Posts by Kenny Smith
Douglas Laing launch first ready-to-drink cocktail
Douglas Laing & Co has unveiled its first ever ready-to-drink cocktail in a can: Rock Island Whisky & Tonic. Described as ‘Irresistibly refreshing and remarkably light’, the latest innovation from the award-winning whisky producers is said to ‘balance the finest Island Malt Whisky with Scottish tonic water for a crisp and satisfying serve with a…
Read MoreSkye duo Valtos release track with Donnie Munro
Ceòl Dannsa (Feat. Donnie Munro) is the innovative new single from Valtos, set for release this week. The avant-garde electro-trad track comes from their upcoming self-titled debut album and features a Gaelic vocal sample from legendary former Runrig frontman Donnie Munro. Valtos are the Isle of Skye-based pairing of Martyn MacDonald and Daniel Docherty, who…
Read MoreAquarium to mark its first 25 years of conservation
One of the North East’s most beloved visitor attractions is celebrating 25 years of success this Easter. Macduff Marine Aquarium has been entertaining and educating people about the local marine environment since opening in 1997. The aquarium will mark the occasion with a Silver Splash gala event on the weekend of 9 and 10 April,…
Read MoreLots to see at the Maid of the Loch this year
Easter is on the way, and marks the start of the new season for PS Maid of the Loch. The Ship on the Slip programme continues for the second year running, while the ship is on the slipway, under restoration at Balloch, Loch Lomond. The opening celebrations on Easter Weekend include In Steam winch house…
Read MoreMount Stuart Trust hosting Study for a Garden
Mount Stuart Trust is delighted to announce Study for a Garden, a solo exhibition by Abbas Akhavan. For his first exhibition in Scotland, Akhavan will present a series of works in the gardens along with a site specific commission in the interior of Mount Stuart house, on the Isle of Bute. This exhibition is very…
Read MoreAward-winning pianist launches new album at iconic venues
Award-winning Scottish pianist Fergus McCreadie will launch his third album, Forest Floor with concerts at the Queen’s Hall in Edinburgh, on Friday, 8 April, and Ronnie Scott’s in London. The launch will take place on Tuesday, 19 April, when McCreadie and his trio, with David Bowden (bass) and Stephen Henderson (drums), will then feature in…
Read MoreEnjoy the best of Scotland – and be as safe as possible
With the Easter holidays heralding what is traditionally seen as the start of the Scottish tourism season, VisitScotland has unveiled a new campaign to help visitors and locals enjoy Scotland safely and responsibly. Keep Scotland Unspoiled will use social media, local radio and digital marketing to educate, inspire and inform people about issues such as…
Read MoreTamdhu unveils its new 18-year-old whisky
Tamdhu Speyside single malt Scotch whisky has announced the arrival of its 18-Year-Old – the latest addition to its 100% sherry cask matured collection. Tamdhu only matures in the finest Oloroso Seasoned Sherry Casks sourced from Spain, so when a small selection of these fine casks came of age, the time was right for the…
Read MorePrincess Anne opens British Horse Society’s Scottish Hub
The British Horse Society officially opened their new operational hub in Scotland with their Vice-Patron, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal. Princess Ann unveiled a plaque to mark the opening. The Scottish Hub, based at the Stirling Agricultural Centre, is also home to many rural organisations and activities including the famous Stirling bi-annual bull sales.…
Read MoreAn engrossing tribute to the River Truim
This is a meandering love letter comprised of thoughts, anecdotes, recollections and folklore, both those passed down through generations and those still unfolding. Terence Clifford-Amos follows in the footsteps of John Inglis Hall’s beloved book about the River Truim, How to Fish in a Highland Stream. You can feel the regard that Clifford-Amos holds for…
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