Monthly Archives: October 2013
Pick a Plant – Hydrangea
One of the most frequent groups of plants we are asked about is the Hydrangea family. The main ones grown and sold in this country are the Hortensias (the familiar mop-headed hydrangeas) and the Lacecaps which are a smaller group, … Continue reading
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Wine Myths – and the Odd Legend – Debunked
The world of wine is awash with myth and legend, old wives tales and tricks to stay one step ahead of the game. Here are some of my favourites, to help separate the facts from the fiction.
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Tapa Takes Title of UK’s Favourite Tapas Venue
Edinburgh’s widely-acclaimed Spanish restaurant Tapa has been named the UK’s Favourite Tapas Venue following seven months of intense voting. The delightful establishment beat off fierce competition from a host of top Spanish restaurants from around Britain to win the competition, … Continue reading
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Getting Spooky at Kinneil
Kinneil House in Bo’ness – said to be haunted by the ghost of Lady Alice Lilbourne – is opening its doors for free tours on Sunday, October 27, 2013, from noon to 3 p.m.  just before Hallowe’en.
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Carol’s Wee Walk
As I start writing this, she is walking through a Met Office yellow warning somewhere in the Borders of Scotland. Two nights’ ago, she arrived at a friend’s house and asked, “Please can I borrow some clothes and put everything … Continue reading
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Sandwiches for Society
Rose Street in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town is home to a multitude of cafés and sandwich shops, but one stands out from the crowd. At first glance Edinburgh-born sandwich shop Social Bite appears similar to the rest, with … Continue reading
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