Posts by Rosie Morton
Renowned percussionist Colin Currie to give masterclass
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, in partnership with St Mary’s Music School, has announced that world-renowned percussionist Colin Currie will be hosting a masterclass. Hailed as ‘the world’s finest and most daring percussionist’, Colin Currie is a solo and chamber artist. The event is designed to inspire musicians, teachers and percussion enthusiasts of all ages…
Read MoreFred Berkmiller promotes growing your own salad
A leading chef-patron is encouraging Scots to grow their own salad at home. Fred Berkmiller, from l’escargot bleu, l’escargot blanc and Bar a Vin, met up with our Scottish Field photographer Angus Blackburn in the hope of inspiring Scots to set aside a patch in their gardens for growing their own salad leaves. ‘You just…
Read MoreIan Rankin donates archives to National Library of Scotland
The UK’s biggest-selling crime novelist Ian Rankin has donated his literary archive to the National Library of Scotland. Often cited as the ‘godfather of tartan noir’, Ian Rankin’s work has resonated with millions throughout the world, his novels having been translated into 36 languages. Totally around 50 boxes of material, which in shelving terms is…
Read MoreDrumlanrig Castle hosts a nature-filled day for families
The team at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate have a jam-packed line-up of Ranger events throughout May and June for all the family to enjoy. Events include a Teddy bear Picnic where parents, little ones and their favourite teddies are invited to join the Rangers for a fun afternoon on Sunday 26 May. For £2…
Read MoreTime for a rum-bunctious experience in Edinburgh
This summer, the spirit of the Caribbean is coming to Scotland with a secret city centre rum tasting. Edinburgh bar Nightcap will be hosting a rum tasting by spirits specialist Distiller’s Nose on 13 June that will feature a flight of four distinct rums from across the world. The event presents the opportunity to enjoy…
Read MoreTraquair Medieval Fayre is all set for the weekend ahead
Final preparations are underway for the Medieval Fayre, a weekend full of mayhem and mischief set in the grounds of Scotland’s oldest inhabited house. Taking place at Traquair House, Innerleithen Peeblesshire on 25 and 26 May, (11am-5pm) the Traquair Medieval Fayre is returning once more with medieval magic and horses galore. The Fayre attracts participants…
Read MoreHeads & Tales Gin bar launches Asian fusion menu
If someone even mentions Asian food, my taste buds set about tingling – and no, we’re not talking about the European-style Chinese takeaway down the road where you pick up the awful chips and curry sauce combo. We’re talking about proper, authentic dumplings, noodles, bao buns, miso, fragrant lemongrass, chilli, fresh coriander, fish sauce, soy…
Read MoreThe Big Dalmahoy Sleepover is what dreams are made of
Driving up a long, twisting driveway is surely the best start to any great Scottish getaway. Through the grand estate gates, past the lines of greenery and on to the country house, it marks the end of a crazed week, and the beginning of an indulgent retreat. As my colleague Stephanie and I took off…
Read MoreGBBO finalist makes showstopping visit to CALA
‘On your marks. Get set. BAKE.’ A delicious line that almost every Great British household has come to know and love. (And yes, that includes all the men out there too – we know you love it really!) This time, we had the joy of hearing it at CALA Homes’ latest development, The Crescent at…
Read MoreBreakfast is served at Tom Kitchin’s Southside Scran
Paris has arrived in Bruntsfield – and this time, with a Scottish twist. Bringing a certain je ne sais quoi to his latest culinary venture, Tom Kitchin’s Southside Scran bears all the buzz of a classic French brasserie – with brass accents and chic Parisian-style interiors, it is an appropriate homage to the Michelin-starred chef’s…
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