Posts by Kenny Smith
A sensational seafood extravaganza
Scotland’s Hotel of the Year is holding a seafood extravaganza to celebrate Food & Drink Fortnight. East Haugh House Hotel and Restaurant in Pitlochry, Perthshire, is hosting a Seafood Extravaganza Weekend from today, Friday, 14 September, until Sunday 16th. A specially curated menu featuring individually priced Scottish seafood dishes including scallops, oysters, octopus, and lemonsole,…
Read MoreA beautiful lodge estate for sale in the Highlands
Galbraith and joint agents Goldsmith bring to the market the Fearna Lodge Estate which lies near the attractive fishing village of Lochinver. This is a rare opportunity to purchase one’s own piece of wilderness with a superb modern five-bedroom lodge together with approximately 735 acres of land with red deer stalking, rough shooting, duck flighting,…
Read MoreThe summer when wine drinkers chose a rosé
A leading Scottish based wine merchant has reported record rosé wine sales following this summer’s heatwave. Latest figures from L’Art du Vin suggest that Scots are preferring a more dry and elegant rosé, most common in Provence varieties that lends itself better to food and can be easily paired with summery dishes. L’Art du Vin’s…
Read MoreConnecting the north easts of Scotland and England
There’s a long and proud connection between the shipyards in the north east of Scotland and the north east of England. I found myself on the top floor of an abandoned shipyard on the River Tyne. From the top floor of Hawthorn Leslie’s offices in Hebburn, I looked out across overgrown slipways, a crumbling jetty…
Read MoreJanet fought back from chemo to find her artistic bent
It took a brushing encounter with chemotherapy to open an unexpected new chapter in Janet Ollason’s life. It was 2003 and the drug treatment was sapping her stamina. Her supportive husband John was encouraging her to take up a new activity which would keep her busy but not tire her out even more. So she…
Read MoreBack to basics for a healthy, happy smile
Most of believe we’ve got a good dental hygiene routine down – brush twice a day and you’re good to go, right? Wrong. This September, it’s time to take yourself back to dental school and relearn the habits and healthcare tips to ensure your teeth stay healthy and free of cavities. The team of dentists…
Read MoreWalk your dog and help an animal charity
A national charity is to hold a dog walk in Scotland next weekend. Pets As Therapy is hosting the charity event on Saturday, 22 September. Outdoor clothing and equipment suppliers Orvis Edinburgh are supporting this exciting event by providing a meeting point and guide for the walk, and hosting a reception at the store, at…
Read MoreA beautiful estate hidden in perfect isolation
Culfoichbeg House is an outstanding country property in a completely secluded setting amongst magnificent Highland scenery, in the heart of the renowned Tulchan Estate in Moray. The world famous 22,000-acre Tulchan estate was sold last year and Culfoichbeg House was the previous owner’s favourite and private residence. The property is in an idyllic setting with…
Read MoreA Scottish success story that’s not melting away
There’s no doubt you’ve seen blue tubs of Mackie’s Traditional stacked up in the freezer shelves of your nearest supermarket. After all, it’s the fifth largest selling takehome ice cream brand in the UK, beaten only by the international giants such as Ben & Jerry’s, Haagen Dazs and Carte D’Or. Pretty good for a family-run…
Read MoreSommelier Sandor certainly knows his grapes
Working in the wine industry is a never-ending learning curve for the sommelier at Hotel du Vin, Hungarian wine guru Sandor Molnar. ‘When you’re studying wine there is always something to learn,’ he says. Studying for exams, blind tastings and trying to find the best pairings for the Hotel du Vin in Edinburgh‘s chef’s offerings…
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