Posts Tagged ‘Borders’
Firm announces new Scottish Borders office in Melrose
Global property consultancy Knight Frank has announced the relocation of its Lauder office to a new branch in Melrose. James Denne, partner and head of the Knight Frank Lauder office, relocated with his team on 31 August. James joined Knight Frank in 1998 and has exceptional experience across the Scottish Borders. His career in the…
Read MoreThey’re knitting bears to help children in trauma
A close knit team have teamed up with Police Scotland to create cuddly toys to help youngsters bear with traumatic events. Trauma Teddies, which will be kept in police cars around the country and given to distressed children, have been knitted by three talented tenants from Bield’s Whitehill Lodge in Dalkeith. Over the last few…
Read MoreHonouring those in the Scottish farming industry
Scotland’s traditional industry of working the land is still alive and kicking in the 21st century. The Scottish Rural Awards is looking to reward those who put in the hours in the agricultural sector. Open to all agricultural businesses, the agriculture category aims to highlight the importance of farming and associated industries in rural Scotland.…
Read MoreHunt for businesses who do their bit for conservation
Scottish businesses know how important the environment is to us all – and we’re looking to hear from the best of them. The Scottish Rural Awards is looking for nominations for the 2019 competition in all of its categories, and today, we highlight the Conservation and Environment sector. The Scottish Rural Awards takes a realistic…
Read MoreRecipe gives a new meaning to sole food
The Firebrick Brasserie in the Scottish Borders prides itself on having a stylish, yet family-friendly atmosphere and good quality, affordable food. It is run by culinary duo David Haetzman and Amanda Jordan, who have lived in Lauder with their three children for the last 12 years. The Brasserie really is a family affair, with David…
Read MoreBreathing new life into a former parish church
Set amongst the pretty chocolate box houses of Fordyce in Aberdeenshire is a Church of Scotland parish church, which closed in 2012 because it was feared the dilapidated bellecot would collapse on parishioners one day. In 2014, having sold their successful B&B business in Buckie with the intention of moving to the Scottish Borders, Alison…
Read MoreMango pana cotta is such a delicious dessert
The Firebrick Brasserie in the Scottish Borders has won itself plenty of acclaim in its short life. Based on Lauder, it is owned by David Haetzman and Amanda Jordan have lived there with their three children for the last 14 years. In 2015, Firebrick was voted best new restaurant at the Born in the Borders…
Read MoreMaking pigeon en croûte has never been easier
Using only the best local produce, David Haetzman’s Borders restaurant Firebrick Brasserie has a reputation for excellence. Culinary duo David Haetzman and Amanda Jordan have lived in Lauder with their three children for the last 12 years. David has been head chef at some of Edinburgh‘s top restaurants, including The Tower and Kyloe in The…
Read MoreBridge between Scotland and England set for closures
A historic bridge linking Scotland with England is to close for up to 10 weeks. The series of closures of the iconic Union Chain Bridge will be taking place as further progress is made on the second round National Lottery bid. The closure, which will be intermittent, begins on Monday 10 September and runs from…
Read MoreDedicated Tracey’s dinners are top of the menu
When we think back to school dinners, we often think of stodgy custard and burnt mince. That’s definitely not what’s being served up by Tracey Biggs, who has just won the School Cook of the Year title. Tracey, who works at Galashiels Academy, picked up the Shonour at a ceremony in Glasgow. Tracey, who is…
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