Posts Tagged ‘drink’
WINE TO DINE – JUNE 2019 – ASPARAGUS
In a sauvignon blanc special, Scottish Field wine columnist Peter Ranscombe picks pairings for asparagus. FEW wines have such a strong affinity with a single ingredient as sauvignon blanc and asparagus, which is this month’s star ingredient in Scottish Field magazine. Flick through any book on wine and the tasting notes for the more savoury…
Read MoreThey have invented the gin magic eight ball
Lovers of rhubarb and ginger rejoice – everyone’s favourite flavour just got even more interesting, thanks to Edinburgh Gin. The original Rhubarb & Ginger, Edinburgh Gin has added a full-strength gin to its much-loved line-up which already features a versatile Rhubarb & Ginger Gin Liqueur and convenient ready-to-drink can. Priced at £28, the full-strength gin…
Read MoreBreakfast is served at Tom Kitchin’s Southside Scran
Paris has arrived in Bruntsfield – and this time, with a Scottish twist. Bringing a certain je ne sais quoi to his latest culinary venture, Tom Kitchin’s Southside Scran bears all the buzz of a classic French brasserie – with brass accents and chic Parisian-style interiors, it is an appropriate homage to the Michelin-starred chef’s…
Read MoreStunts and danger come to Galloway Country Fair
This summer will see an impressive array of acts taking to the main ring at Galloway Country Fair, and quad bike stunt man Paul Hannam has been announced as the headline act. Paul Hannam, who hails from North Devon, has 25 years’ experience riding quad bikes and 10 years’ experience racing at British Championship level.…
Read MoreSmall is beautiful for new Scottish hotel company
A Scots-born international hotelier is coming home to gradually launch a new hotel collection and the clue is in the name. Gordon Campbell Gray’s new company, The Wee Hotel Company, plans to develop and invest in special properties around Scotland and will be quietly looking for suitable opportunities. The emphasis will be on authenticity and…
Read MoreStay at Buccleuch Arms for 3 nights – and pay for 2
Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Borders, the Buccleuch Arms Inn, is perfectly placed for you to explore Scotland’s best kept secret region. There is such a variety of things to see and do that you will need to take advantage of this fantastic three for two offer. Book a three night stay including…
Read MoreCelebrate whisky at Spirit of Speyside Festival
Scotland’s national drink is intrinsically linked to the landscape in which it is produced. And now the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival is bringing the two together in a series of events which celebrate both the amber nectar and the great outdoors. Event providers have pulled out all the stops to deliver on their promise…
Read MoreWhy Rory Bremner has made a big impression
As befits someone who pretends to be other people for a living, Rory Bremner is conflicted about his identity. ‘I am not feeling very Scottish today,’ he declaims, brows arched. It turns out this is part of the problem. ‘I have just had my eyebrows threaded in preparation for a Noel Coward play, which opens…
Read MoreGet ready to enjoy a cruise on the River Tay
The starting date for the 2019 season of boat trips on the River Tay has been revealed. From 16 May to September local people and visitors are being encouraged to discover the wildlife and sights of the River Tay with a range of fantastic boat trips. Trips include a return sailing from Broughty Ferry Harbour…
Read MoreThese wine and doughnut matches have a certain ring to them
Food and wine pairing is a well-trodden route, but how about doughnut and wine matching? Peter Ranscombe investigates, with help from wine importer Inverarity Morton and Tantrum Doughnuts of Glasgow. CAN I murmur “Mmmm, doughnuts…” without channelling Homer Simpson? Probably not, but that’s not going to stop me extoling the virtues of one of my…
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