Recipe: Singapore Crab from Jack ’O’ Bryan

This vibrant dish is one of the signature dishes at Jack O Bryans, where the specialise in Iberian cuisine with both South American and Asian twists. Head chef Jack Coghill says: ‘With a good spicy sauce you should taste all the ingredients first then have the heat coming in at the very end. ‘Make sure…

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Find a better you with Scotland as inspiration

Who needs a gym when you have Scotland? That’s the message the back page of The Kilted Coaches: How to Stick to the Damn Plan, as it encourages people to get fit using the country’s natural resources. The pair behind this book know what they’re talking about, having created hundreds of videos, garnered thousands of…

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Glorious facial treatment is the great escape

Having a facial has always been a rare treat and after months of being unable to enjoy a wee pampering session, taking the short drive to Linlithgow to visit Escape Medispa saw my excitement levels akin to that of a pre-schooler on Christmas Eve. The spa opened up in May and is easy to locate.…

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Tesco: Seven of the best summer wines

The summer Tesco press tasting gave Peter Ranscombe the chance to select his seasonal recommendations. AFTER press tastings with Aldi and Marks & Spencer, Tesco was the next supermarket chain to unveil its spring and summer selection. I came away feeling more positive about Tesco than I have done for a while. The focus on…

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Whisky release to mark Chinese Year of the Rat

Dewar’s has launched a limited edition travel retail exclusive gift box presentation of their blended Scotch whisky to celebrate the Chinese New Year of The Rat, from 24-27 January 2020. Double-aged in oak casks for extra smoothness, Dewar’s 18YO is a creamy, full and well-rounded blend. Honeyed in taste with a hint of marzipan, this product is presented…

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Award-winning firm launch new dairy-free ice cream

An award-winning Scots firm has launched a strawberry flavoured dairy-free ice cream, to add to their offerings this summer. Created by Equi’s Ice Cream in Hamilton, using a unique blend of coconut oil and strawberry puree, Strictly Strawberry contains 97 calories and 3.1g of fat per 100g with no dairy products to create a creamy…

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X marks the spot as textile weaving edges closer

An innovative textiles enterprise is about to take shape at its new home in Ross-shire. Textile design, manufacturing and product creator business Prickly Thistle has built an international clientele since 2015 and is now set to start work on the conversation of a Black Isle farm steading to create The Black House Mill, what will…

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The country man’s traditional comfort zone

Archie Hume of A Hume Country Clothing discusses the wardrobe priorities of country men. Here in the countryside the unofficially accepted style has a distinctly traditional feel. Practicality, conformity and quality are high on the agenda but it’s more than this, the country look is part of who we are. We can spot each other…

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Dewar’s launches Chinese New Year gift tin in Asia

A limited edition and travel retail exclusive Dewar’s 18YO Chinese New Year gift tin is now on sale in stores across Asia Pacific and at Dubai Airport. The demand for Dewar’s in Asia Pacific GTR is growing fast with strong double-digit sales growth year on year. Amongst Chinese shoppers, its popularity is even stronger with…

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7 dopamine rich comfort foods for Blue Monday

Blue Monday falls on January 21 this year, and is typically the day where most Scots feel a bit blue following the celebrations of Christmas and the long stretch until January payday. Forget ‘New Year, New You’, Gousto wants to spread a bit of ‘New Year cheer’ with a fantastic list of comforting food ideas & the…

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