Posts Tagged ‘live’
Supporters braved the cold for charity sleep out
One hundred supporters of homelessness charity the Rock Trust slept out in Edinburgh’s St Andrew Square Gardens with nothing but cardboard and sleeping bags as temperatures dropped to 1˚C. The charity’s 25th Sleep Out event was all to raise funds and awareness for their youth homelessness campaign and services across Scotland. Before sleeping out supporters…
Read MoreThe perfect intro to ballet for the little ones
Scottish Ballet is set to present a specially adapted wee version of a big ballet. Wee Hansel & Gretel will open at the Theatre Royal in Glasgow from 1 –3 November; a family favourite aimed at 3-8-year-olds, and a perfect production for young people to discover the magic of ballet. Join Hansel & Gretel as…
Read MoreUnique creations come to heart of the capital
An artistanal event bringing real products made by real people to Edinburgh is taking place next month. Lolli-popup is a unique pre-Christmas shopping event, launching at White Stuff on George Street this November. Lolli-popup is the brainchild of Edinburgh designer-makers Myer Halliday and Rebecca Wilson. It was borne out of a need to address a…
Read MorePoached pear, bramble tart and lemon sorbert
There’s a growing demand in Scotland for produce that has been sourced in local areas. Kinloch House chef Steve McCallum, located near Blairgowrie in Perthshire, is a keen supporter of that. In recent years, Steve has noticed how people’s palates have changed, as has the preparation of the food. ‘Wild produce has always been there…
Read MoreEdinburgh Gin hoping business really takes off
Edinburgh Gin is looking to be a real high flyer in the coming weeks. Ian Macleod Distillers unveils its new Edinburgh Gin Do Your Gin Thing concept in global travel retail, with a six week-long activation at Glasgow International Airport, enabling travellers to sample its range of gins and gin liqueurs and secure a premium…
Read MoreEarly bird tickets for Argyll’s biggest party
Early bird tickets for Argyll’s biggest outdoor music concert, are to go on sale on Saturday November 10. Oban Live, started in 2016 by one of Scotland’s finest musical exports Skerryvore, takes place on June 7 and 8 next year at Mossfield Stadium in Oban, Argyll, on the west coast of Scotland. The highly anticipated…
Read MoreGleneagles Hotel jazzes it up with musical team
It’s a partnership that takes one of the world’s leading luxury hotels back to its jazz era roots — while playing a key part in nurturing young musicians in Scotland. Five rising stars on the UK jazz scene, all students of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS), will shine in front of an international audience…
Read MoreTattoo goes from Scotland to the big screen
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is one of the most famous attractions in Scotland each August – and now it is being taken to the world. Audiences in Australia, New Zealand and Canada will have the opportunity to enjoy the experience of this year’s Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo as the business announces a new deal…
Read MoreE-type Jaguar charity drive raises thousands
A charity drive featuring classic E-type Jaguars has raised tens of thousands of pounds. The third annual Round Britain Coastal Drive, organised by the Jaguar E-type Club, successfully concluded after 19 days and 4000 miles, which included stops in Ross and Cromarty, Sutherland, Ayrshire, Inverness, Dundee and Angus, and Edinburgh. Having raised £150,000 for leading…
Read MoreCelebrate World Pasta Day with this tasty dish
In Scotland, we love our pasta – and today’s the ideal day to celebrate it as it’s World Pasta Day. October is National Pasta Month, and our love affair with the traditional Italian cuisine is stronger than ever. Thankfully, in the heart of Glasgow’s West End, there is an authentic Italian restaurant showcasing exactly what…
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