Posts Tagged ‘scottish’
Top crust effort to help the environment
A Scottish food company is doing its bit for the environment by launching new recyclable packaging for its pies. Simple Simon’s Perfect Pies have launched a new look for their brand, as the Biggar pie makers have ditched the plastic wrap on their produce, replacing them with brand new recyclable cardboard boxes. Fiona Anderson, Simple…
Read MoreLunchtime ladies all set for charity fundraising
Women of Scotland’s Lunch are back for their 61st year of charity fundraising. In an annual bid to celebrate the women of Scotland’s achievements, a fundraising lunch is organised in Glasgow and has been running since its inception in 1957. The61st lunch of its kind is due to take place at the end of this…
Read MoreMasterChef finalist will take on prestigious post
A Scots Masterchef: The Professionals knockout week finalist has today (Thursday) been unveiled as executive head chef of The Scotsman Grand Café and Bar. Located on the North Bridge in the magnificent former advertising hall of the Scotsman building, the new independent dining and drinking venue set to open in Edinburgh this summer. Chris Niven is…
Read MoreTime to get in a flap with new avian art exhibition
The Scottish Ornithologists’ Club is getting set to host an exhibition of artwork by John Threlfall. John is a largely self-taught artist and is a previous recipient of the Swarovski/Birdwatch Bird Artist of the Year award. He is a member of the Society of Wildlife Artists (SWLA) and the Artists for Nature Foundation, and has…
Read MoreBreathing new life into the good old spud
Makars Gourmet Mash Bar When it comes to the ultimate comfort food nothing can compete with good old mashed potato, at least in my opinion. So you can imagine my delight when I walked down Shandwick Place the other day and did a double take when I spied a new Makars Gourmet Mash Bar, which…
Read MoreBringing children closer to nature with local deer
A Scottish carer has turned pioneer by introducing disadvantaged children in South Lanarkshire to the wonders of the wild deer that find a home on the city fringes. David Quarrell from East Kilbride wanted to combine his skills as carer and as an authority on urban deer to help connect local kids in the care…
Read MoreAdventures and fun await for the whole family
Adventure awaits in Dumfries and Galloway after Drumlanrig Castle opened its doors for 2018. Visitor season at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate is well and truly underway, and is set for a bumper year suited to family days out, individual’s countryside pursuits and group travel trips. The estate team is encouraging visitors to pick up…
Read MoreScots food producers in line for a £1.5million boost
A supermarket is giving Scotland a £1.5million boost by taking fine Scottish produce and sharing it across the nation. From tomorrow, 5 April, Lidl will celebrate home-grown Scottish Favourites, offering a delicious selection of up to 80 products for customers, and projected sales worth a huge £1.5 million for Scottish business partners combined. Across 95…
Read MoreCharacter, elegance and charm at The Whinney
Character, chocolate box good looks, a scenic spot and an elegant and charming decor are all you could hope for in a country property. The Whinney, in Cessford, near Morebattle in the Scottish Borders, is a four bedroomed home, presented to the market by Hastings Legal. This unique and bespoke design four bedroom cottage sits…
Read MoreNew partnership to help boost Duke of Edinburgh Award
Scottish outdoor adventure retail specialist Tiso has signed an exclusive three-year partnership with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme. Tiso, which has had roots in Edinburgh for over 55 years, has been named a Recommended Retailer of Expedition Kit for the highly respected award. Effective from 1 April and with the JD group (which incorporates…
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