Posts by Kenny Smith
Honour those who bring visitors to our rural areas
Scotland is one of the most welcoming countries in the world, as our many of visitors each year will agree. Many of the attractions we have are based in the big cities, but that’s not to say there are gems to be found outside the larger areas. The Scottish Rural Awards is looking to honour…
Read MoreBeer brand gets a boost – and charity wins too
A Scottish beer brand has secured a major deal with a leading UK supermarket – will significantly advance its bid to bring clean water access to one million people. Scottish beer brand Brewgooder has today announced it has secured a new UK listing with Tesco. Representing its biggest ever listing deal to date, the agreement…
Read MoreWe try the Kohler Waters Signature Facial
It’s well worth a jaunt over the new Forth Bridge and into the glorious East Neuk when you’ve a destination like the Old Course Hotel to visit. Their luxurious Kohler Waters Spa is designed around the therapeutic benefits of water. The hydrotherapy pool was a firm favourite and I loved the hot tub in the…
Read MoreFinal stands available for the Edinburgh Art Fair
More than 60 national and international galleries will be selling the work of over 500 artists from all four corners of the globe at Scotland’s premier art fair. The Edinburgh Art Fair is now in its 14th year and has firmly established itself as the largest event of its kind in the UK outside of…
Read MoreGrowing organic hospitality, retail and tourism
Scottish firms are being invited to eat, drink, sleep organic, this Organic September. On Tuesday 25 September, Soil Association Scotland are hosting an organic trade briefing and discursive panel event on the opportunities for organic hospitality, retail and tourism in Scotland. Taking place at the Barras Art & Design Centre, Glasgow, Eat, Drink, Sleep Organic,…
Read MorePassion for fashion and beauty at shopping centre
A leading shopping and leisure destination, will host an all-new fashion and beauty event this weekend. Silverburn in Glasgow’s will host Style Seeker Live, an interactive fashion event is designed to revolutionise shopping to combine live fashion performances with a new shopping app helping shoppers to snap and shop the latest fashion trends. The two-day…
Read MoreBook review – Savage Liberty by Elliot Pattison
The fifth book of the Bone Rattler series follows the adventures of exiled Scotsman Duncan McCallum in colonial America. This is a thrilling mystery novel placing fictional characters against a historical backdrop. In this new part of the saga, Duncan witnesses the explosion of a ship from London in Boston Harbour. Among conspiracies and threats,…
Read MoreGardening experts shared their skills at Ayr Flower Show
A team of gardening experts from an Ayrshire estate have shared their knowledge and expertise with hundreds of horticulture enthusiasts at a popular flower and garden exhibition. Brian Corr, head of gardens at Dumfries House, led a team of staff gardeners from the estate including Kris Muir, Julie Shaw and Scott Caddis to create an…
Read MoreFind out what it’s like to live under the sea
A brand-new exhibition is coming to Scotland to give visitors a once in a lifetime opportunity to explore the secrets of the sea. To celebrate the launch of Sea Creatures: Life Beneath the Ocean, a limited number of tickets for the opening day are available at half price. With over 200 ethically sourced exhibits on…
Read MoreThe authentic taste of Spain is coming to Edinburgh
A taste of Spain and a film are coming to Edinburgh. Attendees will be able to enjoy Spanish food and flamenco as Andalusia comes to Scotland for a gastronomic night. Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival will be screening the film April Fair on October 5m at Potterrow, at 5/6 Bristo Square. A fun fun-filled night of…
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