Posts Tagged ‘scottish’
The perfect book for the Scottish film buff
The evolution of Scottish film culture resides in industrial, creative and critical changes since the 1970s. Reconsidering well-known films, such as The Last King of Scotland, as well as uncovering the overlooked, this refreshingly readable, if surprisingly expensive, book explores the diversity of Scottish culture portrayed in film. An essential for any student of British…
Read MoreGrouse salad is a healthy twist for Game Week
Great British Game Week is celebrating, promoting and highlighting just how nutritious, versatile and delicious game meat is. This week we have brought you recipes to highlight the versatility of game, and we conclude today with a pulled grouse salad. With the shooting season in full swing, grouse is the bird of the moment. For…
Read MoreThe perfect book for the deer stalker
Ingeniously combining facts, trivia, advice and personal observation with fictional short stories, this is the perfect book for every deer stalking enthusiast. Covering everything from recipes to stalking techniques this book will surprise even the most well-versed deer aficionado while being easy going enough for the newly enthused novice. The Deerstalker’s Bedside Book, by Charles Smith-Jones,…
Read MoreGo trout and about for Great British Game Week
Today we bring you our fourth recipe, to celebrate Great British Game Week. Now in its fifth year, Great British Game Week aims to celebrate, promote and highlight how nutritious, versatile and delicious game meat is. Today, we bring you some a recipe for smoked trout and avocado croustade, with capers and lemon zest, which…
Read MoreEmbrace the darkness with Britain at night
Dixe Wills embraces the darkness that is brought at sun-down by exploring Britain and sharing his thoughtful, and often riveting, experiences after sunset. From seeking supernatural thrills in the fables of mythical creatures to encountering the natural nocturnal habits of some of Scotland’s most spectacular wildlife, Dixe illuminates the darkness and invites us to join…
Read MoreA gingerbread makeover for Christmas
This Christmas, The Ivy on the Square will be transformed into a gingerbread haven with a special installation across its entrance and menu of themed cocktails available until Wednesday, 1 January. As well as the beautiful gingerbread house installation, The Ivy on the Square will help you get into the festive spirit with a menu…
Read MoreThe 12 Days of Christmas sculpture trail returns
Twelve unique and striking totem pole sculptures are being been placed across Aberdeen city centre as shoppers and visitors are invited to find them and solve the Christmas puzzle. Created by local chainsaw carver Garry Shand, the carvings depict the popular carol The Twelve Days of Christmas. The sculpture trail goes live on Sunday (1…
Read MoreScotland’s first blue pasta marks St Andrew’s Day
A leading Glasgow restaurateur is celebrating St Andrew’s Day with the launch Scotland’s first blue pasta. Ahead of St Andrew’s Day this Saturday (30 October), Giovanna Eusebi, owner of Eusebi Deli in the city’s West End, has created rigatoni coloured with a deep azure hue. Thought to be the first of its kind in Scotland,…
Read MoreThe Snowman revealed as Scots’ favourite festive read
The Scottish Book Trust today revealed that children’s picture book The Snowman, by Raymond Briggs, has topped a national poll as Scotland’s most loved Christmas book. The news comes as the charity launches its first ever festive fundraising appeal to provide books and support to teen parents and their babies. Findings from the Centre for…
Read MoreA former water mill packed full of character
A characterful five bedroom converted water mill situated within wonderful garden grounds is now for sale. Presented by Savills and located in an elevated position surrounded by the Aberdeenshire countryside, Lurg Lodge was imaginatively converted in 1998, has been significantly refurbished since then, and now benefits from extensive living space ideal for modern family living.…
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