From East Lothian to Italy: How one Scottish family have gone back to their roots to create a foodie haven Rosalind Erskine November 4, 2019 Food, Producers The family, Cesidio, Selina, Sofia and Giovanni Di Ciacca, have left East Lothian to go back to their roots to launch ‘I Ciacca’ in Picinisco. The historic region between Rome and Naples is also home to...
Scotland’s first pumpkin farm opens glamping pods – here’s everything you need to know Rosalind Erskine October 7, 2019 In the News, Producers Arnprior was the first Scottish farm to open a pick your own pumpkin patch in 2015, and has since grown to offer a late night date night, and a spring time lambing experience as well as their newly completed...
Old Pulteney teams up with Blue Planet cameraman to launch Rise with the Tide campaign Rosalind Erskine September 16, 2019 Drink, In the News The collaboration is using the Rise With The Tide campaign to follow inspirational stories of those whose lives have been shaped by the sea, something which ties in well with Old Pulteney as it is known as the...
Ale Miles: BrewDog launches the world’s first craft beer airline Rosalind Erskine October 25, 2018 Craft Beer, Drink, In the News BrewDog Airlines takes flight in February 2019 with a round-trip between London and Columbus, the capital of Ohio State and home of the Aberdeenshire brewery’s US HQ and its craft beer hotel, The...
You can swim in the world’s first beer-filled swimming pools at this centuries-old castle brewery Scotsman Food and Drink Staff August 29, 2017 Craft Beer, Drink, In the News The Schloss Starkenberger brewery in Tarrentz, is the location of what is believed to the world's only beer-filled swimming pools. Visitors can relax by submerging themselves in one of seven 13-foot pools...
Black Isle Brewery launches official North Coast 500 beer Scotsman Food and Drink Staff June 8, 2017 Drink The brewery say the official ‘North Coast 500 IPA’, a 4 per cent abv hoppy session ale, is the perfect way to slake your thirst after an exhilarating day on the road. NC500 IPA is described as a...
Historic Scottish castle hires award-winning chef Rosalind Erskine June 2, 2017 Drink, Food Celebrate in complete luxury with a stay at Borthwick Castle, which now includes bespoke meals by celebrated chef Derek Johnstone. Derek won Masterchef the Professionals in 2008 before joining Michel Roux...
Scots cruise operator to tour Islay and Jura whisky isles Sofiane Kennouche January 22, 2016 Drink, In the News The May 21 departure date of the “Islay and the Southern Hebrides” cruise is timed to coincide with the Islay Festival of Music and Malt, Fèis Ìle, which runs from 20 – 28 May 2016. A later...
Cocoa Ooze bring chocolate heaven to Caledonian Sleeper guests Sean Murphy July 13, 2015 Food Caledonian Sleeper guests are set for an evening of decadence with an Aberdeen-based chocolatier hosting an exclusive tasting on board. Cocoa Ooze – which has a shop on Belmont Street in the city centre...
