Posts Tagged ‘Food’
Stack and Still to open second restaurant
Stack & Still, the UK’s largest urban pancake and licensed bar venue has today announced they will open their much anticipated second site in Glasgow’s Silverburn, in early July this year. Stack & Still opened their first city centre venture with phenomenal success in October last year, serving over 500,000 pancakes in their first six…
Read MoreWinner of north east short story competition revealed
The Toulmin Prize is open to amateur writers over the age of 16. The stories entered should have a north east focus, and may be written in Doric or English, or a mixture of the two. This week, we’ll be posting one story a day, including the four commended stories and the overall winner of…
Read MoreNorthern Ireland – a golfing trip down to a tee
More than 20 percent of tourists into Northern Ireland came from Scotland, with short-break trips to Ulster making up the majority of those visits. Whether it’s a city break, cultural-themed tourism based around Game of Thrones or the Titanic exhibition, or golf tourism – RoyalPortrush hosts the Open Championship this July and is just one of…
Read MoreGet on your bikes for family fun in Millport
There’s a wheely great day out in store for families on Sunday, July 14 at the Millport Heritage Cycle and Bike Festival. The Heritage Cycle will run between 10am and 4pm (last start time 1pm), beginning and ending in the grounds of the Garrison House. Cyclists follow the Cumbrae Heritage Trail, collecting puzzle pieces along…
Read MoreA packed pair of new bagels – just for dad
Father’s Day takes place this weekend – and there’s a tasty treat in store. Edinburgh’s renowned Bross Bagels has created a delicious limited edition pair of all day breakfast bagels, designed just for dads – for one weekend only! The pair will be available all Saturday and Sunday, 15 and 16 June, in all three…
Read MoreMake it a hole in one with a trip to Perthshire
One of the world’s biggest events in woman’s golf will tee off in Perthshire this September, as Scotland welcomes back the Solheim Cup to its sporting calendar. As the excitement for the Solheim Cup continues to build, there is no better time to come and explore why Perthshire should be on everyone’s must visit list.…
Read MoreOrkney – the islands that aren’t just for summer
If you’ve visited Orkney during the summer months, you’ll already know about its breathtaking vistas, rugged coastlines, stunning beaches, incredible archaeology, diverse wildlife, rich culture, and unique food, drink and crafts. But this is a place that delivers memories all year round, with each season offering something different. Stretch your legs on a dramatic coastal…
Read MorePutting the fun back into foraging for food
The Forager’s Calendar is a marvelous tome, as John Wright wears his learning lightly as his detailed account of foraging reveals not only his vast knowledge of wild food. There’s also a wry humour and huge array of endearing anecdotes which combine to make this a compelling read. Month by month, the former forager at…
Read MoreTaking Scottish strawberries to the rest of the UK
Scotty Brand strawberries will be bursting onto shelves throughout the UK this weekend after winning a UK wide listing with a major supermarket. The Scottish food producer, Scotty Brand, is doubling the amount of strawberries and raspberries grown this year, after securing the UK contract, meaning that its delicious berries will be available to buy…
Read MoreFood on the go with a traditional Scottish baker
Scottish food brand Paterson’s is taking food-to-go snacking to a new level with the launch of their new Fruity & Filling Oat Bars. Representing a twist on a traditional flapjack, Paterson’s Oat Bars are vegan friendly and palm oil free, whilst containing only 170 calories per bar. Handmade in Scotland with real fruit pieces, the…
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