Posts by Rosie Morton
Outlander star receives honorary degree from Stirling
Award-winning Scots actor Sam Heughan, best known for playing the lead role in hit television show Outlander, has spoken of his delight after receiving an honorary degree from the University of Stirling. The 39-year-old star was recognised for his outstanding contribution to acting and charitable endeavours, and commented that he was ‘thrilled’ by the accolade,…
Read MoreDesign Exhibition Scotland returns at Lyon & Turnbull
Design Exhibition Scotland is returning for its second year at Lyon & Turnbull in celebration of exceptional objects for the everyday. A pioneering project, championing design excellence and exploration in contemporary furniture and functional objects, more than 30 designers and artists will be shown. All are exploring ways design can enhance the way we live…
Read MoreJodhpur Jeans are a must-have for your summer wardrobe
In my experience, finding a good pair of jeans can be as tricky as asking a colleague to make you the ‘perfect’ cup of tea. (Very strong Scottish Blend, piping hot with lots of milk, if you’re wondering). With all our different tastes, shapes and styles, it has always seemed to me that clothes are…
Read MoreBeer and music festival comes to South Queensferry
The Ferry Fest is returning to South Queensferry after hosting a record number of visitors last year. On Saturday 29 June, the hotly anticipated festival is set to stage an even bigger event than before. The organisers at Ferry Brewery hope to maintain their title as the area’s largest outdoor beer and music festival. The…
Read MoreHeavenly retreat at Macdonald Pittodrie House
There is something utterly enchanting about an escape to the countryside; and although it might sound like the opening scenes to a Jane Austen novel, we really did have an idyllic start to our weekend retreat. Making our way down a winding driveway, seeing the dappled sunshine through the trees and listening to the gentle…
Read MoreA scrumptious day out at the 20th Taste of Grampian
When we were growing up, sibling rivalry reached its peak at dinner time. The familiar cry, ‘tea’s ready’, marked the beginning of an unspoken race – a sprint to the table for the biggest helpings of Mum and Dad’s cooking, especially when there was a tasty bit of Aberdeen Angus beef on offer. Bringing those…
Read MoreIt’s crunch time for BBC Scotland’s Home of the Year
The final episode of Scotland’s Home of the Year 2019 will be aired on Wednesday 29 May at 8pm on BBC Scotland. After a spectacular series, it’s finally crunch time for the judges. Coming together in an hour-long special, they will consider all seven finalists and reveal Scotland’s Home of the Year. The seven home…
Read MoreRenowned percussionist Colin Currie to give masterclass
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, in partnership with St Mary’s Music School, has announced that world-renowned percussionist Colin Currie will be hosting a masterclass. Hailed as ‘the world’s finest and most daring percussionist’, Colin Currie is a solo and chamber artist. The event is designed to inspire musicians, teachers and percussion enthusiasts of all ages…
Read MoreFred Berkmiller promotes growing your own salad
A leading chef-patron is encouraging Scots to grow their own salad at home. Fred Berkmiller, from l’escargot bleu, l’escargot blanc and Bar a Vin, met up with our Scottish Field photographer Angus Blackburn in the hope of inspiring Scots to set aside a patch in their gardens for growing their own salad leaves. ‘You just…
Read MoreIan Rankin donates archives to National Library of Scotland
The UK’s biggest-selling crime novelist Ian Rankin has donated his literary archive to the National Library of Scotland. Often cited as the ‘godfather of tartan noir’, Ian Rankin’s work has resonated with millions throughout the world, his novels having been translated into 36 languages. Totally around 50 boxes of material, which in shelving terms is…
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