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Review: The Court restaurant opens in the new look Caledonian Edinburgh Hotel

The Caledonian Edinburgh, or The Caley as it’s known to you and I, has been undergoing something of a transformation. And as part of a...
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Scottish star Ewan McGregor gifted cask of Lagg Single Malt

Lagg Distillery on The Isle of Arran have gifted renowned Scottish actor Ewan McGregor his very own cask of Lagg Single Malt. The team at...
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Review: The Alchemist, Patron tequila experience

If you either like tequila, or don’t know whether you like tequila, I’d heartily recommend the weekly tasting session at Patron Parlour in The Alchemist...
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Producer’s Corner: Ross Main, Main’s Apiaries

As a child Ross Main loved helping his gamekeeper grandfather tend to his beehives.  With no protective gear, it was often a daunting experience, but...
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Review: An Autumnal Feast Night with Ballintaggart Farm

Rosie Morton was in for a treat when she headed for Ballintaggart’s Autumnal Feast Night in collaboration with the Isle of Harris Distillery... There it...
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Sail into Christmas with new Festive Afternoon Tea aboard Scotland’s luxury floating hotel

Scotland’s only five-star luxury floating hotel will be adding some festive magic to one of Edinburgh’s ultimate afternoon tea experiences. Permanently berthed in Edinburgh’s historic...


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Tiny home microbakery wins title of ‘Scotland’s Best Croissant’

A small home-based microbakery in Glasgow has won the title of Scotland's Best Croissant. Run by Rebecca Slade, Maple Leaf Bakery has built a loyal following...
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Review: Sotto, Edinburgh

Nothing epitomises the upturn in Stockbridge's fortunes like the arrival of stylish Italian enoteca-trattoria Sotto, says Richard Bath It's all change in Stockbridge, within living...
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Review: Margo, Glasgow

Richard Bath road tests the new restaurant from the team behind Ka Pao and Ox & Finch, and comes away deeply impressed.   When I...
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UK Michelin Guide ceremony to be held in Glasgow for the first time

The Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2025 launch ceremony will be hosted in Glasgow for the first time ever next year. Scotland punches above...
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Review: The Loveable Rogue, Strathbungo

Ellie Forbes heads to Glasgow's coolest neighbourhood to try out its newest resident, The Loveable Rogue.   Strathbungo was recently named one of the coolest...
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Review: The Inn at Loch Tummel

Richard Bath savours a Sunday lunch as it’s meant to be at picturesque coaching inn The Inn At Loch Tummel.   One of the most...
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Spirit of Speyside: One of the world’s largest whisky festivals launches preview of 2024 events

One of the world’s largest whisky festivals will celebrate its 25th anniversary this year, as its programme of events was launched. The Spirit of Speyside...
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Superb Scottish whiskies for Burns Night celebrations

We take a look at some superb Scottish whiskies you can enjoy for your Burns Night celebrations.   Tomatin – 12 Year Old single malt...
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Michelin Star Timberyard team launch new Edinburgh restaurant and wine bar

The team behind the Michelin Star restaurant Timberyard in Edinburgh has announced plans to open a new restaurant. Owned and operated by the Radford family...
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Palace of Holyroodhouse launches first gin infused with herbs from historical garden

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Scottish seat of the Royal Family, has launched its first gin - infused with herbs from the historical garden. The...
The Scotch whisky industry brought £7.1bn into the UK economy in 2022. A new report by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) also reveals the industry supports 66,000 jobs across the UK, of which 41,000 are in Scotland. The Scotch Whisky industry is now responsible for generating £3 in every £100 of Scotland’s total Gross Value Added (GVA), and is the second most productive sector in Scotland, ranked just behind energy including renewables. 'The Scotch Whisky industry has once again proven its economic significance to the UK domestically and on the world stage, and these figures highlight the importance of backing a key sector for productivity, exports and employment,' said Mark Kent, Chief Executive of the SWA. 'The past five years have been turbulent for our sector, as we faced retaliatory tariffs in the United States, in addition to the global pandemic and the knock-on economic pressures. 'The Scotch Whisky industry has remained resilient, with capital investment directed towards fulfilling our collective sustainability ambitions, creating world-class visitor attractions, and building more distilleries that will help boost jobs and growth. 'Ahead of the UK Spring Budget on 6 March and this year’s General Election, it is vital that the industry is supported by government so that businesses can continue to invest in the UK economy.' The report found that 75% of the total GVA of the Scotch Whisky industry is generated in Scotland, equal to £5.3bn annually – helped by legislation that requires all Scotch Whisky to be distilled and matured for at least three years in Scotland, and all Single Malt Scotch whisky to be bottled in Scotland. The report also found that the industry performs a crucial role in driving productivity across Scotland. The manufacturing of beverages in Scotland – dominated by Scotch – produces £273,000 GVA per employee.

Whisky galore: Scotch whisky industry brings £7.1bn into UK economy

The Scotch whisky industry brought £7.1bn into the UK economy in 2022. A new report by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) also reveals the industry...
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SUSHISAMBA: The W Hotel serves up a night to remember

There is something to be said for fusion cuisine. Of course, I’m not talking about midnight fridge raids that result in a state of fusion...
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