Posts Tagged ‘America’
The real story of former slave who escaped to Scotland
Historically overlooked, Jeffrey Green explores the African-American people who travelled to Britain to escape the horrors of slavery in America. This includes the fascinating story of H.E. Lewis, a former slave who came to Scotland in the 1850s and worked as a hypnotist, making strangers fall asleep and then act on his suggestions. He also…
Read MoreA tribute to the explorer who brought botany home
Sir Peter Hutchison, a renowned 20th century plant hunter, botanist and author, has died. Aged 83 when he passed away, Peter was a keen gardener, amateur botanist, environmentalist and intrepid explorer with an outstanding knowledge and appreciation of the world of plants. For more than three decades he delivered an exceptional contribution to the life…
Read MoreIt’s been worth the 30 year wait for Glengoyne
Glengoyne Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky has announced the release of the second edition of Glengoyne 30 Year Old. The latest addition to the distillery’s limited edition range, the Glengoyne 30 Year Old, 2018 Edition, is set to be even more exclusive than the first 2017 release, with only 5,200 bottles of the Highland Single…
Read MorePhoneline of duty brings Martin to Still Game
Martin Compston is famous for his role as Steve Arnott in hard-hitting police drama Line of Duty. But the Greenock-born actor will show another side of his acting repertoire this Sunday, when he swaps hard-nosed police corruption investigation for comedy. The 34-year-old will guest star in the first episode of the new series of Still…
Read MorePeppers and cheese makes some tasty snack bites
Our fourth Christina Conte recipe in Scottish Field’s taste of America week is one that sounds to typical of the States. Jalapeno Cream Cheese and Bacon Appetisers were definitely not on the menu for Christina when she was growing up in Scotland. Originally from Garrowhill in Glasgow, Christina emigrated to the States when she was…
Read MoreGo with the snow this Sunday for World Snow Day
It’s World Snow Day on Sunday (20 January) with over 469 events in 45 countries around the world – and Scotland won’t miss out! The events include those in Europe, North and South America and Asia, encouraging more children to celebrate the fun of snow-sports like skiing and snowboarding. With the 8th World Snow Day organised…
Read MoreThese guns sold for high prices at auction
I well remember in my teaching career when the National Lottery was introduced. Every single pupil in the class, when asked to write an essay, would choose the question of what they would buy if they won the lottery. It was so boring as they all said the same, house, holiday, car…. zzz. Wel,l just…
Read MoreRoyal Navy sailed from Scotland for Battle of Jutland
Just over 100 years ago, World War I came to an end. In May 1916, the two greatest battle fleets the world had ever seen came together in a clash of arms off a little known peninsula of Denmark and fought a battle whose name has gone down in history. Jutland was the biggest naval…
Read MoreYou can eat with real gusto at Gaucho
Steak lovers, read on. Gaucho, in St Andrew’s Square, Edinburgh, has recently re-launched its menu, and for carnivores it’s an absolute treat. This is the destination for top-quality Argentinian steaks and dishes from the wider Latin American region. The new menu is split into ‘classics’ and ‘nuevo’ sections, featuring dishes such as Gaucho’s signature empanadas and homemade sausages, along with…
Read MoreJ&B Rare making a festive, modern comeback
A famous Scotch whisky which was a favourite of America’s Rat Pack has created a special Christmas serve. There has been a perception that traditional ‘masculine’ alcohol brands – particularly whisky – have alienated 50% of the market. To combat this, J&B Rare, originated in the 1930s and highly popular among influential drinkers such as…
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