Posts by Ellie Forbes
Watch: Incredible time lapse video of whisky bar being stocked with one of world’s biggest collections
Watch this incredible time lapse video of a ‘bucket-list whisky bar in Edinburgh being stocked with one of the world’s biggest collections of rare single malts. Housed in part of a former wine merchant’s warehouse building dating back to the 12th century, The Vaults in Leith area is once again serving drams. With a new…
Read MoreRare cask from Scotland’s oldest family-owned distillery to sell for £100,000
A rare cask from Scotland’s oldest independent, family-owned distillery, could fetch £100,000 when it goes under the hammer. The Springbank 1997 bourbon barrel will be auctioned off from 21 November at Auction Your Cask. Established in 1828 in Campbeltown, Springbank uses traditional production methods that have been passed down from one generation to the next.…
Read MoreRescued archives of Darwin mentor Charles Lyell go on display
Conversations between Scottish geologist Charles Lyell and Charles Darwin are on public display for the first time. The archive of letters, maps and sketches, including heavily annotated editions of Lyell’s landmark book Principles of Geology, are being exhibited at the University of Edinburgh. Included in the exhibition are some 294 notebooks that were saved from…
Read MoreRecipe: Singapore Crab from Jack ’O’ Bryan
This vibrant dish is one of the signature dishes at Jack O Bryans, where the specialise in Iberian cuisine with both South American and Asian twists. Head chef Jack Coghill says: ‘With a good spicy sauce you should taste all the ingredients first then have the heat coming in at the very end. ‘Make sure…
Read MoreMore than 300 individual minke whales identified in the Hebrides since 1990
More than 300 individual minke whales have been identified in the Hebrides since 1990, with one visiting the region for nearly 30 years. A minke whale named Snowy has travelled to the area over an astonishing 27-year period – the longest known history of sightings for this species in Europe. Another, known as Knobble, holds…
Read MoreShortlist for Scotland’s National Book Awards announced
The shortlist for Scotland’s National Book Awards has been announced, featuring books on climate change, the importance of male friendships and King James VI. The Saltire Society awards recognise work across six literary categories, from fiction to research, history and poetry. The winners each receive a cash prize of £2,000 and go on to be considered…
Read MoreGeorgian Manse overlooking historic Glenluce Abbey hits the market
A charming B-listed Georgian Manse with breath-taking views over historic Glenluce Abbey is on the market. The six-bedroom Abbey House has three reception rooms, an attractive dining kitchen, a larder and a dressing room off the master bedroom. It was recently refurbished but has a wealth of original features including sash windows, a spindle staircase,…
Read MoreRecipe: Stuart Ralston’s Chicken katsu sandwich recipe
Stuart Ralston, the owner and head chef at Edinburgh’s Noto and Aizle, reveals his method for the crispiest chicken katsu sandwich. Stuart says: ‘Sandwiches, a British staple, perfected by the Japanese!. We make the bread for this, which makes all the difference: it’s a chunky sandwich so it needs a decent white pan loaf, and…
Read MoreBonhams Dog Sale returns featuring stunning Dandie Dinmont portrait
Bonhams is celebrating canine companions with the return of its dog sale – with a stunning portrait of a Dandie Dinmont up for grabs. The sale on 8 November in Edinburgh will feature a selection of paintings, drawings and works of art. Leading the 250-lot sale is an oil painting by British artist John Emms…
Read MoreGlencairn Glass invites writers to enter annual crime short story competition
Scottish Field has joined forces with the Glencairn Glass for the third installment of it’s crime short story competition. The Glencairn Glass is once again delving into the dark side of crime fiction with the launch of its popular annual crime short story competition. This year the competition launches on 27 October, once again in…
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