Posts Tagged ‘wine’
‘The Italian Job’ becomes the ‘South African Job’
Peter Ranscombe examines how producers in South Africa are using Italian grape varieties to craft wines that have identities all of their own. WITH its stone archways and wooden beams, the building that houses Idiom’s wine tasting rooms and restaurant could pass as a modern Italian villa – if it wasn’t in South Africa. The…
Read MoreThe authentic taste of Spain is coming to Edinburgh
A taste of Spain and a film are coming to Edinburgh. Attendees will be able to enjoy Spanish food and flamenco as Andalusia comes to Scotland for a gastronomic night. Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival will be screening the film April Fair on October 5m at Potterrow, at 5/6 Bristo Square. A fun fun-filled night of…
Read MoreA magnificent B listed home offers privacy and space
Ormiston House is an exceptional Scots Baronial ‘B Listed’ house set in spectacular secluded grounds. Dating from 1851 and presented by Strutt & Parker, it was built for Archibald Wilkie, to a design by David Bryce, the well-known Scottish architect, whose works include a number of other large country houses, as well as the former…
Read MoreA special Macallan with stunning photography
The Macallan has unveiled its next Masters of Photography edition whisky. The release is in collaboration with the world’s most famous photographic cooperative, Magnum Photos. Marking the seventh limited edition release, The Macallan Masters of Photography: Magnum Edition celebrates the opening of the new Macallan distillery and visitor experience. The creation of the new distillery…
Read MoreA sensational seafood risotto to make at home
David Proctor knows about food – after all, he’s head chef at Aberdeen Altens Hotel. Scottish Field discovers what he feels makes a good restaurant, and he shares a favourite dish with us. How would you describe the restaurant in your words? We have several dining options within the hotel, which allows our guests a…
Read MoreWINE TO DINE – OCTOBER 2018 – WILD MUSHROOMS
Drinks writer Peter Ranscombe selects five wines to go with wild mushrooms. FEW ingredients are as versatile as mushrooms, offering plenty of pairing opportunities, from crisp whites that cut through sauces and creamy chardonnay that accentuates buttery accompaniments all the way through to fresh and fruity reds for meatier dishes. Check out the wild mushroom…
Read MoreA taste of Sicily menu arrives for the autumn
Scots chef Nico Simeone has looked to his Italian roots to bring a haven of taste and authenticity to his restaurants. True to his Italian roots, Nico belives the culture of a country is best reflected in its cuisines, so will bring a haven of taste and authenticity to Six by Nico this autumn as he…
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 MoreScotch Malt Whisky Society ready for birthday party
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is getting read to throw open the gates to the normally private Queen Street Gardens. It will be hosting a party celebrating its 35th anniversary. The festivities start at noon on Saturday, September 8, and include food, drink and music with prices from £20 for members and £25 for non-members.…
Read MoreNext Bowhouse Food Weekend is just weeks away
A heavenly harvest of local food and drink is coming to the next Bowhouse Food Weekend in Fife. Fife’s food hub, Bowhouse, is marking the summer harvest at its September Food Weekend with activities that celebrate local and organic food and freshly harvested grain on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 September, from 10am-4pm. The line-up…
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