Monthly Archives: July 2013

Jack Shian and the King’s Chalice

Think Harry Potter and think Anne Forbes’ MacArthurs who live under Arthur’s Seat and you have a fair idea of the theme of Andrew Symon’s debut fiction book for young adults.

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Macsween of Edinburgh is named Scotland’s Family Business of the Year 2013

Macsween of Edinburgh, a 3rd generation family company, has been at the forefront of haggis and black pudding making for 60 years and this month were named Scotland’s Family Business of the Year 2013. After a combination of public votes and the … Continue reading →

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Fancy Yourself as an Artist’s Model?

How would you like to be a “character” in a painting? No, you don’t have to be a beauty or an important person, you don’t have to dress up (or undress!) or act a part – although, says Trevor Jones, … Continue reading →

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