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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian.

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: 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...
The Atlantic Hotel, Jersey by night.

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...
Yamato is a Japanese fine dining restaurant that focuses on the simplicity of high quality ingredients over fussy presentation.

Review: Yamato, Edinburgh

Megan Amato heads to fine dining Japanese restaurant Yamato to try out the offering which does not disappoint.   I often make the joke with...
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian.

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...
The Atlantic Hotel, Jersey by night.

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...
Oyster Festival 2018

Discover Scotland’s wild, native oysters

They’re sought after by chefs around the world but until fairly recently Scotland’s only wild, native oyster fishery, hidden beneath the crystal clear waters of...

Improve your baking skills at Foodies Festival

Do you struggle to get an even bake or are you keen to shake up your showstopper? As Channel 4’s Bake Off gears up for...
Donald Anderson is the CEO of Aberdeen-based The Bread Maker.

Time to expand for Aberdeen’s The Bread Maker

For many of us, whiling away an afternoon baking is a therapeutic pastime. Mixing simple ingredients and watching them transform into a delicious loaf or...

Foodies Festival is all ready to kick off on Friday

Phil Hickman of Brasserie Prince by Alain Roux at The Balmoral served up a real treat for an ex-Scotland rugby captain. He presented his dish...

Restaurant interior revealed – and now it needs staff

Contemporary Chinese restaurant group, Tattu, has revealed a preview of its stunning Edinburgh interior. Patrons are set to dine beneath hand painted traditional Chinese artwork...
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Delightful dining at Dundee’s Daisy Tasker

Every time I venture back to my home city of Dundee, I'm always pleasantly surprised with the businesses that continue to pop up. Hotel Indigo...