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The Good Books, Sue Lawrence: ‘I read One Day in 2011 and it’s stayed with me ever since’
The leading food writer on being inspired by Maggie O’Farrell, how One Day by David Nicholls has stayed with her for more than a decade,...

Dram delights: Scotland’s new whiskies
We take a look at some of Scotland's new expressions... Ledaig Triple Wood Ledaig Triple Wood Tobermory Distillery has released...

Monkey that went on the run moved to Edinburgh zoo for a ‘fresh start’
A monkey that went on the run from a wildlife park for more than five days has been moved to Edinburgh Zoo after not settling...

Anna Massie: ‘If folk smile when they’re listening to Two Down, I’ll be very happy’
Musician, presenter and producer Anna Massie on releasing her first solo album in 20 years and how the trad music industry has changed in the...
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Game of Thrones actor Rory McCann invests in a new Scotch whisky Slanj
Game of Thrones actor Rory McCann has invested in a new blended Scotch whisky brand, called Slanj. Brothers Brian and Craig Halley, alongside friend Stuart...

How the UK–India trade deal opens door in the Scotch whisky industry
Euan Duncan, a Partner at law firm Morton Fraser MacRoberts, on how the UK–India trade deal will affect Scottish whisky and the importance of geographical...

Scottish Field Summer Challenge 2025 Results
For 25 years – a quarter of a century – the Scottish Field Whisky Challenge has been helping readers to discover some of the best...

A Dram with Stewart Bowman, Lochranza: ‘Whisky is not just about making something to drink. It’s about the people and the place, it’s a journey’
Lochranza distillery manager Stewart Bowman chats about his career in whisky, his favourite flavour profiles and what makes Lochranza and Arran whisky so special. ...