Posts by Kenny Smith
Scotland encouraged to try its organic produce
Scotland’s farm, food producers and shops are encouraging shoppers to experience organic food and eat it as it should be. This month sees the return of Organic September, an initiative by the Soil Association to encourage the whole nation to try organic. Throughout the month shops, farms and producers are inviting everyone to join them…
Read MoreMango pana cotta is such a delicious dessert
The Firebrick Brasserie in the Scottish Borders has won itself plenty of acclaim in its short life. Based on Lauder, it is owned by David Haetzman and Amanda Jordan have lived there with their three children for the last 14 years. In 2015, Firebrick was voted best new restaurant at the Born in the Borders…
Read MoreAlliance to assess entanglement issue in Scotland
Scotland is to lead the way by creating Europe’s first ‘Entanglement Alliance’. The first of its kind in Europe, the Scottish Entanglement Alliance (SEA) brings together fishing industry representatives, researchers and conservation and welfare charities to assess the scale and impact of the problem of marine animal entanglements in Scottish waters. By engaging directly with…
Read MoreMethod to the madness as new shop opens
A bespoke Scottish luxury specialist is branching out with a handmade furniture store. The husband and wife team behind Method Studio, a design practise and artisan workshop with international clients including Burberry, Bentley and Aesop, has opened the doors on a handmade furniture shop in the Historic Royal Burgh of Linlithgow. Architect Marisa Giannasi and…
Read MoreScots business welcomes ‘fake ice cream’ report
A chilling report revealing large numbers of supermarket and branded vanilla ice creams contain no milk, cream or even vanilla has been warmly welcomed by Scotland’s largest producer. Mackie’s of Scotland has lauded news of the investigation by Which? and has spoken out stating that consumers deserve better quality products. For more than 30 years…
Read MoreA fascinating month lies ahead at Sotheby’s
Some fascinating sales and events are coming to an Edinburgh auction house in September. Sotheby’s, based at Thistle House, 21-23 Thistle Street, Edinburgh, have some fascinating events throughout the month. Sotheby’s will have a jewellery and watches valuation day,and the Made In Britain sale. Events are: · 11 September – Tea and Tiaras at Prestonfield…
Read MoreExclusive launch for new Patek Philippe collection
Scotland’s oldest family jeweller held a private show of the 2018 Patek Phillipe collection, receiving its first viewing in the country this morning. Scottish Field was invited to the exclusive event, highlighting the craftsmanship, dedication and skill that goes into each of the exquisite Swiss time pieces. The viewing was held at Laings in Glasgow’s…
Read MoreGalloway Country Fair was another palpable hit
Thousands of visitors descended on the picturesque Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate from across the region and beyond for the recent Galloway Country Fair. WestSound Cash for Kids was the official charity partner for the 2018 Fair and thanks to programme sales and generous donations from visitors, organisers will donate £1000 to the charity. Anna…
Read MoreMore to Inverness than the Loch Ness Monster
A bid to bring more tourists to Inverness and Loch Ness is looking outwith the traditional Nessie route. The work and activities of VisitInvernessLochNess (VILN) Tourism BID have been welcomed by Highland councillors at the City of Inverness area committee as highly successful and going ‘beyond the monster legend’. In a report to committee by…
Read MoreAncient Gaelic poetry is given 21st century twist
A new musical piece of work showcasing ancient Gaelic poetry with a modern twist will be debuted by award winning young Gaelic singer Mischa Macpherson at next month’s Blas Festival. Mischa’s commission, Bho Èirigh gu Laighe na Grèine – Sun, Moon, Land, Life, Sea, is a suite of new Gaelic songs, incorporating ancient Gaelic poetry,…
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