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Sweet sponges, fish and curried goat – it’s Christmas dinner around the world
Scots love a classic turkey dinner on Christmas Day, but it seems that, while we’re piling our plates high with pigs in blankets, there are some countries that do things a little bit differently. Online holiday firm Travelbag have decided to explore some of the weird and wonderful global traditions for Christmas dinner. Take a…
Read MoreTwo Scottish rye whiskies arrive from Aribikie
James Robertson is Scottish Field’s whisky blogger. In the last few weeks there has been speculation that the first Scottish rye whisky was about to be launched by various different distillers. Arbikie, the ‘Field to Bottle’ distillery that over looks the stunning Lunan Bay near Arbroath, have now come to the party by producing two…
Read MoreSurvey says Balmoral is the second-best known castle in Scotland
Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire is Scotland’s second best known castle, according to a new survey. Research by VisitScotland has revealed that the Queen’s Scottish holiday home scooped 53% of the vote in a list of the top ten best castles in the country, beaten only by Edinburgh Castle, which 80% of Brits were aware of.…
Read MoreTreat for foodies with launch of two new pies for the festive season
Foodies are in line for a treat this festive season with a new range of pies. Bells Pies has unveiled its succulent new range ahead of Hogmanay, with the launch of its premium Aberdeen Angus Steak Pie and delicious Hogmanay Steak Pies. The leading pie and pastry manufacturer has unveiled the mouth-watering pies ahead of…
Read MoreFantastic first food festival for Up Helly Aa
Shetland’s first pop-up food market is taking place the day the day before Up Helly Aa. Running on 29 January from 4-, entrance is free and organisers are expecting a few new products to be launched, making it an unmissable event. In attendance will be: Viking Mead, the first brewery of its kind in the…
Read MoreScottish brewery launches crowdfunding campaign to open new bar
An Aberdeen brewery has started a crowdfunding campaign to open a bar in its hometown. Fierce Beer’s campaign went live at 10 am on Friday, 15 December, and has already reached £77,972 of its £100,000 target, before it closes on January 12, to raise money for the project, which see will the business to fit…
Read MoreHistoric building blends period architecture and modern comforts
With its cream-painted facade and array of brightly coloured pot plants, Cabinetmakers House is an eye-catching Georgian terraced property on Jedburgh’s historic High Street. However, Hastings Legal reveal, kerb appeal is only the tip of the iceberg; behind its dolls-house-like facade is a three-storey house that has been taken back to the bricks and meticulously…
Read MoreThe sweet smell of success for Scottish candle company
A Scottish candle company has spruced up its range with a new festive scent. Isle of Skye Candle Co. has unveiled the latest addition to its range – Spruce and Fir fragrance. Perfect for the festive period, the scent includes essential oils from the spruce tree and notes of vertivert. The unique combination is said…
Read MoreCreative talents will descend on Scotland’s capital
The Edinburgh Mini Maker Faire 2018 and calling for participants to take part in their 2018 event. This is a day-long celebration organised by the Edinburgh International Science Festival and will take place on the last day of the Festival at Summerhall. The event gathers together fascinating, curious people who enjoy making things and who…
Read MoreTheatres throw their doors open with relaxed performances for all
The Festival City Theatres Trust once again expands its programme of relaxed performances for all. The trust runs both the Festival and King’s Theatres in Edinburgh are two of Scotland’s best-loved and most prestigious theatres. They are delighted to present its fullest ever programme of performances that embrace a relaxed approach that makes the performances…
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