Fiesta of flavour for Islay and Speyside festivals

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is making May a month to remember. It’s one its members will savour with the release of 10 exclusive bottles to celebrate both the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival (3–7 May) and Feis Ile, The Islay Festival of Music and Malt (25 May–2 June). The Society will also be holding…

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A hat-trick of honours at the hotel awards

Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian has been recognised with three accolades at the prestigious Scottish Hotel Awards. Its titles included the winner of the City Hotel of the Year and Edinburgh and the Lothian’s Regional Winner for Fine Dining Hotel of the Year and Spa of the Year. The hotel’s employees were also recognised…

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Bistro capitalises on its shoreside location

A Room in Leith A Room in Leith is a Scottish bistro set in the popular shore area of Edinburgh. The restaurant is located on the site of the former Skipper’s Bistro and is the perfect place to enjoy great quality food that is made from only the best fresh local ingredients, with a particular…

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RSNO pays tribute to a true musical great

The life of one of the greatest musical figures of the 20th century is celebrated by the RSNO. One hundred years since the birth of American composer, conductor and educator Leonard Bernstein, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra presents a package of performances in Edinburgh and Glasgow to mark the occasion. Bernstein 100 is the world-wide…

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Learn from the experts at wedding event in Edinburgh

With peak wedding season underway, Scotland’s wedding industry leaders will be hosting a free evening of tips and expert advice in Edinburgh.  The Wedding Shop’s Edinburgh Showroom Takeover promises to inform and inspire with DIY cake decorating, cocktails and floristry. Guests will learn how to create a gift list with a twist and solve supplier…

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Biffy Clyro to release acoustic album

Ayrshire band Biffy Clyro have released details of their first acoustic album ahead of their unplugged tour later this year. Following in the footsteps of Nirvana, Pearl Jam and REM, Biffy recorded MTV Unplugged: Live at Roundhouse London on 8 November last year and the album will go on sale on 25 May. It features…

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Walker Slater steps into spring with luxury fashion show

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Tweed-tailor specialists Walker Slater and top jeweller Laings hosted a luxurious fashion show at the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh. Showcasing Walker Slater’s spring/summer collection accessorised with jewellery and accessories from Laings, the event marked a celebration of the hotel’s new partners. Around 80 guests were treated to 28 new looks for the season, with Harris Tweed’s…

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High demand for homes at new development

An upmarket homebuilder has seen significant demand for one of its most popular family homes in the east of Scotland. To date, CALA Homes (East) has sold nearly 30 Crichton homes across its East of Scotland developments in the last 12 months. This housestyle continues to be a hugely popular choice for homebuyers seeking a…

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Summer events underway with Scot Gin Fest

This year’s Scot Gin Fest has kicked off for the summer. Founder of Scot Gin fest Chris Gallen was joined by Scottish rugby hero Ryan Grant, wife Maxine Grant and Kirstin Jackson, the founders of The Garden Shed Drinks Company, to celebrate the launch of the 2018 Scot Gin Fest event series. Scot Gin Fest…

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Surf’s up after park is given the go-ahead

Scotland’s first artificial surf park has been given the go-ahead in a former quarry near Edinburgh. Wavegarden Scotland hads had its planning application to redevelop Craigpark Quarry near Ratho, Edinburgh, approved, to create a world-class surfing and family leisure facility. This major leisure attraction is a first for Scotland and Wavegarden Scotland will now transform…

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