Posts by Peter Ranscombe
James IV – Queen of the Fight opens in Glasgow
THE latest instalment in writer Rona Munro’s James plays, James IV – Queen of the Fight, opens at the Theatre Royal in Glasgow tonight. The play made its debut at Edinburgh’s Festival Theatre at the end of last month. After the curtain comes down in Glasgow on Saturday, the show will tour to Dundee Rep,…
Read MoreFashion round-up: Laings, Findra, Earsass, and more
Peter Ranscombe rounds-up the latest news from brands including Findra, Earsass, and Laings. OUTDOOR clothing brand Findra is “popping-up” in John Lewis’ department store in Edinburgh this week to talk shoppers through its “ready-to-layer” range. The Scottish label is taking part in “The Great British Pop-up” initiative, which supports small businesses. “‘Ready to layer’ is…
Read MoreFinzean will host ‘Celebration of Game’ dinner
FINZEAN farm shop in Aberdeenshire will host a “Celebration of Game” dinner on 11 November as part of Great British Game Week. Sanjay Bhattacharya, head chef at Finzean, will be on hand to introduce new diners to game meat’s versatility. His starter consists of Finzean venison seekh kebab, partridge tikka bites, spicy onions, coriander mint…
Read MoreFirst Buchanan clan chief appointed in 341 years
THE Buchanan clan has a chief again for the first time since 1681. John Michael Baillie-Hamilton Buchanan was appointed to the role on Saturday at a ceremony in Cambusmore near Callander. The event was overseen by Joseph Morrow, the Lord Lyon King of Arms. The last Buchanan chief, John Buchanan, died in 1681 without a…
Read MoreTake flight with November’s issue of Scottish Field…
THE November issue of Scottish Field magazine is on sale now, both in shops and online. In the first issue of the magazine published since the death of the Queen, Scottish Field takes a look back through the archive to celebrate Her Majesty’s relationship with Scotland – from her Order of the Thistle regalia through…
Read MoreWine to Dine: November 2022 – Sarah Rankin
Wine columnist James Robertson picks five bottles to pair with Sarah Rankin’s dishes in the November issue of Scottish Field magazine. Dopff Au Moulin Cremant d’Alsace NV (£13.95, The Wine Society) There’s nothing low key about Sarah Rankin’s version of bubble and squeak – including the name rumbledethumps – and, with a poached egg to…
Read MoreWhisky news round-up: Leith, Royal Mile, and more
Peter Ranscombe takes another light-hearted look at the latest whisky news. FANCY helping to invent new whiskies? Then Port of Leith has the answer. The £12 million vertical distillery – which is being built next to Ocean Terminal in, erm, the port of Leith – is launching a “quality control division” for its fans. Members…
Read MoreFossils hunters have their say on Scottish Fossil Code
SCOTLAND’S fossil hunters are having their say on the revised Scottish Fossil Code. NatureScot, the Scottish Government agency known previously as Scottish Natural Heritage, published the code in 2008. It’s now being revised, with the next version due to be issued early next year. Katherine Leys, NatureScot’s head of biodiversity and geodiversity, said: “Fossil collecting…
Read MoreLowland & Border Pipers’ Society comes to Perth tomorrow
THE Lowland & Border Pipers’ Society is holding its annual conference in Perth tomorrow for the first time. The conference – or “collogue” – will take place at the Fair City’s Royal George Hotel. A concert follows the conference in the evening. Performers at the evening concert will include: Brìghde Chaimbeul and Fin Moore; Pete…
Read MoreSecret Garden Distillery bought by Admiral founder
THE founder of insurer Admiral Group has bought the Secret Garden Distillery on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Kate Armstrong was one of the founders of Admiral and was the founding managing director of price comparison website Confused.com Her daughters, Isobel and Imogen, will run the distillery and focus on brand and product development. Head distiller…
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