Monthly Archives: April 2013
Mmmm. ‘Feel-good’ Smells from Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is the ancient practice of using essential oils to heal the mind and body. Essential oils are the aromatic oils distilled from plants which are usually used in inhalations or massaged into the body. Scents can affect our moods, … Continue reading
The Angel’s Share (2)
Stephen Penman is our expert on scotch whisky In my first article on whisky in Lothian Life, I differentiated between the three different kinds of Scotch whisky that are produced. These are malt whisky, made using malted barley in a … Continue reading
Cramond Inn – What’s the Fuss About?
The Cramond Inn is a charming old B listed coaching inn close to the causeway leading to Cramond Island. The area has many significant historical sites, including a roman fort with baths heated by a hypocaust and is at one … Continue reading
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Cotinus
This month’s featured plant is Cotinus, a genus of two species. The other species is the Rhus plant, now a separate plant listed botanically.They are often commonly referred to by their other name of ‘Smoke Trees’ in recognition of their … Continue reading
Edinburgh Festival’s New Director is Announced
Edinburgh Festival Council today announced the appointment of Irish born Fergus Linehan as the Director Designate of the Edinburgh International Festival.
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‘Pétanque’ comes to Penicuik
It’s known to be played in the sunnier climes of Cannes – but Penicuik now has its own slice of the French lifestyle with the opening of a Pétanque piste pitch just in time for summer.