Celebrating a magical decade of festivities

The first details have been revealed for the 10th annual MagicFest – Edinburgh’s much-loved celebration of all things magical. It will perform a special trick of its own – vanishing from its old spot in the summer only to reappear, transformed, in the festive season at the end of December and early January. The event,…

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This could be the world’s first £1million whisky

An extremely rare bottle of The Macallan dubbed ‘the Holy Grail of whisky’ could become the first to sell at auction for £1million. On 28 and 29 November 2018, Christie’s Finest & Rarest Wines & Spirits auction in London will be led by the most collectable single malt produced in the 20th century; The Macallan…

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Search is on for the best shucker in Scotland

It’s nearly time for Scotland’s seafood experts to ShuckOff. There’s good news for them, as the Scottish Oyster Shucking Championships returns for its second year The search is on for Scottish chefs, oyster growers, producers, fishermen and industry specialists to ‘shuck off’ to Stranraer once again in a bid to become the 2018 Scottish Oyster…

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Edinburgh Festival Fringe: Newsrevue is still one of the best

Newsrevue is an annual fixture which deserves its plaudits and awards, and this year’s offering  is flawlessly delivered by four professionals who are as comfortable singing as acting. Piano is a tad too loud on occasions, but I’m being picky. There’s no shortage of material this year so the political satire and wry view at…

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