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Organising Your Christmas Festivities

Posted by Michael Mortimer on 13th Oct 2014

Being organised well in advance is the key to ensure that your festivities go without a hitch. Make a list of what you need, and take advantage of advance orders for your festive food. The same … read more

The History of Shortbread

Posted by Michael Mortimer on 7th Oct 2014

Originally dating from the 12th Century, as a type of sweet biscuit bread, with the more modern refinement of the recipe credited to Mary Queen of Scots in the 16th Century, shortbread was originally … read more

What Are The Origins Of The Ryder Cup?

Posted by Michael Mortimer on 23rd Sep 2014

The modern game of golf originated in 15th Century Scotland, and this year, the Ryder Cup is being held at the Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder, Scotland between 26th to 28th September. Named after th … read more

Your Guide to the Edinburgh Festivals 2014

Posted by Michael Mortimer on 8th Jul 2014

Originally founded in 1947, The Edinburgh Festivals have been inviting the world’s best artists and companies to entertain for over sixty years, with many household names starting out as a small … read more