Posts by Kenny Smith
Restaurant chain’s heart is back in the Highlands
Restaurateurs are heading for the hills as they are taking their Scottish business back home to the Highlands. Andy Waugh and Calum Mackinnon are set to open their third Mac & Wild restaurant, this time at the Falls of Shin. Opening in late-June 2018, the founders are transforming the former ‘Harrods of the North’ into…
Read MoreFour young pipers will swap Scotland for Barbados
A group of young pipers will be switching their spats for sun tan lotion as they prepare to head to Barbados for this year’s Celtic Festival. Strathallan School pupils Xander Gibson, Oliver Spalding, Conor Campbell and Gregor Sands will travel the 4000 and a bit miles, to join a larger group to form a massed…
Read MoreSupermarket has its third festival of Scottish beers
A supermarket is toasting the Scottish craft beer industry by holding its third in-store Isle of Ale festival. Lidl UK has announced the event, starting today, which will see brewers throughout the country benefiting from a combined business deal worth £75,000. The twice annual celebration of Scottish craft beer features a collection of 19 beers…
Read MoreHunt for Victoria Cross recipient’s family
A search has been launched for the family of a Scottish war hero who is being honoured later this summer. Dumfries and Galloway Council are holding a commemorative ceremony in memory of Lieutenant James Edward Tait VC MC. Due to be held on 8 August, the ceremony will mark the centenary of him being awarded…
Read MoreExport growth sees Speyside Distillery honoured
Speyside Distillers’ rapid growth in the export market has been recognised. Their expansion has been recognised by the Department for International Trade for rapid growth in international markets. The firm, which operates Speyside Distillery in the Scottish Highlands, has received a UK Board of Trade Award following a record year for exports. The firm, which…
Read MoreBook review: Arts and the Nation
What’s the Story? Arts and the Nation evaluates the similarities and differences between Scottish and international writers, artists and composers. Recognising that there has been no recent overview of Scottish art and culture, this book fills in that gap – emphasising the importance and continuing relevance of Scottish arts on the international stage. The book,…
Read MoreAn estate centred around a Georgian laird’s house
A beautiful estate offering a C-listed house, traditional 19th century stables, a fruit orchard and mature parkland is now available for purchase. Presented to the market by Galbraith, Coul is a delightful estate extending to some 70.15 acres (28.39 hectares) commanding outstanding views both to the north and south and centred on a charming ‘C’…
Read MoreThe sad story of Shetland Pony Timmy Tiptoes
Whether you’re a steadfast animal lover or prefer to keep our furry friends at bay, the sad story of poorly Shetland pony, Timmy Tiptoes, is enough to make even the stoniest of hearts crumble. Standing at just 90cm high, this wee pony was rescued by the RSPCA in terrible conditions and brought to the Blue…
Read MoreYour chance to become a whisky distiller for a day
Scottish whisky’s spiritual home is giving a lucky individual the chance to be a distiller for a day. Lindores Abbey Distillery has announced the competition, with a unique prize. The lucky winner will spend a day working alongside distillery manager Gary Haggart, and enjoy behind-the-scenes access to the newly-built distillery in Newburgh, Fife. Not only…
Read MoreNew Scottish gin gets a capital launch
A new Scottish gin was launched earlier this month in the heart of the capital. Kinrara Distillery launched into Edinburgh with a gathering of friends at Kin Bar on Barony Street. Those invited got to meet Wee Alice, the Kinrara still named after the mother of the co-founders of Kinrara Distillery and sample the new…
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