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All change as new Premier Barrel designs revealed
A whisky firm is changing the packaging of its Premier Barrel single cask single malt Scotch whisky range. Douglas Laing has unveiled the new looks, as the original premium ceramic decanter dons a new hand-drawn label on parchment paper featuring eccentric yet romantic rhyming tasting notes. In addition, regional colour differentiation is a key theme…
Read MoreDownsizing can lead to the start of a new life
You’ve made the decision. The kids have flown the family home and you’re ready to sell up and move to a more compact property. It’s an exciting time. There are lots of advantages to downsizing, including lower heating bills, and fewer rooms to clean – which means more time to spend on what you would…
Read MoreRecord numbers visit Enchanted Forest
A stunning Scottish sound and light show has confirmed it had record numbers of attendees this year. The Enchanted Forest, Perthshire’s multi award-winning attraction, has confirmed it had just over 80,000 visitors at this year’s sold-out show, with a 9% increase on the previous record-breaking year. Event organisers have also announced that its three official…
Read MoreTry these yummy white cacao and chestnut blondies
This year’s Foodies Festival for Christmas is just over a week away. Running from 23-25 November at the Edinburgh EICC, it’s a great chance to celebrate in all things good, with a host of top chefs in attendance. Courtesy of Foodies Festivals, we present a recipe for White Cacao & Chestnut Blondies to try, from…
Read MoreA luxurious partnership this Christmas
An Edinburgh hotel is partnering with a leading Scottish jeweller to celebrate its forthcoming collection in Scottish gold. The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel, is collaborating with Hamilton & Inches, to prove all that glistens is, in fact, gold this Christmas. Inspired by Hamilton & Inches’ upcoming Scottish gold collection, The Balmoral’s festive installation this…
Read MoreAnimals at the heart of Aberfeldy Film Festival
The 2018 Aberfeldy Film Festival is running this weekend, with a theme of Animal Tales. Taking place from 16-18 October, this is a weekend of films concentrating on animals large and small. Films being shown include Lean on Pete, Zoo, Becoming Animal, End of the Game, and The Black Hen. A highlight of this year’s…
Read MoreInternational wines and Chilean flavours combine
A night of good food and fine wine is coming to Edinburgh next week. 83 Hanover Street has teamed up with natural wine experts L’Art Du Vin to host a special one-off dinner on Wednesday, 21 November. L’Art Du Vin has been bringing exciting wines to its customers since 2007, developing a reputation as one…
Read MoreA delicious cauliflower recipe from TV star
There’s not long to go until this year’s Foodies Festival takes place in Edinburgh. Running from 23-25 November at the Edinburgh EICC, it’s a great chance to celebrate in all things good, with a host of top chefs in attendance. Courtesy of Foodies Festivals, we will be bringing you a fantastic recipe to try from…
Read MoreThe magic of Motown is coming to Edinburgh
There’s just over a week until West End hit Motown the Musical makes its Scottish premiere at the Edinburgh Playhouse. The sensational hit show is currently on a major UK and Ireland tour which opened at the Birmingham New Alexandra Theatre on 11 October. It comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse from Tuesday 20 November to Saturday…
Read MoreBowhill House hosts harpist for Christmas concert
The historic and picturesque Bowhill House in Selkirk will provide the backdrop for an exclusive evening with harpist Margaret Knight. The House will open its doors for a special evening of classical Christmas music with the first class musician, who has performed all over the world, including the Royal Albert Hall, The Barbican and Edinburgh…
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