Posts Tagged ‘Edinburgh’
It’s not a tall tale – storytelling centre is on the way
A first glimpse inside the newly restored Moat Brae House, where Peter Pan began, has revealed the extent of the work undertaken to save a Scottish architectural gem. The B listed Georgian house, dating from 1823, was designed by Walter Newall and was regarded as being such a fine building it was often referred to…
Read MoreHarvey Nichols set to pop up in St Andrews
Harvey Nichols Edinburgh is spreading its wings in Scotland as it is set to open a a pop-up shop in St Andrews. Until now, shoppers have only been able to shop the fashion brand online or at the Harvey Nichols store in Edinburgh – which, quite frankly, aren’t just on the local high street, but…
Read MoreBenidorm live is natural extension of TV show
TV comedy series that last more than a couple of series are doing well in an age when changing tastes can see a once-popular TV show disappear in a short space of time. Benidorm, shown in ITV, ran for 10 seasons, winning several awards, before finally coming to an end earlier this year. Featuring the…
Read MoreFiona delivered title of business woman of the year
A high-flying firm was delighted after one of its directors collected the title of ‘Business Woman of the Year’ at a glittering ceremony recognising talented women across Scotland. Fiona Deas, co-director of Bathgate-based Eagle Couriers, landed the title ahead of a host of influential business women, taking home one of the top prizes at The…
Read MoreA heart-warming play based on real-life Scotland
A life-affirming Scottish play, which is based on real-life events, is coming to Glasgow. Cora Bissett and David Greig’s drama Glasgow Girls is to run at the King’s Theatre, Glasgow next year. The production will make its debut on the big stage from Tuesday 15-Saturday 19 January. 2019. Filled with song-and-dance-filled this true story tells…
Read MoreFive malt whiskies that will bring the world together
Members of the iconic Scotch Malt Whisky Society are being given the chance to sample the same five drams from the Society’s flavour spectrum – no matter where they are in the world. In celebration of its 35th anniversary, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) will be bringing their spiritual home in Edinburgh, The Vaults,…
Read MoreNew facility will help with farm to fork philosophy
A Scots restaurant is to benefit after its beef supplier opened their own on-farm micro-abattoir in the Scottish Borders, producing world-class beef with a ‘farm to fork’ philosophy. Kyloe Restaurant & Grill in Edinburgh’s West End first opened in 2011, and is now regarded as one of the city’s top steak restaurants, celebrating Scottish meat.…
Read MoreA gem of an idea became a thriving business
Classic jewellery from a bygone age has a very distinctive look and feel to it. But the passing of time results in it becoming tarnished and damaged, through wear and tear or accidents. When diamonds lose their dazzle, silver stops shining and gold no longer glistens, there can be a temptation to go for a…
Read MoreNew distillery is a step closer as stills arrive
The completion of the new distillery on the Isle of Arran has moved a step closer. Isle of Arran Distillers Ltd have welcomed the arrival of their new custom-made copper pot stills to the island, for the Lagg Distillery. Following their departure from Rothes on the east coast of the country, the stills made the…
Read MoreNo papering over the cracks at book festival
Interior decoration with wallpaper is nothing new – but to hang it on the outside of a building is definitely unique. Artist Astrid Jaekel has wallpapered the outside of around a dozen shops and other buildings in the centre of Wigtown ahead the town’s 20th annual book festival. Each design tells a story about a…
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