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Grand celebration marks the end of 40th birthday

Scotland’s biggest creative community is marking the end of its 40th birthday year with an exhibition by its art studio tenants from Orkney to the...
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No need to go batty when experts can sort it

Most people are resigned to the fact that building works can be delayed by setbacks in the construction process or bad weather. However, very few...

Gordon & MacPhail revamps with five clear ranges

Scotch whisky maturation expert Gordon & MacPhail is streamlining its existing portfolio into five distinct ranges. They say the relaunch of its portfolio of single...
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Marking a Scot’s centenary of bravery in World War I

With the centenary of World War One upon us this year, the National Army Museum is marking the occasion by highlighting the stories of inspiring...
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More than happiness found in a whisky glass

Eleven years ago, amateur photographer Ernie Button found something beautiful at the bottom of an empty whisky glass. It happened completely by accident. One morning,...

A love of whiskey led to the start of a successful blog

Originally from Kentucky, Tom Fischer is founder of BourbonBlog.com and co-founder of the first Whisk(e)y Marketing School and Sommelier Program. The growth of Bourbon has...
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Review: The Caledonian Hotel, Edinburgh

It was Coco Chanel who said ‘luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it’s not luxury.’ And I think it’s fair to say the purveyors of grandeur...
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Review: The Atlantic Hotel, Jersey

'I could move here.' We've all said it. You're on holiday, drinking in the sun's rays and (most likely) a cold one from the local...

The INEOS Grenadier: How does this 4×4 fair on the sodden hills of Royal Deeside?

It’s rare that I need to be asked twice to head for the hills, but if there’s an opportunity to go off road then I’m...
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Hop On Hop Off vs. Traditional Bus Tours in Edinburgh: Which is Right for You?

Sponsored Content | Exploring the historic and scenic city of Edinburgh offers an array of experiences, with its rich tapestry of culture, architecture, and natural...
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Review – Hotel Edelweiss, Zurs, Austria

Watching the progress of our journey on my phone map and looking up towards our destination, Zürs, it was difficult to imagine how our transport...
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Review: A Car-Free Adventure to Carlisle

  The cathedral city of Carlisle may not be your first thought when planning your next weekend away, but the small border city has much...
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Review: Cherry Blossom Tuesday at Tattu Edinburgh

I’m not sure what alchemy was involved in the scheduling of Tattu restaurant’s Cherry Blossom dinner for the first warm day of the year in...
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Kiefer Sutherland: Hollywood star brings new whisky to the UK

Hollywood star Kiefer Sutherland has unveiled his new whisky to the UK, a homage to his Canadian roots and love of the spirit. The whisky,...
Tom Tsappis, chef-owner Killiecrankie House. Credit Alex Baxter Photography

In a nutshell, Chef Tom Tsappis: ‘I’d love to cook for Tom Cruise’

Chef Tom Tsappis and his wife Matilda moved from London to Killiecrankie in 2021 to realise their dream of opening their own restaurant. Killiecrankie House...
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‘Scotland’s first dog friendly chippy’ launches in St Andrews

A chip shop in St Andrews says it has become 'Scotland’s first dog-friendly chippy' with the launch of a dedicated menu for diners’ pooches. The...
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Life With Isle of Harris Distillery: ‘The Hearach is special, it has done so much for the island’

Isle of Harris distiller Thomas Macrae talks to us about his earliest memories of whisky and why The Hearach is so special to islanders. And...
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James Robertson: The importance of indy beer makers

James Robertson tries out the latest indy beers at the Biscuit Factory Beverage Festival and shares his favourites.    At the weekend I visited the...