Local loyalty may be a lifeline for independent retailers, says JULENA DRUMI We keep hearing that retail is in trouble. It is. But not all retailers are suffering. Emma Parton, founder of the Fort William-based Highland Soap Company is preparing to add to her small chain of shops, and she’s not alone. High street and […]
Food & Drink
Masterchef winner goes solo as St James serves up food adventure
New names are among the rich mix that will be available in Edinburgh’s new food hall, writes JULENA DRUMI Masterchef winner Gary Maclean will open his first solo dining experience in an innovative Food Hall in the heart of the new St James Quarter in Edinburgh. Bonnie & Wild’s open plan venue will have eight […]
Scotch on the rocks as Irish have eyes on the US
AS I SEE IT: TERRY MURDEN Scotland’s distillers are hoping the Chancellor managed to develop a taste for whisky during last year’s visits north of the border, or more to the point that he got the message about the harm being done by US tariffs on single malts. The Scotch Whisky Association has made its […]
Rooms with a view: how the Johnnie Walker Experience will look
Diageo has released images showing how its new Johnnie Walker whisky visitor centre in Edinburgh will look when it opens in the summer. The drinks giant’s investment will transform the former House of Fraser department store in Princes Street into a series of private dining areas, modern sensory tasting rooms, personalised tour and tasting experiences, […]
Age-verification helps combat fake whisky market
Researchers have developed technology that will authenticate rare whisky, writes JULENA DRUMI Anyone experienced in acquiring collectable items will know all too well that one nagging question stands between wanting to buy and handing over the cash. Is it the real thing? From paintings and sculptures to watches and stamps, the market in fake goods […]