Posts Tagged ‘wine’
Festive cocktails to get you into the Christmas spirit
 The Ivy on the Square has launched a special menu of seasonal cocktails to help get you into the festive spirit. From a Merry Martini to a GIN-ger Fizz and The Ivy’s Mulled Wine, the trio of festive tipples is The Ivy on the Square’s own take on a must-have at Christmas. It’s a great…
Read MoreNico’s new menu will take you back to your childhood
Six by Nico restaurants in Glasgow and Edinburgh have announced their latest theme – and it’s set to take you right back to growing up. In the latest offering Chef Nico Simeone has created a menu filled with fun, laughter and reminisce; recreating dishes inspired by memories of all our childhood. Everyone seems to have…
Read MoreA home with history and some beautiful views
A quality country house of elegance and comfort offering stunning views over the Solway Firth and beyond to the Lake District coastline is now for sale. The Torrs, in Portling, Dalbeattie, is presented to the market by Galbraith. The Torrs is the former residence of Sir Thomas McAlpine, the house was converted from a cottage…
Read MoreThe stars came out for new restaurant opening
It was a party with plenty of glamour – as the latest Italian restaurant in Glasgow opened its doors this week to a host of celebrities and VIPs. It’s the first Spuntini in the City Centre from the La Vita restaurant group, and they’ve lavished over ÂŁ1 million on the former Robertson Outerwear site on…
Read MoreGin and sherry released by new Scottish distillery
The upcoming ÂŁ10 million Port of Leith Distillery launches its first drinks this week with a new gin and sherry. They celebrate the maritime and distilling heritage of Edinburgh’s historic Port of Leith district. Named after Edinburgh’s Dr James Lind, a hero of the Scottish Enlightenment, who observed that citrus fruits prevented scurvy in the…
Read MoreChristmas events to take place at Dumfries House
A series of enchanting festive events is set to take place at Dumfries House following the arrival of Santa Claus at the estate on Sunday. St Nicholas arrived by sleigh and was greeted by children who had the opportunity to receive a gift and have their photo taken with him, at the stately home in…
Read MoreIt’s a corking deal to mark Black Friday
Scotland’s organic and biodynamic wine merchants, L’Art du Vin, are celebrating Black Friday. L’Art du Vin’s #WineFriday18 event will run from Friday 23 until Monday 26 November and will offer 15% off discount on all wines on their website. L’Art du Vin is a Scottish merchant specialising in wines produced with passion, integrity and uniqueness…
Read MoreB listed Georgian Gothic style home is over 200 years old
A B listed Georgian Gothic-style property, set in mature grounds, is now available for purchase. Kinlochlaich House, in Appin, Argyll and Bute, is presented for sale by Bell Ingram. Kinlochlaich House is a B listed Georgian Gothic style house dating from about 1800, but with some parts of the house having much earlier origins. The…
Read MoreDon’t grouse about your Sunday dinner – try this
Just the two of you this Sunday? Rather than juggling pots and pans over a complicated roast, serve something delicious yet simple. As part of Great British Game Week (19–25 November) Eat Wild is challenging the nation to think differently about game – and it’s starting in the kitchen. Today is the last of our…
Read MoreDouble awards delight for William Grant & Sons
The 2018 International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC) have taken place. These awards are known for setting the international benchmark for quality and recognising excellence in wines and spirits worldwide. The competition follows a rigorous judging process with more than 400 global experts judging products over a seven month period. Now in its 49th year,…
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