Posts by Kenny Smith
No fuss mash in seven different flavours from Scots farm
A potato farming family has created a range of fresh no-fuss mash available to buy direct from their farm on Scotland’s East Coast. This spring, the Stirlings at Upper Dysart Farm near Montrose are launching a series of nourishing, guilt-free convenience vegetable side dishes, grown, cooked and packed on their farm. With emphasis on the…
Read MoreA Ray of light for new Scottish Dance Theatre work
Scottish Dance Theatre kick off their spring 2022 season with the world premiere of brand-new commission, Ray. The latest creation by Brussels-based choreographer Meytal Blanaru, Ray explores the phenomena of Emergence. It ventures on a quest for a deep, collective, shared physical experience, one that tries to bridge between bodies and sweep people far beyond…
Read MoreFull guest list revealed for Boswell Book Festival
The world’s only book festival dedicated to biography and memoir returns live to Dumfries House from 13-15 May 2022. Named in honour of the great biographer James Boswell, the first festival was in 2011. Following the success of last year’s online festival with guests and audiences from around the globe many of this year’s events…
Read MoreAddressing the worries people have about rewilding
Rewilding has recently generated more media interest than ever before, with the heightened focus on nature recovery following COP26. And there is widespread recognition that Scotland has become one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world. According to a recent poll carried out by YouGov, 77% of Scots support rewilding – the large-scale recovery…
Read MoreBurrell Collection reopens after major refurbishment
The Burrell Collection in Glasgow has opened to the public today after a major refurbishment, the charity Glasgow Life has confirmed. The A-listed home of The Burrell Collection in Pollok Country Park is now a modern, greener museum that will show more of the Collection to visitors and give access to over a third more…
Read MoreSpeyside Distillers launches artist trio of single malts
A trio of limited edition single malts has been launched by a multi-award-winning Speyside distillery to celebrate the arrival of spring, each featuring specifically commissioned artwork. Speyside Distillery, operated by Speyside Distillers, has announced the limited edition Speyside’s Artist Trio in conjunction with artist-in-residence, Joanna McDonough. The packaging and bottles will feature artwork that reflects…
Read MoreA little blast of Hairspray will have you smiling all day
If you’ve been to see a musical on stage, and you’re still singing its final number most than 12 hours later, the chances are, you’ve had a damned good night out. So, the tune in my head? It’s You Can’t Stop The Beat, the closing number from the entirely fabulous Hairspray – The Musical. Based…
Read More10 minute chestnut salad is great for those in a rush
Sometimes, we don’t always have time to prepare a huge meal, so our recipe of the day is so handy for thise in a rush. Merchant Gourmet – the plant-based pulses and grains brand – has a delicious spread of plant-based tasty recipes. Today, we present a recipe for a 10 minute chestnut salad. Click…
Read MoreA new Scottish oatmeal stout has been launched
Inveralmond Brewery has launched Ossian Oatmeal Stout, a high quality, contemporary oatmeal stout, brewed in the heart of Scotland. Deep black in colour with a rich creamy head, Ossian Oatmeal Stout is a 4.1% brew that offers the perfect stout experience. Classic aromas of sweet malt, coffee and cocoa are evident and the flavour is…
Read MoreSearch for honey, breads, crafts and dairy champions
The Royal Highland Show is calling upon producers from across Scotland to apply for the 2022 Scottish Handcrafts, Bread, Honey, and Dairy Championships. Entries are now open. The Championships are judged across an extensive range of categories and recognise excellence in Scottish produce. They are judged in advance by a panel of experienced industry experts…
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