kit. Inspired by the fusion of cultures in each drop of Dewar’s Caribbean Smooth, blended whisky aged in rum casks, the twist on the classic Scottish traditional Burns Night supper will be sure to spice…
Read MoreIt’s the first Oolong tea-infused chai sipping gin
The world’s first Chai-spiced gin has been launched in Edinburgh. Rutland Square Gin has created the first Oolong tea-infused chai sipping gin, created in the heart of Edinburgh and sourced using the finest botanicals from across the globe. Named after the home of the Indian Consulate in Edinburgh, Rutland Square, the premium craft gin draws…
Read MoreBack in the great outdoors on the Adventure Show
The intrepid Adventure Show team are back to bring viewers thrilling and close-up looks at the thriving outdoor activities scene in Scotland. Amy Irons, who presents sports and entertainment shows on BBC Scotland, is teaming up with established specialist presenters Duncan McCallum, Patrick Winterton and Lauren McCallum for this new series of the long-running show.…
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