Posts by Kenny Smith
Attracting pollinators to your garden is easy as A, Bee, C
The whole planet is to be abuzz with activity for World Bee Day this weekend (Sunday, 20 May). Ecologists at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) have put together a list of top tips to protect these amazing insects and help your garden grow. With their bright and colourful array of flowers, gardens provide important food sources…
Read MoreIcelanders and Scots to show their creative work
Scottish and Icelandic crafts people are coming together at a show next month. ShiftED brings together a group of five Highlands & Islands designer makers with four collaborators from Iceland. First created for DesignMarch 2018 in Reykjavik, the presentation of collaborative pieces will be on show for the very first time as part of XpoNorth…
Read MoreA Scallywag of a new whisky marks 70 years
A Scotch whisky firm is continuing its 70th anniversary celebrations with a new release. Douglas Laing & Co has revealed Scallywag 10 Years Old Limited Edition Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky. The family business, established in 1948 and currently amidst its 70th anniversary celebrations, says the 10 Years Old age statement marks 70 dog years, in…
Read MoreFun in store for kids with a junior Highland Games
A Scottish castle is getting ready to host a junior Highland Games this month. Castle Fraser in Aberdeenshire, one of Scotland’s largest tower houses is offering a family day out with a difference. The junior Highland Games will take place at the National Trust for Scotland property on 27 May, and are a great opportunity…
Read MoreB-listed property offers something rather different
Artarman House is an imposing B listed residence – but it offers something quite unique and special. Presented by Clyde Property , Artarman House is a truly unique detached residence that sits in one of Rhu’s most prestigious and sought after addresses. Built around 1838, it is set amidst beautiful mature gardens that extend to…
Read MoreBook review – Maggie’s Mittens is a charming story
What’s the story? This is a charming tale of a young girl who, in spite of her mother’s wishes, doesn’t want to wear her hot, fuzzy mittens… While on a tour of some of Scotland’s most picturesque destinations, including St Andrews’ Old Course, Maggie hopes to find a new home for her horrible mittens. Scottish…
Read MoreAre whisky bloggers really the masters of malt?
Whisky blogs appear to have reached a level of saturation and are now omnipresent across the internet and social media. Anyone can write a blog, and it appears that every whisky drinker and his dog write a whisky blog these days. So, what will happen to all these whisky blogs and will this glut lead…
Read MoreQueen of Crime will join their silver celebrations
Scotland’s Queen of Crime is to join the birthday celebrations for the Friends of Innerpeffray Library. Friends of Innerpeffray Library in Perthshire are 25 this year, to celebrate and further support the library they have some special events planned. Val McDermid will speak in the chapel on the evening of 14 June. Val has sold…
Read MoreThe countdown continues for World Whisky Day
For whisky lovers around the planet, this Saturday’s World Whisky Day offers the perfect excuse to savour a dram of something with friends and family. Whether you’re looking for a delicate dram from the Highlands, a smoky, untamed spirit from Islay or a big, bold and full-bodied whisky from Texas, we have recommendations for a…
Read MoreThe Mhor the merrier as Scottish festival returns
The award-winning Mhor Festival returns to the bonnie banks of Loch Voil this month, showcasing some of Scotland’s hottest up and coming talent. Featuring everything from boat trips to bush craft and paintball to pony rides Mhor Festival is the perfect blend of great food, live performances, outdoor activities and celebrity chefs. Set against the…
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