Posts Tagged ‘Edinburgh’
Have you picked up the latest edition of Scottish Field?
The September issue of Scottish Field is now available in shops – and it’s a packed 260 page edition. We all know that Scotland is a beautiful country, with so many places that are worth a visit. To help make it a little bit easier for you, if you’re planning an autumn break, we’ve an…
Read MoreMake friends with some delicious dishes at Los Amigos
Dalry is an often overlooked place to eat, but we received a really warm welcome at Los Amigos from the friendly staff. The prawns in my king prawn starter were huge and beautifully presented with a rosa sauce. Nachos were also huge with all the toppings served on the side, just how I like it. For…
Read MoreEdinburgh Festival Fringe: comedian Simon Evans
Prepare to be depressed and entertained at the same time with some of the driest and most acerbic comedy on offer in this year’s Fringe. Brighton-based Simon Evans has been a circuit comedian for years, and those of you who are regular listeners to BBC Radio 4 will be familiar with his particular style of…
Read MoreEdinburgh Festival Fringe: Newsrevue is still one of the best
Newsrevue is an annual fixture which deserves its plaudits and awards, and this year’s offering  is flawlessly delivered by four professionals who are as comfortable singing as acting. Piano is a tad too loud on occasions, but I’m being picky. There’s no shortage of material this year so the political satire and wry view at…
Read MoreEight of the most unusual places to stay in Scotland
Nowadays a simple hotel room stay or a city apartment break are a thing of the past. So whether it be for a weekend getaway with the family, other half or even just to experience the county from a new… or sometimes old location you can always count on Scotland to provide some quirky places…
Read MoreThe Grand Cafe more than lives up to its name
The former home of The Scotsman newspaper on North Bridge is now grand by name as well as by nature. The dĂ©cor is reminiscent of continental cafes, rich in marble pillars and period features. The menu encompasses an entire day of dining, from brunch to dinner via lunch, afternoon tea and snacks. Chef Chris Niven reached the finals of Masterchef: The Professionals…
Read MoreWedderlie House is an attractive small country estate
Knight Frank has brought to the market Wedderlie House, an attractive small nine bedroom country estate. Westruther, in Gordon, the Scottish Borders, has a long and rich history. Wedderlie was originally owned by the Polwarth family in the 13th century but passed to the Edgars in 1327 and remained with them for 400 years. There probably was an…
Read MoreTV chef is Toast in brand new Fringe production
One of Edinburgh’s top chefs is taking his culinary creations to the stage after being chosen to take a starring role in Nigel’s Slater’s Toast at the Traverse Theatre. Owner of Cater Edinburgh, Barry Bryson, 42, will be making his Fringe debut as part of the play which takes its name from the award-winning autobiography…
Read MoreEdinburgh Festival Fringe: Tape Face
Come see Tape Face, they said. We saw it when it first came to the Festival and it was brilliant, they said. He must be exceptional because he won America’s Got Talent, they said. Of course, they said all of that before we had been to see one of the worst shows I’ve ever seen.…
Read MoreEdinburgh Festival Fringe review: Elsie Thatchwick
I used to blub like a baby at the Little House on the Prairie even as a teenager, but as a grown man the only times I’ve cried were when I had to put my favourite dog down and when wasting three hours trying to put up a tent after a bottle of wine and…
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