Rhubarb and heather gin launched for Valentine’s Day

The Isle of Barra Distillery is feeling romantic with its latest release. This Valentine’s Isle of Barra Distillery are delighted to launch the Sealed with a Kiss Limited Edition Rhubarb & Heather Gin Liqueur. Michael and Katie Morrison, Isle of Barra Distillers Founders, are delighted with their creation. They said: ‘While crafting our Rhubarb and…

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Highland zoo aiming to breed Sumatran tigers

Scotland’s Highland Wildlife Park is back on the small screen tonight. BBC Scotland series Inside the Zoo features senior keeper Gareth has a busy day weighing and feeding all the snakes. There’s an enclosure to prepare for four new leaf tailed geckos and Hannibal the Argentinean tegu gets a trip out for some target training.…

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Nicola Benedetti returns with online teaching videos

The Benedetti Foundation has announced the return of the With Nicky Series – an online series of educational videos from Scots violinist Nicola Benedetti. These will provide information, guidance, and support for musicians throughout their musical and personal development. Each video will be released on the first of every month starting on Monday 1 March…

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A delicious take on traditional Ham and Eggs

Ham and Eggs is an old favourite – and we bring you a recipe for it with a twist. Sebastian Wereski, head chef at Eusebi Deli in Glasgow, said: ‘This recipe is one of the dishes on our new weekday brunch menu. The new menu is inspired by a lighter spring offering, with options to…

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Grow your own pain relieving chillies at home

There’s nothing quite like growing your own plants – especially if they can help with your health. We gave you five plants which can help you beat Blue Monday yesterday, and one of those suggested by our friends at Dobbies Garden Centres  was chilli peppers. Chillies are rich in antioxidants and contain even more vitamin C…

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Ferry joins event to mark 100 years since Iolaire tragedy

A ferry is to support an event to mark the centenary of Britain’s worst peacetime marine tragedy. Caledonian MacBrayne has confirmed that, subject to weather conditions, the MV Loch Seaforth will participate in the New Year’s Day Service to commemorate 100 years since the Iolaire sank. At midday on New Year’s Day, a special Iolaire…

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It’s a corking deal to mark Black Friday

Scotland’s organic and biodynamic wine merchants, L’Art du Vin, are celebrating Black Friday. L’Art du Vin’s #WineFriday18 event will run from Friday 23 until Monday 26 November and will offer 15% off discount on all wines on their website. L’Art du Vin is a Scottish merchant specialising in wines produced with passion, integrity and uniqueness…

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Everything you need for country living

Being prepared for life in the great outdoors is made easier with Country Supplies. Based in Lanark, in South Lanarkshire, Country Supplies offer a wide range of items specially chosen to satisfy their customers’ needs. Whether you are an established farmer customer or just enjoy living in the rural community, they stock products for all.…

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A chance to see the face of an ancient Egyptian

Egyptology and mummies have fascinated Scots, young and old, for decades. Whether they’re interested in the archaeological factors that led to their discovery, or just have a passing interest through the scares of horror films, they have always held a fascination. The University of Aberdeen Museums and Special Collections are currently holding a special display…

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