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Don’t say it with flowers when you can say it with diamonds over afternoon tea
A stunning afternoon tea with a difference is currently on offer at an Edinburgh hotel. Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian has partnered up with top jeweller, Laings, to deliver a sparkling Diamonds and Pearls Champagne afternoon tea for guests looking to treat their loved ones. Inspired by Laings premium diamond collection, the Waldorf Astoria…
Read MoreScottish knitters wanted to help create a giant WW1 centenary poppy
Scottish knitters and crocheters are being asked to take part in a 2018 knitting project to mark the centenary of the end of the First World War. Their efforts are required to help create a 13ft commemorative poppy. Anyone wishing to contribute to the commemorative challenge can pop along to the Knit and Knatter sessions…
Read MoreBook review: The Rough Guide to the North Coast 500
One of Scotland’s gems is the North Coast 500, weaving its way around the Highlands, passing by castles, lochs and coves. The ideal guide for those looking for things to see and places to stay, it is well presented with all the facts you could possibly need. This is the ultimate guide book packed with all…
Read MoreScottish gin plays its part in winning the World’s Best Martini 2018
The search for The World’s Best Martini 2018 is now over – and the title has come to Scotland. Scottish distiller Arbikie Gin, in partnership with bartender Francesco Petracci from The Gibson, have claimed the title. With the hotly anticipated final taking place recently at Oslo, Hackney in London, six spectacular gin brands competed for…
Read MoreBook review: The Clyde – Mapping The River
‘The River Clyde, the wonderful Clyde/ The name of it thrills me and fills me with pride,’ – so goes the old song. John Moore’s history of what is arguably Scotland’s most important river is a fascinating insight into the history of the waterway, from the bonnie banks to the shipyards. Illustrated with beautifully reproduced…
Read MoreCarnegie Whisky Cellars bring prestigious award to Scotland for the first time
A Scottish bar has become the first in the country to win a prestigious drinks award. The Carnegie Whisky Cellars in Dornoch are delighted to announce their win at the Drinks Retailing Awards ceremony in The Dorchester Hotel in London – as winners in the Newcomer of the Year category. This is the first time…
Read MoreAiry rooms and period features in rural Perthshire home
A beautiful Georgian country house situated in an idyllic rural position in Perthshire is now on the market. Balmyle House, in Ballintuim, Perthshire, is presented to the market by Galbraith. Balmyle House is a most attractive Georgian country house of stone construction with a painted exterior lying under a slated roof, with many fine character…
Read MoreWorld’s first regulated whisky fund taps into booming demand for liquid gold
Investors with a passion for liquid gold have an opportunity to invest in the world’s first regulated single malt whisky fund. Launched by Swedish whisky enthusiast, Christian Svantesson, the Single Malt Fund provides investors with the opportunity to indirectly own a small part of a large collection of rare and limited-edition whiskies. The Single Malt…
Read MoreScotch Whisky Association puts grants back into Scotland’s communities
Fifteen initiatives fighting alcohol misuse in Scotland have been awarded support from the Scotch Whisky Action Fund. This is the fourth round of awards from the fund set up in December 2013 by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA). The number of awards granted in 2017 was higher than in previous years due to additional funds…
Read MoreNew memorial walk will honour the memory of Scone’s fallen
A memorial walk to honour the men from Scone who lost their lives during World War I is to be unveiled next month. The walk, which runs around Scone and its outskirts, including Scone Palace, will be accompanied by audio stories which tell the tales of the 71 Scone men who served in the Great…
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