Posts Tagged ‘scottish’
Recipe gives a new meaning to sole food
The Firebrick Brasserie in the Scottish Borders prides itself on having a stylish, yet family-friendly atmosphere and good quality, affordable food. It is run by culinary duo David Haetzman and Amanda Jordan, who have lived in Lauder with their three children for the last 12 years. The Brasserie really is a family affair, with David…
Read MoreBreathing new life into a former parish church
Set amongst the pretty chocolate box houses of Fordyce in Aberdeenshire is a Church of Scotland parish church, which closed in 2012 because it was feared the dilapidated bellecot would collapse on parishioners one day. In 2014, having sold their successful B&B business in Buckie with the intention of moving to the Scottish Borders, Alison…
Read MoreAre you a business in the Scottish countryside?
Businesses throughout the Scottish countryside are being encouraged to nominate themselves in the 2019 Scottish Rural Awards. The ultimate benchmark of success in Scotland’s countryside, the Scottish Rural Awards are now in their fifth year and are partnered by Scottish Field and the Scottish Countryside Alliance. A set of 13 categories are open for nominations, including…
Read MoreNew warning for wildlife watchers with drones
Specialists have warned that those operating drones could be causing stress to Scotland’s wildlife. Drones have become increasingly popular for taking aerial photographs and for conservation work, such as scientific surveys. But the drone could put you on the wrong side of the law, if you fly it too close to wildlife. The Partnership for…
Read MoreScottish rowing star says success started at school
Heather Stanning is the world’s number one female rower and a double Olympic champion. She tells Scottish Field about her life at Gordonstoun School, training to be a firefighter and the secrets behind her sporting success. Memories of my childhood all seem to be about being outdoors and active. I am the youngest of three,…
Read MoreScotland encouraged to try its organic produce
Scotland’s farm, food producers and shops are encouraging shoppers to experience organic food and eat it as it should be. This month sees the return of Organic September, an initiative by the Soil Association to encourage the whole nation to try organic. Throughout the month shops, farms and producers are inviting everyone to join them…
Read MoreMango pana cotta is such a delicious dessert
The Firebrick Brasserie in the Scottish Borders has won itself plenty of acclaim in its short life. Based on Lauder, it is owned by David Haetzman and Amanda Jordan have lived there with their three children for the last 14 years. In 2015, Firebrick was voted best new restaurant at the Born in the Borders…
Read MoreAlliance to assess entanglement issue in Scotland
Scotland is to lead the way by creating Europe’s first ‘Entanglement Alliance’. The first of its kind in Europe, the Scottish Entanglement Alliance (SEA) brings together fishing industry representatives, researchers and conservation and welfare charities to assess the scale and impact of the problem of marine animal entanglements in Scottish waters. By engaging directly with…
Read MoreMethod to the madness as new shop opens
A bespoke Scottish luxury specialist is branching out with a handmade furniture store. The husband and wife team behind Method Studio, a design practise and artisan workshop with international clients including Burberry, Bentley and Aesop, has opened the doors on a handmade furniture shop in the Historic Royal Burgh of Linlithgow. Architect Marisa Giannasi and…
Read MoreExclusive launch for new Patek Philippe collection
Scotland’s oldest family jeweller held a private show of the 2018 Patek Phillipe collection, receiving its first viewing in the country this morning. Scottish Field was invited to the exclusive event, highlighting the craftsmanship, dedication and skill that goes into each of the exquisite Swiss time pieces. The viewing was held at Laings in Glasgow’s…
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