An art-tea afternoon with Van Gogh and The Caledonian Hotel

It’s the most talked-about event in the capital for quite some time, so a visit to Van Gogh Alive was a must for a girlie afternoon in town. When I discovered that The Waldorf Astoria – The Caledonian was celebrating its partnership with the event with a special Van Gogh Themed afternoon tea, our plans…

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Scotland’s rivers in recovery after £3.7m investment

Scotland’s rivers, lochs and wetlands are being restored back to good health, thanks to support from NatureScot’s Biodiversity Challenge Fund. In the past three years, the Scottish Government has invested £3.7m in 27 freshwater and river restoration projects across the country, using innovative, nature-based solutions to help reverse biodiversity loss and mitigate against the effects…

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Ka Pao restaurant making an impact in the capital

Ka Pao Edinburgh has opened its doors on level four of the St James Quarter. The Michelin Guide recently awarded Ka Pao Glasgow a coveted Bib Gourmand award in the 2022 guide. The Michelin Bib Gourmand recognises restaurants offering great quality food as well as good value for money. A passion for the food and…

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Try this rhubarb souffle with home-made custard

It’s the weekend, so why not enjoy this sweet rhubarb souffle as a treat? Lough Erne Resort Executive chef, Noel McMeel, has shared some favourite recipes for a range of mouthwatering dishes that you can make at home, which we’re sharing this week. Today, we conclude with a tasty hot rhubarb souffle with home-made custard.…

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Tasty scones – just like granny used to make!

There’s nothing like home baking to set off the senses, with the wonderful warm smell of scones in the oven. Lough Erne Resort Executive chef, Noel McMeel, has shared some favourite recipes for a range of mouthwatering dishes that you can make at home, which we’re sharing this week. Today, we present his Granny’s recipe…

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Increasing the professionalism of gamekeeping

The increased professionalism in gamekeeping as a career is evident as many Scottish sporting estates require new recruits to have undertaken an industry recognised degree. Scotland’s leading rural colleges report that they have been inundated with student applications for places in their gamekeeping and wildlife management courses, with colleges now working with over 30 Scottish…

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Try an Irish boxty for St Patrick’s Day

It’s St Patrick’s Day today, and this week, we’ve been sharing recipes from the Emerald Isle. Lough Erne Resort Executive chef, Noel McMeel, has shared some favourite recipes for a range of mouthwatering dishes that you can make at home, which we’re sharing this week. Today, we present Boxty, a traditional Irish potato pancake. The…

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Glad Rags & Cartridge Bags visit Glamis Castle

The ladies of Glad Rags & Cartridge Bags enjoy their inaugural event at historic Glamis Castle while raising funds for Children 1st. As the day dawned, 40 ladies from all over Scotland and as far afield as Cheshire were treated to what must be one of the most spectacular views in Scotland, the private drive…

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Farmers talk to 20,000 in ‘Talk to a Farmer’ week

Earlier this month, 20,000 Scottish school pupils were given the chance to ask farmers how they produce food and look after their animals. This interaction was all thanks to the Royal Highland Education Trust (RHET), in partnership with e-Sgoil, who delivered the ‘Talk to A Farmer’ programme of sessions via the DYW (Developing the Young…

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New awards launched by Rare Breeds Survival Trust

Scotland’s leaders in sustainable food and farming will be celebrated in a new awards programme launched by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust’s Scottish Forum. Entries are now open for the inaugural RBST Scotland Food & Farming Sustainability Awards, which will celebrate people and businesses throughout Scotland’s farming and food industry who have placed environmental sustainability…

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