French food flair comes to Scottish restaurants

There’s so much to fall in love with in Paris: the history, the architecture, and of course, the cuisine. Bubbling Croque Monsieur eaten on the Champs ElysĂ©es; rare Beef and salty frites in a candlelit bistro or a classic French patisserie shared with your loved one over a picnic on the banks of the river…

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Grand designs are paying off at House of Elrick

When Stuart Ingram bought the estate four years ago, he wasted no time in making grand plans for the House of Elrick. Mother’s ruin with a slice of lemon. G&T with a wedge of lime. Whatever you call it, however you  enjoy it, gin has long been one of the nation’s favourites. Home to a unique…

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Award-winning Jimmy’s top Chinese New Year dishes

Today marks the beginning of the Chinese New Year, a celebration rich with culinary traditions thought to bring luck to those who follow them. Food is one of the most essential parts of celebrating Lunar New Year, as many hours, sometimes days, are spent by families preparing food and cooking together and as we celebrate…

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Perfect pampering at Macdonald Marine Hotel

I know and you know that January is the longest month of the year. It contains the same number of days as 3 singular months combined and that’s just pure scientific and mathematical fact. With this in mind, a chance to try the Macdonald Spa Collection’s ‘New You Spa Day’ package with my best friend…

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Marking the Bard’s birthday at Scots garden centre

A garden centre is celebrating Burns Night with a day-long celebration of Scotland’s National Bard. And they’ve even tried their hand at writing a verse of poetry Rabbie Burns style! Staff at Cardwell Garden Centre, near Gourock are going all out to mark the birth of Robert Burns with a festival of all things Scottish…

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Tasty haggis bon bons – but for one day only

Diners can celebrate Burns Night in style this year at Edinburgh’s The Ivy on the Square. For one day only, Friday 25 January, the brasserie will be offering a special cocktail and Scottish-inspired nibbles to help diners commemorate the Bard’s birthday. The Tim’rous Beastie is a cocktail Rabbie Burns himself would be proud of, with…

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Ruined cottage offers a major property challenge

A ruined Scottish cottage with beautiful lochside views offers a huge development potential opportunity. Tigh Na Rathaid Cottage, near Kilfinan, Tighnabruaich, is presented for sale by Robb Residential. The purchaser will buy the cottage ruin with a right of access over track, from where the access road will be formed by the purchaser to the…

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A beautiful fusion of the 18th and 21st centuries

Kilmun Farmhouse is a charming four-bedroom detached house with far-reaching views over Loch Awe. Presented by Bell Ingram, Kilmun Farmhouse is located in Dalavich, Taynuilt, Argyll and Bute. Situated in an elevated position with far reaching views over Loch Awe, Kilmun is a charming four-bedroom detached house which blends 18th century heritage with a twist…

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Dumfries House honoured at awards ceremony

The Dumfries House estate was recognised as one of Ayrshire’s outstanding destinations as its staff and facilities gained six prizes in a prestigious national awards. Hospitality staff at the estate near Cumnock, saved for the nation by HRH The Prince of Wales 12 years ago, were praised for their efforts at The Scottish Hotel Of…

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You can’t beat tasty piece of chicken on a stick

Sometimes, there’s nothing better than having food on a stick – especially if it’s as tasty as these chicken lollipops. Our recipe of the day comes courtesy of Tuk Tuk, which has restaurants in Glasgow and Edinburgh. One of their signature must-have dishes, Tuk Tuk Indian’s Chicken Lollipops are known for their unique lollipop shape…

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