Posts Tagged ‘family’
Ardkinglas: The Biography of a Highland Estate
In her third book, Ardkinglas: The Biography of a Highland Estate, Christina Noble returns home to explore her roots. The story begins in 1905, when the estate she grew up on was built, and travels to the present. Her gained perspective grants her narration a bittersweet wisdom, but her love of the estate infects the…
Read MoreA tasty dessert to perk up your mouth
Tim and Anna Dover, the husband and wife team behind The Roost restaurant, are content with what they have in Bridge of Earn. But Tim assures me that he’s always looking to up his offering. He has been inspired by the Nordic style of cuisine during a recent trip to Copenhagen. Tim is now making…
Read MoreFamily history and the story of a beautiful home
In this gorgeous book written by the current Duke of Buccleuch, the true beauty of the Bowhill House and the intriguing history of the family that lives there is described not just through words, but in stunning photography and artwork. The book explores the part Bowhill house played in history, from the people who lived…
Read MoreScots prefer to save than spend their money
Money savvy Scots are more likely to save their spare money after they’ve paid their bills than treat themselves, a recent survey poll has revealed. The study, carried out by Vanquis Bank revealed that 37% of Scots who took part favored saving their money for the future whereas only 12% said they would use their…
Read MoreThe true story of a life with pine martens
A Richness of Martens is a personal and heartwarming story, as Polly Pullar describes how her love of nature developed throughout a childhood spent in the remote wilds, and does so through the remarkable tale of a family of pine martens. Originally from Cheshire, Pullar moved to the Ardnamurchan peninsula when she was just seven…
Read MoreIt’s obvious why Crolla’s is a huge local favourite
Set in the beautifully light courtyard building which used to be The Glasshouse, Crolla’s Italian Kitchen is a family-run Italian restaurant has become a firm local favourite. There is a whole range of pizza and pasta options, but then there are also huge numbers of authentic Italian dishes too, including the usual suspects (veal Milanese, etc)…
Read MoreYou won’t be disappointed when you dine at Gigi’s
Run by mother and son team Marisa and Luigi Pia, Gigi’s, is a fantastic Italian restaurant near Dalkeith and Rosslyn Chapel. Mobbed by locals since it opened in 2011, it is stylish yet relaxed and friendly, and everything you need from a good-value neighbourhood restaurant. Large, noisy, child-friendly and invariably full-to-bursting, it’s one for family…
Read MoreScots want to see more of their family and friends
People living in Scotland are among the most sociable in the UK, according to recent a poll. A survey of 2000 people in the UK carried out on behalf of National Express Coach, asked how often respondents visited friends and family living in another city or region, whether they wanted to visit them less or…
Read MoreCelebrate the summer with this strawberry recipe
Summer and strawberries; it’s a match made in heaven. Nothing says British summer-time more than sitting back with a glass of something bubbly, whilst enjoying some delicious, British-grown strawberries. Courtesy of our friends at Scottish-bred AVA Strawberries, we have a fantastic dessert recipes that is sure to be a hit. AVA strawberries offer the best…
Read MoreA lifetime of events brought together in one album
This Has Been Me Since Yesterday is the culmination of a lifetime’s song writing for Glaswegian, Alex Weir and with more accessible recording technology now available, the 77-year-old has been able to create a fine album of his songs which at the time of writing were not intended for public release. How lucky we are…
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