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5 Traditional Scottish First Footing Gifts

Yes, it’s that time of year again – time to pop next door to wish your friends, relatives and neighbours a Happy New Year! If you’re first foot through the […]

Recipes

St Andrew’s Day Cocktail!

Speyburn’s Rob Roy cocktail is the perfect serve to raise a toast to St Andrew this month. Named after a strong Scotsman, just like St Andrew, the Rob Roy is a Scotland inspired cocktail best enjoyed on an autumnal evening by the fireplace.

Recipes

Torta Cioccolato Recipe

Celebrate Chocolate Week with this delicious, decadent and surprisingly easy recipe for Torta Cioccolato “Cooking is my true romance,” says chef Carina Contini, of Contini George Street in Edinburgh. “Here, […]

Culture

Piping Greats Head To Perth

Celebrate the rich heritage of piping with The Lowland & Border Pipers’ Society On Saturday, October 8, the hills of Perthshire will resound with piping performances at the Lowland & […]

Culture

Top Royal Moments At Balmoral – Gallery

In tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, here are some favourite images of the royal family taken at Balmoral Castle over the years.

Heritage

The Great Eight – Glamis Castle

Stunning Glamis Castle, the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, has fascinating tales to tell. Discover the top eight "must-see" artefacts here.

Culture

The Crown of Scotland With Queen For The Final Time

This week Queen Elizabeth II has been lying in state in St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Discover more about the Crown of Scotland that sat atop her coffin.