Hotel review – Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel and Spa, Aberfoyle: I set off for a mini-break in the worst downpour in June. Needless to say I was expecting my retreat to be a wash out, but far from it. Overlooking Loch Ard in Kinlochard-by-Aberfoyle, this establishment has recently benefited from a £3.5 million upgrade and […]
Bad boy’s masterpieces make debut in Scotland
Art exhibition: Works by one of the ‘bad boys’ of 17th century art feature in a ground-breaking display in Scotland. The revolution in painting sparked by one of the world’s most celebrated and notorious artists is the subject of the major summer exhibition at the Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh. Beyond Caravaggio brings a group of […]
Dancing away the years to Johnny and Baby
Theatre review – Dirty Dancing: It’s hardly credible that the film Dirty Dancing is 30 years old. This week the highly successful stage version full of high kicks and lifts has touched down in Edinburgh’s Playhouse for a week long run. On opening night there was enhanced security at the Playhouse which did not detract […]
Fringe offers ‘alliance of defiance’ with more shows
Edinburgh Fringe: There will be a third more overseas countries represented at this year’s Fringe, the strongest ever international flavour for the summer event. They will come together under a marketing campaign slogan “Alliance of Defiance” which will position the Fringe as free of any censorship. It has been inspired by the Fringe’s origin in 1947 […]
City out of tune as the music stops
Live music: Nirvana played there twice, many friendships were forged and relationships started under the neon lights of Studio 24. Now Edinburgh gig goers are mourning the loss of yet another late night music venue as the iconic alternative club closes its doors after 22 years. The shock announcement is the latest in a string […]