Posts Tagged ‘face’
Soul Food Sisters serves nearly 1,000 meals in Glasgow
SOUL Food Sisters, a social enterprise in Glasgow, is set to serve almost 1,000 meals over Christmas to people in need in the city. The organisation, which is run by migrant women with a passion for food, normally operates as a catering company and has run a café in the Gallowgate since 2018. With orders…
Read MoreREVIEW: Home is where the spa is
FOR anyone who knows me, they’ll know that I like a little bit of pampering. But even prior to the horrors of 2020, popping to the salon or spa has had its challenges. There are always little things like work and children that tend to get in the way of precious “me” time. So, you…
Read MorePollution from pandemic on Scottish beaches
FACE masks and gloves were found on almost a quarter of Scotland’s beaches during recent litter picks. More than two thirds of inland litter picks found personal protective equipment (PPE), according to the Marine Conservation Society (MCS). The charity said 400 volunteers headed to nearly 100 Scottish beaches to clear and survey litter during the…
Read MoreA spooktacular celebration with help from M&S
When someone says “grow up and act your age” I strongly believe you should ignore them. It’s why as soon as October arrived, my flat was adorned with pumpkin, skeleton and spider bunting and a witch piñata full of sweets awaited trial. I’ve always loved Halloween; dressing up, ghoulish games, watching classic horrors with popcorn,…
Read MoreBorders textile museum holds ‘meet the maker’ events
THE Borders Textile Towerhouse museum in Hawick will hold a series of “Meet the Maker” events to mark its reopening. The events replace its “Makers’ Market”, which normally takes place in November. Robin Deas, a designer at The Hawick Tartan Company, will be the first maker to displays his products at the museum, including pleated face…
Read MoreFace coverings in gondola as Nevis Ranges eyes return
FOOT passengers and cyclists using the mountain gondola at Nevis Range will be asked to wear face coverings when the outdoor activities centre reopens. The site – which attracts 75% of its visitors between May and September for walks, mountain bike rides and other outdoor activities – expects to welcome visitors back from 15 July.…
Read MoreCapturing Italy’s character with organic wines
Cantina Tollo is letting local grape varieties shine thanks to organic farming, writes Peter Ranscombe. BEING stuck in a coronarvirus lockdown hasn’t stopped Italian wine co-operative Cantina Tollo from innovating. The Abruzzo-based producer has launched its “biologico” range of five wines that carry both organic and vegan certification. The co-op, which was founded in 1960,…
Read MoreA biscuit and a Blether
With the Corona virus lockdown causing a spike in loneliness, particularly amongst the retired population, Edinburgh charity project Vintage Vibes has launched a phone-based service to help vulnerable over-60s cope with self-isolation. Seniors who normally meet at least weekly with a dedicated volunteer will instead receive phone calls, with Vintage Vibes also extending the service…
Read MoreLoch Lomond Group switches to making sanitiser
Independent distiller the Loch Lomond Group has completed production of its first batch of hand sanitiser with deliveries across the country scheduled for today, 1 April. The group has already started working with Fareshare Scotland, who will ensure onward distribution to those who need it most in our society, helping to support Scotland’s most vulnerable…
Read MoreMozolowski & Murray at the end of a phone
Design experts Mozolowski & Murray have closed their Edinburgh studio due to the current worldwide coronavirus pandemic – but they are still at the end of the phone. The firm are experts in the design and manufacture of bespoke conservatories, luxury orangeries, sun lounges, garden rooms and extensions A spokesman said: ‘To protect the safety…
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