Heritage
Old Scottish Christmas Traditions
Scotland has had some interesting Christmas traditions over the years. These are not necessarily popular today in Scotland, but some do still participate or remember them from their youth.
Heritage
Facts & Quizzes
Scotland’s Mythical Creatures!
The good, the bad and the creepy! Discover some of Scotland's mythical creatures and the legends behind them.
Culture
Scottish Hallowe’en Traditions
Scotland has had some peculiar traditions for Hallowe’en! Discover our spooky Scottish Hallowe’en Traditions… Some of these traditions have been lost over the centuries, but some are still around […]
Community
Traditional Shortbread Recipe
Enjoy this tried and tested shortbread recipe, handed down through the generations. A tasty, home-made gift! Ingredients 250 grams butter 125 grams caster sugar Pinch of salt 250 grams […]
Burns
Burns Night Cocktails
Shake things up this Burns Night with Burns inspired gin cocktails from Caorunn Gin. Enjoy this set of unique cocktails as an alternative to whisky heavy tipples we're used to.
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
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.
