Posts Tagged ‘Christmas’
Bake Off winner rises to the occasion with new partnership
One of Scotland’s leading homelessness charities, Social Bite, has teamed up with 2020 Great British Bake Off winner and Edinburgh local Peter Sawkins to create a limited edition brownie box as part of its Boxes of Joy delivery service. Peter’s tasty creation officially launched on 29 October and contains four brownies in two delicious new…
Read MoreMackie’s relaunches its chocolate bars
One of Scotland’s top food brands is re-launching their chocolate range with new look packaging to build on the success of its best ever year of chocolate sales. Mackie’s of Scotland have recorded over 700,000 chocolate bar sales so far this year which resulted in an 8% growth compared to the previous year. The best-selling…
Read MoreEdinburgh unveils its plans for Christmas joy
Edinburgh’s Christmas is back and set to bring festive cheer to the heart of the city. This year sees the return of the city’s much-loved Christmas ice rink, sponsored by Lidl GB and partnered by Essential Edinburgh, in its new home on George Street. The firm favourite will include a first for Edinburgh’s Christmas, skate…
Read MoreBeloved books are given a new Scottish twist
Two beloved children’s books have been translated into Scots for the first time. A Bad Beginning is the first in the bestselling 13-part A Series of Unfortunate Events series by Lemony Snicket while award-winning author Matt Haig’s 2015 novel, A Boy Called Christmas, has also been given a new twist by Black & White Publishing.…
Read MoreScotland’s first female-centric bookshop is a hit
Rare Birds Books has launched Scotland’s first female-centric bookshop in the heart of Edinburgh. In a bold move that saw the globally beloved book club show resilience and innovation in a time of retail uncertainty, founder Rachel Wood welcomed over 1500 visitors into the shop over the first trading weekend. Opened last month, at 13…
Read MoreA good read that’s definitely up to par
Know someone with an enviable handicap? Add this to their list of Christmas presents. Showcasing 14 of the most beautiful links courses in Scotland including Turnberry, Carnoustie and the much-loved Old Course, a stunning collection of photos (including drone shots of each hole) feature alongside interesting historical factoids of each location. It reminds you of…
Read MoreBook shop’s fundraiser to stay open raises £48,000+
A Scottish bookshop which faced closure last week is on the brink of a bright future after the support of hundreds of people, including Scots writers Ian Rankin and Christopher Brookmyre. Pre-loved publications shop Guid Reads, on Stirling Street, Alva, in Clackmannanshire, feared the worst after its landlord announced his imminent retiral. In a panic,…
Read MoreGlorious facial treatment is the great escape
Having a facial has always been a rare treat and after months of being unable to enjoy a wee pampering session, taking the short drive to Linlithgow to visit Escape Medispa saw my excitement levels akin to that of a pre-schooler on Christmas Eve. The spa opened up in May and is easy to locate.…
Read MoreSearching for Scotland’s most kind people
Do you know someone who deserves the nation’s thanks? A person or group that has gone above and beyond to help others within their local community during 2021? If so, we want to hear from you as Jackie Bird returns with Scotland’s People 2021. Following on from its first outing last Christmas, BBC Scotland has…
Read MoreNine new works ready for the Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Pitlochry Festival Theatre is to premiere A Night by the River Tay, nine new works from some of Scotland’s best known playwrights. Starting on Wednesday 14 July and performing on just 10 dates over five weeks, Pitlochry Festival Theatre will premiere A Night by the River Tay, a series of live performances of their hugely…
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