Mish mash Why do so many Scottish restaurants go all around the world for inspiration when they could be using simple native ingredients well, asks Joanna BlythmanJoanna Blythman
Hundreds of years ago at the end of summer festivals the name “Halloween” first appeared in 16th century Scottish literature. Recollections of events associated with modern day Halloween, like dressing up in costumes or playing pranks, are found in the 17th century history books. Religious Implic...
While Ardern’s star was considered to be waning – domestically, at least – ahead of a general election later this year, Sturgeon’s departure has been seen as problematic for the Scottish National Party: her bickering would-be successors lack her political stature and other parties in ...
How do I make friends in freshers’ week? It’s always tough knowing how to make friends. One thing you should always remember is that everyone there is in the same boat as you. No one knows any more than you and everyone is looking for a friend, so don’t be afraid to go and b...
A deer concern in the Scottish Highlands More than half of the 1.5 million red deer in the United Kingdome live in Scotland, where their population has doubled in the last half-century. The boom to their numbers comes from a total lack of predators, leaving the deer to reproduce with re...
When it’s hot outside and we have to go out, surely we want to keep cool. We can put on hats, wear light clothing, or stay at a cool place. However, nothing can beat a good fan. Now I’ll show you how to make a good DIY (Do It Yourself) paper fan. What to prepare Pleas...
And, besides, you do not have to go through the rigorous business of being presented with the bottle or nosing or tasting it. No. Because, bottling is a waste of time and as soon as my wine is ready to bottle, I put it back into one of the plastic bags in which the concentrate ...
John Ball Jnr was the first amateur Champion Golfer, courtesy of his victory at Prestwick in 1890. That success also ensured Ball, who was English, became the first non-Scottish player to win The Open. Only Harold Hilton and Bobby Jones have since gone on to win The Open as an amateur,...
For example, in November and December you could go shopping at the famous Christmas market. Or spend Hogmanay in Scotland and join the local New Year's Eve festivities on 31 December. On the other hand, visit later in January to celebrate the life of the great Scottish poet Robert “...
Is discipline a problem in your school? What do teachers do when pupils behave (表现) badly in your country? A teenager had very strong opinions about discipline at her school. What is bad behavior? The UK schools are allowed to discipline pupils who behave badly in different ways. But wha...