Restaurant opening: Wagamama, the restaurant chain focused on Japanese cuisine, is the latest eating house in Edinburgh’s St Andrew Square which is slowing evolving into the city’s dining quarter. The Refinery, owned by Drake & Morgan, and Dishoom, chose to open their first units outside London in neighbouring units in the new development owned by Standard […]
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Cinematic showcase heads to Scotland
Cinema: It is often said that art sometimes imitates life and in an era of Brexit and talks of a second Scottish referendum, a festival screening international films on a theme of independence will take place later this month in Edinburgh and Stirling. Somewhat appropriately this festival breaks away from conventional cinema venues by holding […]
Lunch visit proves a happy accident
Candy Bar, George St, Edinburgh: Nestled beneath one of Edinburgh’s most salubrious thoroughfares is the American style Candy Bar on George Street which is known for its fine dining eateries. Coming across this place was a happy accident on a mid week lunch time. It’s a basement space with a brightly coloured canopy, delightful wall […]
Walker Slater suits you with quality to match
High street tailoring: Styles may come and go, but good tailoring remains in fashion for those seeking quality and a personal touch. Walker Slater is upholding a tradition for creating well-cut clothes made to fit the customer, using cloth from the finest weavers. Its shops in Edinburgh and London – with others due to open in […]
Carroll marks anniversary night for jazz club
Whighams Jazz Club: Whighams Jazz Club in Edinburgh marked its eighth birthday with a special appearance by Liane Carroll, regarded as one of Britain’s finest jazz and soul singers. She has collaborated with such artists as Sir Paul McCartney, Gerry Rafferty and Long John Baldry, and she agreed to perform at Whighams with her long-time […]