Posts Tagged ‘production’
The average whisky drinker isn’t who you’d expect
The profile of the modern-day whisky drinker has been revealed and – despite what you might think – it’s not an older person from Scotland. UK-wide research from YouGov reveals our palates are refined enough to appreciate Scotland’s national spirit earlier than you might expect, with 84% of UK whisky drinkers stating that they started…
Read MoreTV’s Sean Batty gets into the festive spirit
STV weatherman Sean Batty is to celebrates his favourite season of the year, by embarking on a scenic journey across Scotland as preparations for the holidays get underway. In Sean’s Festive Scotland, airing at 7.30pm on Tuesday 17 December on STV, viewers will the presenter as he travels across the country meeting the people and…
Read MoreFollow their train of thought in new documentary
The lives of Scots rail passengers feature in a new TV documentary. Part of BBC Scotland’s Modern Lives series, Brief Encounters captures a range of remarkably frank and entertaining conversations as rail passengers share their experiences of life and the views of the world they see out of the window. The conversations in Brief Encounters…
Read MoreSustainable gifts for lovers of the outdoors
Ethical shopping is high on many a wish list, but it can be tricky knowing where to start. Innerleithen-based, award-winning activewear clothing brand FINDRA puts sustainability at the heart of what it does all year round, resulting in gift ideas at this time of year for outdoor lovers that are as kind to the planet…
Read MoreWhat is The Ideal Scotsman in the 21st century?
A new documentary is to look at what makes The Ideal Scotsman. In this new documentary, writer and cook Rachel McCormack takes a trip into the psyche of the Scottish male and poses the question ‘what makes the ideal Scotsman these days?’ Along the way, she explores the changing face of Scottish masculinity, as the…
Read MoreGroundbreaking steps to restore Rosebank
Ground has officially been broken this week at the Rosebank Distillery, marking the start of its highly anticipated redevelopment under new owners, Ian Macleod Distillers. The extensive, multi-million pound restoration, carried out by ISG, is expected to be completed in summer 2021, when the iconic Falkirk distillery will open its doors to the public and…
Read MoreGlen Moray Distillery gets ready to star on TV
The team at Glen Moray Distillery in Speyside are getting ready to become TV stars. They welcomed The Three Drinkers to film part of their second series at the distillery earlier this year. Airing the first week of December on Amazon Prime TV, the series focuses on a journey of discovery through Scotland, exploring the…
Read MoreArran Brewery begins cider production
The Arran Brewery has started its first commercial cider production. The brewing it takes place at its Loch Earn Brewery site in St Fillans, Perthshire. The cider will be made in 1000 litre batches the first of which is now fermenting well. Gerald Michaluk, managing director, said: ‘I am very happy to see the site…
Read MoreAnything Goes for Glenalmond College pupils
A West Highland Terrier named Lottie has been offering support to Glenalmond College pupils and joining in with rehearsals for the school’s senior musical Anything Goes which will be staged at the end of this month. The friendly terrier has been enjoying accompanying her owner, Glenalmond’s musical director Tim Ridley, and the 34-strong cast during…
Read MoreMore than 7000 watched Samhuinn Fire Festival
Thousands gathered to watch winter triumph over summer last night at the immersive Samhuinn Fire Festival in Edinburgh’s city centre. A crowd of more than 7,000 climbed Calton Hill to see 250 volunteers re-imagine the Celtic New Year with a modern twist. Performers embellished the traditional holiday with fire spinning, drumming, acrobatics and interactive theatre,…
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