Kirkcudbright to host a showcase art weekend

Artists and environmentalists are to join forces to boost Kirkcudbright’s profile. Kirkcudbright Artists’ Town – Past and Present will run from Friday 20 – Sunday 22 March, to give a unique insight into the lives and works of some of the artists who have made this picturesque town their home, past and present. The venture,…

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More than £90,000 raised in one night for education trust

Scotland’s countryside education charity, RHET, held its first-ever gala dinner and auction at the Royal Highland Centre and raised in excess of £90k, with further pledges still being received. More than 450 people enjoyed a three-course meal of Scottish produce, comedy from Jim Smith and a fast-paced auction which included over 90 fantastic prizes donated…

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Nick Nairn returns to Stirlingshire with new eaterie

Nick Nairn is returning home to Stirlingshire, to open a new restaurant with his wife Julia. Nick’s on Henderson Street will open on 28 February in Bridge of Allan, Stirlingshire. Set on the town’s main street, which is proudly dominated by independent shops and cafés, Nick’s on Henderson Street will be a family-friendly restaurant. Serving…

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Floating hotel sails into top food and drink award shortlist

One of Edinburgh’s most iconic luxury hotels has been shortlisted for a top national food and drink award only one year after opening. Fingal, which is berthed in Edinburgh’s historic Port of Leith, has been shortlisted in the prestigious Best Hotel category as part of the GQ Food & Drink Awards 2020. Open to non-residents…

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Scottish Rural Awards 2020 tickets are available

The Scottish Rural Awards 2020 take place in early April – and tickets are on sale now. The sixth Scottish Rural Awards and gala dinner will take place on Thursday, 2 April, and tickets are now on sale. Tickets are priced from £94.50 to £105 each, and can be bought HERE. We will announce the…

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Festival will mark all that’s great in current jazz

Aberdeen’s Jazz Festival is the city’s opportunity to celebrate all that’s great in jazz in 2020, from classic to cool to contemporary. Over 11 days, the festival presents over 50 bands travelling far and wide across the styles – all around jazz: from trad to swing to bop to cutting edge, and into related musics…

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Food for thought as restaurant general manager

The food and drink industry in Scotland is booming, with an unprecedented number of high quality, acclaimed places to eat across the land. One of Glasgow’s dining gems is the Eusebi Deli, which is owned by Giovanna Eusebi, offering an authentic taste of Italy in the heart of the city’s West End using the best…

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Free events for those working in the game industry

Free events are set to take place in Scotland, aimed at gamekeepers, rearers, game dealers and shoot owners. Run by St David’s Game Bird Services, the evenings will include talks from leading vets from the practice providing local disease updates and advice for the season ahead. In attendance will also be representatives from the British…

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The Scot known as the Mother of Japanese Whisky

A new exhibition blending whisky, wonder and globe-trotting romance opens soon in the town where the legendary tale began. Love & Whisky – The Story of Rita Cowan and Masataka Taketsuru – is being hosted by the Auld Kirk Museum in Kirkintilloch from 22 February to 14 March 2020. The exhibition focuses on an intoxicating…

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Feed your soul with a slow-grown Scottish chicken

When it comes to a roast chicken dinner, buying Scottish and choosing a slow-grown bird will satisfy more than your stomach. Roast chicken used to be a luxury enjoyed in the Easter holidays or a treat at the weekend. Some of the older generation may remember seeing chickens slaughtered in the backyard for a particular…

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