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New extension at Loch Leven’s Larder opens

Popular lochside destination Loch Leven's Larder has officially launched its new food hall, bakery and tasting room. Back in 2005, Emma and Robin Niven first...

Restaurant to open its second site in Glasgow

A Korean restaurant in Glasgow city centre has announced it is to open a second restaurant site in Glasgow's trendy West End.    The name,...
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Ten fantastic facts about Clan Macpherson

Scottish clans have long and proud history - and some moments are spoken of with more pride than others! Here are ten important facts every...
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The monarch who loved Scots’ spooky traditions

Queen Victoria had a fascinations with the spooky goings on at her Highland retreat of Balmoral.  Her interest started properly in 1866 when, after paying...

A tasty tradition from Canada to try out

A Canadian tradition is coming to Scotland this weekend. Founder of renowned Bross Bagels, Larah Bross, is bringing her favourite Montreal tradition to Edinburgh this...
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Water feature is back working at Scots castle

A water feature first built in the late 19th century has been revived a Scottish castle, after a programme of conservation and repair work by...

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Gin Bothy unveils plans for a whisky distillery on a historic smuggling route

Scottish producer Gin Bothy has unveiled plans for a whisky distillery on a historic smuggling route.  The distillery in Glen Prosen, Angus, sits on land...
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Scotch Malt Whisky Society releases two new Taiwanese whiskies

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has released two new Taiwanese whiskies. The whisky club is shining a spotlight on the five-year-old single malt Taiwanese...
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A Dram With Graham Omand, Lagg Distillery: ‘Welcoming Ewan McGregor and gifting him his very own cask was some achievement’

From welcoming Ewan McGregor to the distillery to gift him his own cask and celebrating five years in business, it's been a busy year for...
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The Glen Grant releases its rarest ever whisky – a 65 Year Old with a £39,000 price tag

When James ‘The Major’ Grant inherited Speyside distillery the Glen Grant in 1872, he brought his affinity of plants, flowers and the natural world with...
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Formula One Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc becomes new face of Scotch whisky Chivas Regal

F1 Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc has become the new face of Scotch whisky brand Chivas Regal. The partnership comes following news of the spirit company...
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A Dram With Euan Campbell, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society: ‘We’re pushing boundaries but respecting the heritage of this centuries old drink.’

Whisky drinkers all over the world have likely heard of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Since the whisky club was first formed in 1983, it...

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