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New online resource planned for wild swimming

A new project is aiming to develop an online resource for Scotland's wild swimmers. The University of the Highlands and Islands has launched the project....
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The roaring twenties at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society

The world’s most entertaining whisky club is having a one-night only evening of glitz and glamour. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) is transforming its...

Get a little crabby and enjoy these tasty bites

These easy peasy crab bites from Love Seafood are packed with Mexican flavours to add some spice to your festive celebrations. They’ll be the star...

The amazing real life story of the Shetland ‘Bus’

Sometimes, real life events are so incredible that you'd think they were an elaborate plot from a spy novel. The Shetland ‘Bus’ tells the tale...

We’ve a tasty prawn ramen with spicy kimchi recipe

Raise your ramen game by using prawns instead of chicken in this delicious ramen. Ramen is a notoriously comforting dish, full of flavour and budget...
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Gordon & MacPhail boosted ahead of new distillery

There's a new arrival at a Scotch whisky firm, ahead of the opening of a new whisky distillery in the heart of the Cairngorms. Gordon...
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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,...
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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...