Posts Tagged ‘Edinburgh’
A super seven Outlander locations to visit
Fans of hit TV show Outlander can follow in the fictional footsteps of their heroes Claire and Jamie ahead of new season. To celebrate Season 4 of Outlander coming to Prime Video today, 5 November, lovers of the show can relive all the dramatic twists and turns of the past three seasons by exploring the…
Read MoreAuthor to perform War Horse to mark Armistace
Michael Morpurgo’s emotionally-charged story War Horse is to be given a special performance in Scotland. It will be narrated live at Edinburgh’s Usher Hall by the multi award-winning author, with specially arranged music performed by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. It will be read at Edinburgh’s Usher Hall on Sunday 18 November as part of…
Read MoreMeet the Isle of Arran Distillers poetry competition judging panel
With the hunt for the official poem of the Isle of Arran Distillers new Lagg distillery well under way, the independent whisky maker has assembled an eclectic team of judges to consider each of the entries put forward by budding writers. Although they all share a passion for whisky, poetry and the unique landscape that…
Read MoreNew lighting highlights beautiful fountain at night
The Ross Fountain in Edinburgh’s West Princes Street Gardens is, for the first time, glistening after dark as the new lighting was switched on. The recently restored water feature in West Princes Street Gardens has been fitted with a low energy, state of the art, waterproof LED system integral within the fountain pools which will…
Read MoreChef Tom is at his happiest in The Kitchin
Scottish chef Tom Kitchin has been one to watch for many years. After opening his Edinburgh restaurant The Kitchin, he became the youngest winner of a Michelin star, aged just 29, when it was awarded the coveted status – just six months after opening. He tells Scottish Field about his life in Scotland’s capital. I…
Read MoreMeet 10 of Scotland’s unsung sporting heroes
Scotland has had its fair share of unexpected sporting successes over the years. Here, we celebrate ten of the most obscure and least-known Scottish champions. 1. Stone skimming, haggis hurling and tiddlywinks The World Stone Skimming Championships has seen eight overall Scottish world champions since the year 2000. In 2016, the Haggis Hurling champion and world record…
Read MoreWINE TO DINE – DECEMBER 2018 – CHRISTMAS BANQUET
Drinks writer Peter Ranscombe picks five wines to pair with the Christmas banquet. CHRISTMAS is a time for feasting – celebrating family and friendship over good food and good wine. Taking that feast outside into a location like The Secret Herb Garden in Edinburgh – as Scottish Field did for its December 2018 issue – makes…
Read MoreSalmon, grouse, pheasant, partridge and more at estate
An all-round sporting estate with a historic setting in the heart of Highland Perthshire is now available to purchase. Presented by Strutt & Parker, Urrard has a reputation as one of the most accessible Highland sporting estates where it is possible to enjoy the rare combination of salmon fishing, grouse shooting, driven pheasant and partridge shooting,…
Read MoreA real appreciation of Scotland’s national drink
Whisky is Scotland’s national drink, which is appreciated across the world. Unforgettable whisky moments are shared ones, which is why membership to The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) is a Christmas gift any whisky fan – whether newly interested or hardcore adventurer – will be overjoyed to receive. Only members of the SMWS can access…
Read MoreExclusive Maker’s Mark available in Scottish store
Maker’s Mark has announced the launch of its first UK single barrel programme in collaboration with Harvey Nichols. The premium handcrafted American whisky was officially launched to consumers late last month, with the limited run of 252 Private Select is available for £75 each across all eight Harvey Nichols stores in the UK, including Edinburgh,…
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