Captain Birds Eye set to launch new ‘ocean’ fragrance for men this Christmas Sean Murphy December 4, 2019 Christmas, Food, In the News Dubbed Ahoy!, the new Eau de Toilette is described as being "reminiscent of a fresh ocean breeze" and bursting with top notes of "zingy grapefruit, sweet mandarin, and intoxicating patchouli". Posting a...
Popular Edinburgh chippy gets in to festive mood with return of its deep-fried Christmas pudding Sean Murphy December 2, 2019 Food, In the News Cafe Piccante first launched the fried treat in 2012 and already serves several similar battered sweet treats, including Snickers, Twix, Bounty, and the classic deep fried Mars Bar. At other times of the...
Farmers could be breeding more environmentally-friendly cattle by next year, scientists Sean Murphy November 27, 2019 In the News, Producers Farming experts said that the livestock industry will reduce its carbon emission by breeding cattle that grow faster but eat less so that their environmental impact is lower. Scientists claimed...
Ground breaks at Rosebank distillery site as construction begins Sean Murphy November 18, 2019 Drink, In the News, Whisky The extensive, multi-million pound restoration is expected to be completed in Summer 2021, when the once lost distillery will open its doors to the public and begin production once again. Situated on the...
Gastrotour to challenge Scotland’s best chefs to create Campervan-friendly recipes Sean Murphy November 16, 2019 Food North Berwick-based Jerba Campervans is taking to the road to visit chefs near the location of their acclaimed venues, challenging them to create simple, inspiring dishes using just the Jerba’s in-built hob...
Scottish brewing giant BrewDog launches first in a series of new city centre mini-hotels in Aberdeen Sean Murphy November 14, 2019 Craft Beer, Drink, In the News Dubbed the BrewDog Kennels, each will have between 2-6 rooms and between located above the popular firm's bars. Sparked by the desire to give more people the chance to combine a memorable hotel experience...
Could you be in the class of 2020? Great British Bake Off seek Scots to apply for next year’s show Sean Murphy November 13, 2019 Food, In the News Love Productions who produce the popular show, which is hosted by Noel Fielding and Sandi Toksvig and sees the contestants put through their paces by Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith, have announced that...
East Lothian restaurant to hold special Christmas themed charity breakfast event for dogs Sean Murphy November 13, 2019 Food, In the News Taking place on Sunday 1st December, tickets will cost £10 (for owner and pet) and the event aims to get dogs and their owners into the festive spirit and will see bacon or egg rolls served up with teas and...
Union Brew Lab unveils its new immersive coffee boutique in Edinburgh’s Old Town Sean Murphy November 13, 2019 In the News, Producers Leading coffee experts Union Brew Lab, who first opened in the capital in 2012, say the new outlet will offer everything needed for brewing at home, including the latest kit, coffee beans by weight, tips and...
Edinburgh-based wine maker celebrates after three of his Australian wines take home trophies at top wine competition Sean Murphy November 13, 2019 Drink, In the News, Wine Giles Cooke, who splits his time between his home in Edinburgh and Adelaide, where the winery is based, was delighted when Thistledown Wine – which specialises in old Vine Grenache grapes, the variety that...
