Posts Tagged ‘traditional’
The Lassi is a milk treat – for the lads and lassies!
They say it’s the oldest smoothie in the world and a special version of it is now being served up in Scotland for World Milk Day tomorrow (Saturday). The Lassi is a smooth and creamy Indian summer cooler that is traditionally served in earthen pots called matkas. Boasting miraculous powers that can cool you instantly,…
Read MoreThe shooter’s handbook is a surefire winner
The Sporting Shooter’s Handbook is the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to get involved in one of the country’s most traditional sports, or for anyone who simply wants to improve their knowledge. Graham Downing’s highly experienced outlook on shooting provides the reader with clear and in-depth instructions on different types of shooting, whether…
Read MoreMake friends with some delicious dishes at Los Amigos
Dalry is an often overlooked place to eat, but we received a really warm welcome at Los Amigos from the friendly staff. The prawns in my king prawn starter were huge and beautifully presented with a rosa sauce. Nachos were also huge with all the toppings served on the side, just how I like it. For…
Read MoreGet yourself along here – and not at a snail’s pace
If I have a go-to French place when I eat out in Edinburgh, it is L’Escargot Bleue, a fantastic little Broughton Street restaurant. Fred Berkmiller’s refreshingly traditional take on French cuisine means that if you want snails, foie gras, horse steaks and tarte tatin, this is where to come. But then the same is true…
Read MoreFathers’ Day Mandles
If you’re looking for a last minute Fathers’ Day gift you could do worse than delight your Dad with a gift from Yankee Candle’s Barbershop range. These candles – or ‘mandles’ – have been specifically created with woody and masculine scents. Reminiscent of a traditional barbershop, fragrances include Aftershave, Hair Tonic and Sandalwood. These candles…
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