Review: The Seafood Ristorante, St Andrews

Chief Sub-Editor Rosie Morton returns to St Andrews in celebration of The Seafood Ristorante’s 20th anniversary St Andrews speaks to the heart of so many. And as I gazed out the window of The Seafood Ristorante onto West Sands’ dancing waves, I was reminded of why it is held so dear in mine. It’s a…

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Review: Sushisamba Afternoon Tea, Edinburgh

Chief Sub-Editor Rosie Morton takes tea in the lofty heights of SUSHISAMBA, a fusion restaurant on the tenth floor of the capital’s W Edinburgh hotel It’s the end of February and we are officially in seasonal limbo. Beside me, a bunch of daffodils bravely arch their heads towards the window. Outside, it’s blowing a hoolie…

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Scotland Through A Lens: Golden Hour with Phil Wilkinson

For Phil Wilkinson it’s all about the light of golden hour, that glorious period of the day shortly after sunrise or before sunset when the orange hues create picture perfect conditions.   I started taking an interest in photography as a teenager when I studied A-Level photography at college in Lincolnshire where I grew up.…

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Scotland Through A Lens: John Cuthbert’s winter wonders

John Cuthbert’s lifelong passion for photography may have begun as a child, but he still finds himself captivated by Scotland’s vast beauty.   My photographic journey began by admiring black and white printed images in old style photograph albums as a child way back in the late sixties. My father was a keen amateur photographer…

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Whisky firm Aceo appoints its first chief executive

A leading independent whisky bottler and cask management specialist has appointed its first chief executive officer. Aceo Limited, an Edinburgh-based firm established 25 years ago, has revealed George McNeil – former managing director of retail at cashmere brand Johnstons of Elgin – in the post. The highly-respected luxury goods expert has been charged with the…

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Learn To Play: Lessons from Dalmahoy’s Head Golf Pro

When self-confessed hacker Rosie Morton decided she needed to brush up on her swing, she turned to Dalmahoy’s head golf pro, Scott Dixon.  ‘What other sports have you played?’ asked Scott Dixon, Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club’s head golf pro, as we headed for the driving range. ‘Rowing,’ I replied, unsure what a borderline masochistic watersport…

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Christmas Gift Guide: The Great Outdoors

THE outdoor lover in your life will be spoiled rotten this Christmas! Just take a look at all these tried and tested gift ideas, and you’ll have them smiling broadly as they set out on their next adventure in the hills… Ariat Lafayette Full Zip Sweatshirt, RRP £80. www.ariat.com/gb/en In just two weeks of wearing…

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Let there be light: The best of Scotland’s winter light fsetivals

Festivals across the country are bringing bright lights to the dark nights, and they make for top-notch photo opportunities. In our January magazine we shine the spotlight on some of our favourite pictures. From the rural woodlands of Beecraigs Country Park to the city trails of Aberdeen, Scotland’s light festivals are illuminating our long winter…

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Christmas Gift Guide: For Her (Over £100)

DON’T know what to gift the leading lady in your life? Look no further! We have tried and tested some of the best gifts for women so that you can be sure your mum, sisters, girlfriend, nieces and aunties are well kitted out this Christmas.   Honey & Toast, Mini Eddie Shoulder Bag, RRP £105.…

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