Posts by Kenny Smith
Four Scots courses in top 10 most Instagrammable
Four Scottish golf courses have been named as the most Instagrammable in the UK. New research from Jura Watches has revealed the most Instagrammable golf clubs in the UK, having based their findings on the most hashtags from each course. But incredibly, there’s no sign of the home of golf, St Andrews! Scottish Field reckons…
Read MoreExcitement at art fair’s return with colourful array
A colourful array of 74 artists, makers, galleries, studios and collectives has been unveiled for this year’s Borders Art Fair (BAF). Many like glassmaker Julia Linstead of Coldstream, Berwickshire, are from towns and villages in The Borders, but others are based elsewhere in Scotland and northern England such as Christine Clark from Edinburgh. BAF had…
Read MoreJohn Bellany oils going to auction in Glasgow
A collection of paintings of the Italian town of Barga by one of Scotland’s finest and most important post war artists is attracting interest ahead of an auction of Scottish contemporary art in Glasgow next week. The four ‘Barga’ works by John Bellany (1942-2013) were painted after the late artist bought a house in the…
Read MoreMichelin-star restaurant owners plan new venture
The co-owners of Michelin starred Cail Bruich, Brett and Epicures are set to open a new seafood restaurant, Shucks. Its doors will open this spring, in partnership with leading hospitality investor and itison founder, Oli Norman. Shucks will be a relaxed 80-cover seafood restaurant, bar, and outdoor terrace, located in Hyndland in the heart of…
Read MoreThe country’s favourite pancake toppings revealed
Shrove Tuesday here – and we hope you’ve got your batter, frying pan and amateur pancake flipping skills at the ready – but most importantly, the toppings. Whether you like your pancakes smothered in Nutella, or you prefer the classic Lemon and Sugar, deciding can be a ‘toss up’ with so many toppings to choose…
Read MoreCreativity in the UK ready to be Unboxed in Scotland
Creativity in the UK, a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of creativity taking place across the UK in 2022, launches today, 1 March, with About Us. This is a spectacular, free open-air event created by 59 Productions, The Poetry Society and Stemettes exploring 13.8 billion years of history through the infinite ways in which humans are connected to…
Read MoreChef Tony Singh creates a new range of beers
Scottish celebrity chef Tony Singh has announced the launch of a range of beers working in collaboration with Scottish Brewery of the Year, Fierce Beer. As one of the UK’s best loved chefs, renowned for his lively personality, this is Tony’s first foray into the drinks market. Kicking off with Indian Lager infused with cardamom…
Read MoreThe mystery of Scotland’s anthrax island
A new documentary reveals an astonishing story of deadly bacteria, biological warfare, and a shady protest group – all played out around an unassuming small Scottish Island. Gruinard Island, just a few miles off the coast of Wester Ross, was taken over during the Second World War by government scientists from the MoD’s Porton Down…
Read MoreBailey’s apple pie pancakes are the perfect treat
A stack of delicious Bailey’s Apple Pie Pancakes will have you wishing everyday was pancake day! The Bottle Club have put together the best flippin’ pancake recipe we could come up with. Pun intended. Bailey’s Irish Cream is a go-to for many boozy desserts and sweet treats. In fact, we can’t think of a single…
Read MoreNew campaign launched by Glasgow’s hospitality scene
A new hospitality-led food and drink campaign has been launched today to attract visitors back into Glasgow and support incredible independents across the city. #MadeInGlasgow – a three month initiative running from 1 March until 3t May, is backed by almost 50 of the city’s best bars, restaurants, unique venues and makers, showcasing monthly themes…
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