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Ripping up the rulebook with a life less ordinary

The unconventional life of Laurence Oliphant took him from priviliged son of the British Empire via mysticism to Zionist pioneer. Seldom has there been a...
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Food for thought with 10 items of traditional Scottish fayre

If you think of traditional Scottish fayre, the chances are you'll think of haggis and oatcakes. But there's far more to Scottish cuisine –and there's...

Scots author’s exciting fantasy novel

This supernatural fantasy novel for young adults tells the story of Maggie, a girl with supernatural powers, who is sent to fight a coven of...
Richard Wemyss (white shirt) and Ellie Deas from the Cellardyke Sea Queen Festival join composer and instrument maker Graeme Leak to turn beach rubbish into musical instruments (Photo: East Neuk Festival)

From Beethoven to beach cleans: East Neuk Festival is Back

Scotland’s East Neuk Festival is to return later this year.  From Wednesday 1 July – Sunday 5 July, with an eclectic range of concerts and...

The March 2020 edition of Scottish Field is out now

The March 2020 edition of Scottish Field is now available. In this packed issue, we head to the Borders. We meet Melrose teacher Tom Rawson...

This is a book that might float your boat

Essex born David Christie, moved to Callander, Central Scotland, in the early 70s, which is when his fascination with The Caledonian MacBrayne fleet of car...

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A dram with Stewart Walker, Fettercairn Distillery: ‘All whiskies have a home, there’s a whisky for everyone’

Steeped in a rich history and aged finely like the golden spirit it distils, Fettercairn Distillery has seen a lot of change through the years....
Michael Henry, Master Blender at Loch Lomond Group

Loch Lomond Group’s Master Blender awarded prestigious Keeper of the Quaich

Loch Lomond Group’s Master Blender, Michael Henry, has been awarded a prestigious Keeper of the Quaich. Michael has led the whisky blending team at the...
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Rosebank Distillery introduces rare cask from 1990 for global travellers

Rosebank Distillery has introduced an extremely rare single cask from 1990 for global travellers.  Rich and fruity, the 33-year-old is the perfect expression of the...
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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: Scotch Whisky Experience, Edinburgh

The Scotch Whisky Experience sits in a prominent spot on the Royal Mile, a landmark in itself inviting tourists to discover the world of whisky...
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Former walled garden with links to Robert Burns and Winston Churchill to be brought back to life as distillery

A former walled garden within an historic estate with links to Robert Burns and Winston Churchill could soon be brought back to life as a...

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