Posts Tagged ‘Edinburgh’
Christmas experiences to be remembered at The Balmoral
To mark the festive season, Edinburgh’s The Balmoral hotel has teamed up with Scotland’s most iconic jewellery house and the world’s finest watchmaker to create a unique moment in time for the city. Hamilton & Inches, in partnership with Patek Philippe, are to share centuries of silversmithing prestige and watchmaking excellence at No.1 Princes Street…
Read MoreMeet the finalists in the 2018 Scottish Rural Awards
The cream of Scotland’s rural industry has been shortlisted for the 2018 Scottish Rural Awards. The shortlist spans 11 categories which celebrate all aspects of rural life, from artisan food and tourism, to education, conservation and agriculture. The Scottish Rural Awards are the ultimate benchmark of success in Scotland’s countryside, highlighting the enterprise, skill and…
Read MoreAll things bright and beautiful at Wasps Christmas market
Forty artists and makers are coming together for the first ever Wasps Christmas market – and marking the 40th anniversary of Scotland’s biggest creative community. It’s a chance to see a rich variety of art, craft and design of many kinds including work by the exceptional silversmith Hamish Dobbie, beautiful glasswork from Cressa McLaren, gorgeous…
Read MoreNew head chef takes over at The Horseshoe
A Peebles restaurant has welcomed its new head chef. The Horseshoe Restaurant in Eddleston, has announced Michal Mozdzen has taken up the post. Michal was previously head chef at the 3 AA Rosette Pompadour by Galvin at Edinburgh’s Waldorf Astoria and joins The Horseshoe from the Ducks Inn at Aberlady. Michal moved to Edinburgh to…
Read MoreFive alive in popular Fife village of Peat Inn
A stunning five-bedroom home located close to the home of golf is now on the market. West House is a beautifully presented property in the popular village of Peat Inn in Fife, home of the Michelin-starred Peat Inn restaurant, from Galbraith. Constructed approximately nine years ago by highly regarded AJ Stephen builders, West House offers…
Read MoreA rural gem that’s still close to the big cities
Kirkfield Lodge is an attractive small holding in a rural location within commuting distance of Glasgow and Edinburgh. This is a four-bedroom property, with dining kitchen, two bathrooms, two public rooms, sun room and large study. There are two entrances but the property is commonly accessed through an adjoining porch which leads from the tarmac parking…
Read MoreVoting opens to decide the nation’s #ScotWord
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay has launched a nationwide vote to ask Scotland to choose its #ScotWord from a selection which have been made by the young people of Scotland. Young people have been the driving force behind #ScotWord from the outset of the campaign and in this exciting final phase now lead in widening the discussion around…
Read MoreBorders aims to capitalise on success of re-opened railway line
Plans to boost business in the borders has been approved, to expand on the success of the reopened Borders Railway. Scottish Borders councillors have agreed to progress plans for an innovation park in Tweedbank to maximise the economic impact of the Borders Railway and provide modern facilities for new and expanding businesses and support future…
Read MoreFree seafood cookery classes are coming to the Edinburgh
A free seafood cookery school roadshow aimed at teaching parents and their children how to prepare and cook seafood is heading to Edinburgh this month. The free class is part of Seafish’s latest initiative, Back to School, urging the UK to fall in love with seafood and encourage more people to eat the recommended two…
Read MoreCapital Christmas cocktail is an Old Fashioned classic
A Christmas cocktail in the capital is just what the doctor ordered this festive season. With Christmas just around the corner, a selection of fine festive cocktails has been prepared for winter drinking. Gingerbread Old Fashioned has been created by R&B Distillers and Usquabae Whisky Bar in Edinburgh. Gingerbread is the scent of yuletide, bringing…
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