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Review – Liam Gallagher and John Squire

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Scotland played host to the first live performance of these two Manchester legends coming together for an album and tour which has delighted fans of both Oasis and The Stone Roses.Squire and Gallagher...

Extra Black, an alternative choice for St Patrick’s Day

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Leith-based Campervan Brewery made sure their gluten free, nitro porter, Extra Black, was pouring across Edinburgh on St Partick's Day and the brewery are hoping to paint the town Extra Black on March 17.Extra...

The Spanish Butcher to open in May

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Meat lovers are in for a treat this spring as RUSK & RUSK, the independent Scottish restaurant group, has confirmed its award-winning dining concept, The Spanish Butcher, will open on North Castle Street in...

Six Edinburgh building projects shortlisted for prestigous awards

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Projects ranging from a low carbon housing development to the Scottish Galleries have been revealed as finalists in the RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) Awards Scotland 2024.The shorlisted entries for the awards will...

A carnivore’s paradise – RIO Brazilian Steakhouse – review

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Edinburgh's culinary scene has recently welcomed a vibrant addition with the opening of RIO Brazilian Steakhouse. Housed in the Assembly Rooms, where previously Jamie’s Italian, then Insomnia Martini Bar and latterly Stack &...

Scotland Now! Phone Portrait Award is open for entries

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The organisers of the Scottish Portrait Awards, the Scottish Arts Trust, has launched a free nationwide competition with a first prize of £500 to celebrate its tenth anniversary.The Scotland Now! Phone Portrait Award is open to...

Young people from Big Noise Wester Hailes perform on stage with RSNO

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Young people from a community music and social change programme took part in a unique concert alongside the world-renowned Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO).A total of 35 young musicians from Big Noise Wester Hailes,...

Destiny on the move from Edinburgh

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The Stone of Destiny has gone on display at Edinburgh Castle for the last time as preparations begin for it to be transferred to its new permanent home in Perth.Historic Environment Scotland , which...

Hollywood actor discovers her Scottish roots

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A leading Hollywood character actor has revealed how she brought her family to the UK premiere of her new film after discovering her Scottish roots.Dale Dickey has featured in over 130 supporting roles in...

Benedetti – baby already listening to classical music

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Violinist Nicola Benedetti says that two months before her due date her baby is already listening to her music.The classical musician, 36, is due to give birth to her first child in May, but...

Festivals and events taking place in the first City of Literature this year

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This is the 20th year of Edinburgh becoming the first City of Literature, and it is evident that this has influenced books, authors and literature in Edinburgh over the two decades.One of the...

Counting butterflies reduces stress

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Counting butterflies reduces anxiety, according to a new scientific study focusing on a popular annual citizen science project.Those who took part in the annual Big Butterfly Count enjoyed a reduction in anxiety of almost...

Holyrood Palace to offer £1 tickets

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Following a successful run in London, Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians will be the first exhibition to open at The King’s Gallery in Edinburgh following an 18-month closure for essential maintenance.Exploring life in Georgian...

The Silent Archive at Inverleith House

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Edinburgh has a substantial number of superb galleries and museums. These range from obvious examples such as the National Museum of Scotland to lesser known little gems such as the Music Museum at St...

Gatwa Portrait — Who’s on display

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As the star of iconic sci-fi series Doctor Who, he is usually seen time travelling around the universe in the Tardis.Now Ncuti Gatwa has landed in the National Galleries of Scotland after his portrait...

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a samba afternoon tea

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Celebrating Dia de las Madres with an interactive afternoon of dancing, cocktails and dining.Pop over to El Santo Latin American Bar and Restaurant in Glasgow’s Merchant City where they have a Mother's Day...

EIF programme launched for 2024

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EDINBURGH International Festival director Nicola Benedetti, CBE, has hailed the Scottish capital as "the world's true festival city" as she announced a summer event of world-leading opera, music, theatre and dance.The violinist, 36, announced...

Suggestions for Mother’s Day 2024

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Mother's Day is on Sunday 10 March 2024. If you want to spoil your mum or someone you regard as a mum then we have some ideas for you.Mums are "Inn" for a treat...

Festival programme has community at its heart

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The Edinburgh International Festival 2024 will this year bring audiences and artists together more closely than ever under its new theme Rituals that Unite Us.The 2024 theme takes inspiration from philosopher Byung-Chul Han. His...

Mary Poppins is coming back to the Festival Theatre

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Direct from the West End, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group have announced the spectacular full production of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS will embark on a 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour.20...

At Dynamic Earth this Easter

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The Edinburgh Science Festival takes place during the Easter holidays from 30 March – 14 April and events at Dynamic Earth also include a programme of planetarium shows, eye-catching photography exhibitions and the promise...

Book relates details of the Briggers who died while building the Forth Bridge

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Museums & Galleries Edinburgh have published digitally a book which lists all the accidents which happened during the early phase of the construction of the Forth Bridge which was opened on 4 March 1890....

Review: HAMILTON ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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It is 1776 and in New York you can 'be a new man' which is exactly what 19-year-old Alexander Hamilton plans to be.Yes, Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway and West End smash hit musical has arrived...

Celebrate Mother’s Day with some smooth jazz and Sunday Roast

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CELEBRATE MOTHER’S DAY AT LE PETIT BEEFBAR WITH SMOOTH JAZZ AND AN UNFORGETTABLE SUNDAY ROASTThis Mother's Day, Sunday 10 March, Le Petit Beefbar invites you to celebrate the extraordinary women or mother figures in...

Mother’s Day suggestion – to the Manor born

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The Old Manor Hotel at Lundin Links will welcome all this Sunday for Mother's Day with a free handmade bracelet for all mothers and grandmothers who come along to eat at the hotel.A...

Cost of running gala days reduced

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New price structure agreed after organisers of Edinburgh's gala days warned some events were “close to folding”Sky-high ‘amusement device’ licence fees for bouncy castles and funfair rides risked the much-loved community events being cancelled,...

Mother’s Day out at the Dalmore Inn

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Make it a day out to the Dalmore Inn this weekend to celebrate Mother's Day at the Blairgowrie restaurant which has one of the largest selections of dishes to choose from.Arnaud Merrouche, General Manager,...

Scottish wine expert Diana Thompson savours international award win

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Diana Thompson, the founder of Wine Events Scotland, was named Consumer Drinks Communicator 2024 at The People’s Choice Wine Awards, an event that recognises the best wines and spirits chosen by professional trade judges...

Dance on down to The Pomegranates Festival

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The Pomegranates Festival takes place in April and will celebrate Scottish traditional dance and traditional dance practised by cultural migrant communities across Scotland.Taking place at the Scottish Storytelling Centre and various venues across Edinburgh...

Eat Out Edinburgh – a month of dining discounts

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Eat Out Edinburgh announces the venues which are taking part in month of tasty restaurant offers Special offers have been revealed for the 40 City Centre restaurants and bars taking part in the festival.Eat Out...