Head chef in the MasterChef kitchen tonight

A head chef from one of Scotland’s leading restaurants is back in this MasterChef kitchen this evening. Scott Davies, head chef at The Three Chimneys on the Isle of Skye, is one of five chefs, and the only contestant from Scotland, taking part in MasterChef: The Professionals Rematch, due to broadcast on BBC Two today, Thursday 27…

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Beautiful B-listed home is on the property market

A handsome detached Georgian house protected by a category ‘B’ listing is now available to purchase. Presented by Robb Residential, Ardlamont House, near Tighnabruaich, dates from approximately 1820 and is laid out over two storeys with a garden level. The house is of harled finish with painted smooth ashlar at quoins, window mullions and door…

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There’s far more to Windsor than just the castle

With all the lingering excitement of the Royal Wedding and the confirmation that the new Duke and Duchess of Sussex are about to make it their permanent home, now is a good time to visit Windsor to see what all the fuss is about. Although just an hour from central London, it’s easy to visit…

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On the eleventh day of Christmas… Ednam House Hotel

On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me, the gift of a riverside location. Ednam House in Kelso, enjoys an enviable position on the banks of the River Tweed, with views over Old Roxburgh. This mellow stone Georgian country house, offers a warm welcome to field sports enthusiasts, with its close…

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Restaurant to open its second site in Glasgow

A Korean restaurant in Glasgow city centre has announced it is to open a second restaurant site in Glasgow’s trendy West End.    The name, which is pronounced as ‘bee-beem-bahp’ is named after the Korean comfort food – a bowl of warm white rice topped with vegetables and chilli pepper paste, soy sauce, or fermented…

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Whisky hotel marks its 125th birthday in style

The Craigellachie Hotel in Speyside, known as one of the best whisky hotels in the world, is celebrating its 125th anniversary this month. The hotel is owned by businessman Piers Adam whose father had an affinity with Speyside after spending time in the region during the war. One of his last wishes was to travel…

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A property with a historic link to Robert the Bruce

A historical hotel reputed to be sited near where Robert the Bruce was inspired by a spider is on the market. Dunvalanree, a hotel on the stunning West Highland beach where Robert the Bruce landed while fleeing the English following an early setback, is being offered for sale. Located in the tiny Kintyre hamlet of…

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Public house opens its doors to the public

Public House by Nico, Chef Nico Simeone’s much-anticipated new gastropub restaurant, is now open. Occupying a prime position at 333 Great Western Road in Glasgow, Public House by Nic’ brings modern British gastropub cuisine to Glasgow’s West End, under the direction of Nico. Following in the success of his award-winning sister restaurants Six by Nico…

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Stars in glasses and on plates at 21212

As a fan of 21212’s food, Peter Ranscombe couldn’t turn down an invitation to try the Michelin-starred restaurant with rooms’ wine pairings. CHEF Paul Kitching cracked the code for good food a long time ago – the proprietor at 21212, the restaurant with rooms on Edinburgh’s Royal Terrace, has held his Michelin star since 2010,…

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On the sixth day of Christmas… Trump Turnberry

On the sixth day of Christmas my true love gave to me, the gift of romance. Located on the captivating Ayrshire coast and immersed in history, Trump Turnberry has been an iconic landmark on Scotland’s renowned coastline since 1906. Exceptionally designed in every way, the landmark hotel is a unique and inspirational setting for a…

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