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Harden’s crowns Restaurant Andrew Fairlie as best in the UK
Scottish restaurant tops the Harden’s 100 List Restaurant Andrew Fairlie at The Gleneagles Hotel in Perthshire has been crowned the UK’s top restaurant in a …
Air fryer baked potato recipe
Can you cook a baked potato in an air fryer? yes you can and not only is it quicker but we think they taste a …
New Six by Nico Magical Peter Pan-Themed Menu Will Transport Guests To Neverland
Six by Nico release a new six-course tasting menu this January with a menu that pays homage to J. M. Barrie’s Peter Pan novel. Neverland’s six-course …
Newcastle Restaurant Week Returns
116 restaurants to take part in Newcastle Restaurant Week NE1’s Newcastle Restaurant Week returns between the 16th and 22nd of January 2023 with 116 restaurants …
Leftover Pate Pasta
Still got that tub of pate lurking in the back of the fridge from Christmas, or are you just looking for something quick to make …
Ristorante La Vigna, Lanark
Classic Italian restaurant in Lanarkshire It has been far too long since my last visit to La Vigna, an Italian restaurant that has been serving …
Sunday Roast at The Crown Inn, Biggar
Popular South Lanarkshire Sunday Roast Spot New Year’s Day fell on a Sunday this year so on the menu at The Crown Inn was a …
The Kirkstyle Hotel, Biggar
Comfortable, family-run hotel in Scotland Our tradition that lapsed during Covid times was to go away for New Year. This year we didn’t go far, …
New range of bold, sustainably-produced cotton tea towels
Brighten up the kitchen with these bold tea towels Storigraphic has launched the latest addition to their Storihome homeware range, a series of bold cotton tea towels. Featuring …
Cocktails & Snack pairings for New Year from Tanqueray
Elevate your at-home hosting with delicious, easy-to-make snacks created by Shaun Searley of The Quality Chop House, each paired with, award-winning Tanqueray gin, cocktails and …
The Hardy Tree, London
A not so hardy tree in London has fallen What was one of the “secret” places to visit in London is now covering the world’s …
Imperial War Museum, London
Lunch amidst history On a recent trip to London, Colonel Mustard decided to pay a visit to one of his favourite museums, the Imperial War …
Happy Donuts, Portobello Road, London
The Colonel loves his doughnuts. Whenever he is in Glasgow he makes a point of stopping at Tantrum Doughnuts in Gordon Street for a Double …
Leftover Christmas Pudding Bon Bons
Decadent bon bons for a post Christmas treat This recipe is from Nigella Lawson and is named Christmas Puddini Bon Bons. As you can see …
Visiting Glen Moray Distillery
Everything you need to know before you visit Glen Moray Distillery Glen Moray Distillery is on the western outskirts of Elgin and is easily reached …
Budget Friendly Festive Feasting
Luxurious entertaining on a budget The festive season can mean lots of eating and drinking, but it doesn’t have to break the bank. I joined …
White Mulled Whisky
This white mulled whisky cocktail is a bit different to the usual red wine mulled wine found around Christmas and New Year. Full of flavour …
Black Grape Edinburgh is now open
It is situated on the Royal Mile, the 60-cover bar and restaurant serving small-plates designed for sharing alongside a wine list that explores some of …
Slim Chickens, London
On a visit to London, the Colonel decided to have dinner at the Shake Shack Located at Cambridge Circus in London. What he hadn’t realised …
Scottish Steak Pie Recipe
Recipe from The Cook School by Ballintaggart using Lidl braising steak Steak Pie and New Year is just a thing. It’s always been there and …
Golf View Hotel Nairn
Coastal views and stylish rooms at this Highland hotel With sea views, an AA rosette restaurant, spa, swimming pool and outdoor hot tub, all within …
Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Almonds
An easy snack to make for yourself or as a gift to someone special. These Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Almonds are so moreish. You don’t …
Whisky Ambassadors Auction to raise funds for The BEN
The third Whisky Ambassadors’ auction is only days away with all proceeds going to Scottish drinks industry charity, The BEN. The third Ambassadors’ Whisky Auction …