Scotland
The 12 Scottish signs of the Zodiac are launched
Scotland’s new official star signs are being officially launched today. The traditional 12 Signs of the Zodiac are being replaced, and Scotland’s first National Astrologer has been appointed, to bring the nation good fortune in the coming years. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon approved the move, which will see the zodiac replaced by Scottish equivalents, reflecting…
Read MoreARRAN introduce a new liquid tartan soap
ARRAN Sense of Scotland has found the answer to a conundrum that’s baffled bath and body care product developers for years – by creating a tartan handwash that holds its pattern when squeezed from the bottle. Launching just in time for Tartan Day (6 April), the new handwash reflects the brand’s Scottish heritage and is…
Read MoreFantastically Great Women Who Changed the World
The new cast has been announced for the 2022 UK tour of inspiring girl power musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World. This empowering stage adaptation is coming to Edinburgh and brought to life by an incredible all-female led cast and creative team, based on the book of the same name by Suffragette descendant…
Read MoreHistoric sites across Scotland are opening
A 4000-year-old cairn, the Tower which inspired Sir Walter Scott and the former home to Scottish engineer James Watt, are among the historic sites that will be reopening across Scotland for the spring and summer. More historic sites across Scotland are opening their doors to visitors once again, with neolithic ceremonial site Cairnpapple Hill, and…
Read MoreA sweet treat with Mont Blanc meringues
Today’s recipe of the day is a sweet treat that will appeal to vegans and carnivores alike – a tasty meringue. Merchant Gourmet – the plant-based pulses and grains brand – has created a delicious spread of plant-based tasty recipes. Today, we offer Mont Blanc meringues, with no eggs involved! Click HERE for more recipes…
Read MoreWhat’s up with Whisky: March Madness
Welcome to our new whisky column where we will be discussing the secondary whisky market. As well as insights into the market we will be giving you a roundup of key auction results, record setting bottles, trends and chatting about when something particularly mad happens. Speaking of which, let’s get the bottles rolling with some…
Read MoreScots duo The Eves set to release new single Big Love
Scottish duo The Eves have become one of the UK’s most promising emerging female pop acts in recent years. They are gearing up to release their latest pop smash Big Love on Friday, 1 April. The new single is Marissa Keltie and Caroline Gilmour’s first co-write with Jim Duguid (Paolo Nutini) and Lewis Gardiner (Nick…
Read MoreTurriff Show returns and hosts iconic cattle national show
Show revellers will be welcomed through the gates for the return of Turriff Show this summer. Taking place on Sunday 30 July and Monday 1 August 2022, the event has become renowned throughout the UK as a vibrant show that celebrates the best of the Aberdeenshire region’s farming, food and heritage. Despite the unfortunate cancellation…
Read MoreA vegan sausage roll that’s easy to make
We’ve a tasty variation on the sausage roll to try in our recipe of the day. Merchant Gourmet – the plant-based pulses and grains brand – has created a delicious spread of plant-based tasty recipes. Today, we offer chestnut-stuffed sausage rolls which look and tasty as good as the original variety! Click HERE for more…
Read MoreA Ray of light for new Scottish Dance Theatre work
Scottish Dance Theatre kick off their spring 2022 season with the world premiere of brand-new commission, Ray. The latest creation by Brussels-based choreographer Meytal Blanaru, Ray explores the phenomena of Emergence. It ventures on a quest for a deep, collective, shared physical experience, one that tries to bridge between bodies and sweep people far beyond…
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