Food and Drink
Rare rum will go under the hammer for next 10 days
One of the world’s rarest rums is set to go under the hammer in an online rum auction being held by Perth-based Whisky Auctioneer. The J. Wray & Nephew President’s Reserve commemorates the visit to Jamaica by US President Ronald Reagan in April 1982. Only 12 bottles were produced, one of which will feature in…
Read MoreA fusion of Scottish gin and delicious Spanish fruit
An exciting new range of premium Scottish gins, made with vibrant Spanish fruits, are being released. Verano Gin is handcrafted in GIrvan, South Ayrshire, by William Grant & Sons, and is available now in over 800 Stonegate bars nationwide, and in ASDA from Friday 7 June, Verano is available in two delicious flavours; Verano Watermelon…
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 MoreCelebrating 10 of the most historic pubs in Scotland
From haunted inns to writers’ retreats, Scotland’s public houses have a rich history. Here, we highlight 10 of the best boozers in the land. 1. The Globe Inn The Globe Inn on Dumfries High Street may have been founded in 1610 but it wasn’t until Scotland’s most famous poet made it his chosen haunt that…
Read MoreRestaurants create special menu for Little VIPs
Two award-winning family-run restaurants are encouraging families to spend quality time together during the May bank holiday weekends with the introduction of a Little VIPs package. When dining at Edinburgh’s Otro and New Chapter restaurants, little ones will be treated to an exciting pick and mix menu so they can choose their favourite meal, and…
Read MoreThey have invented the gin magic eight ball
Lovers of rhubarb and ginger rejoice – everyone’s favourite flavour just got even more interesting, thanks to Edinburgh Gin. The original Rhubarb & Ginger, Edinburgh Gin has added a full-strength gin to its much-loved line-up which already features a versatile Rhubarb & Ginger Gin Liqueur and convenient ready-to-drink can. Priced at £28, the full-strength gin…
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…
Read MoreHarajuku Kitchen takes Golden Chopsticks title
Edinburgh’s Harajuku Kitchen took the title of Best Restaurant in Scotland last night at the Golden Chopsticks Awards which were held at the London Marriott Hotel. Now in its second year, the awards, which were co-founded by Gok Wan, are one of the largest and most prestigious celebrations of Oriental food in the world. Shortlisted…
Read MoreCelebrating the soft fruits of Scotland
Preparations for summer are in full swing in Fife, as Bowhouse celebrates the soft fruits for which the region is famous at its market weekend. Taking place on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 May, local food producers will be ushering in warmer climes with produce fresh from the berry fields of Fife and beyond available…
Read MoreDistiller’s amazing charity gesture – in perpetuity
A Scots family distiller has announced that it will be donating £1 per bottle for all on-going sales to Motor Neurone Disease, in perpetuity. Arbikie Distillery, which is based on Scotland’s scenic east coast by Lunan Bay is owned and run by the Stirling brothers, who named their award-winning AK’s Gin after their father, Alex…
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