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Love Bites: Revising Our Story
This month's columnist reflects on the story of marriage, dating apps, and a poetry evening – and how this story has changed over time Read more »| 04 Jan 2023 -
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A Latke in Common: Continuing & adapting Jewish traditions
There's joy in tradition – whether old, new, or something in-between. One writer reflects on connecting with the Jewish faith and community through both the conventional and unconventional Read more »| 12 Dec 2022 -
Travel
The Whole Hog: Scottish midwinter traditions
Take a journey through Scotland's many wonderful midwinter traditions, from Christmas tree bonfires to Up Helly Aa Read more »| 12 Dec 2022 -
Food And Drink
New venues in Dundee: December 2022
Chai teas, delicious doughnuts and top local cuisine – Dundee has lots of new venues to discover this winter Read more »| 09 Dec 2022 -
Food And Drink
Bicentennial Can: The Skinny x Barney’s Beer
We’ve teamed up with the award-winning Barney’s Beer for a very special and extremely drinkable beer Read more »| 01 Dec 2022 -
Food And Drink
Waste Not Want Not: Christmas food tips and tricks
A host of our favourite foodie folk share their Christmas tips on reducing waste, saving yourself some time and hassle, and spicing up your festive leftovers Read more »| 01 Dec 2022
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Travel
Yule Have A Great Time: Christmas in Edinburgh
This Christmas in Edinburgh, take your pick from classic festive outings, luxurious treats, iconic photo ops and one-off events Read more »| 30 Nov 2022 -
Food And Drink
Christmas drinks in Glasgow, Edinburgh & Dundee
Christmas is the time of year you’re obliged to hang out with your family, but it’s also the perfect occasion to grab some festive drinks with friends or get properly hammered with co-workers to help toast another year at the coalface Read more »| 30 Nov 2022 -
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Choose a Sustainable Christmas
There are many ways to be less wasteful at Christmas, from buying sustainable gifts to composting your tree Read more »| 29 Nov 2022 -
Food And Drink
Cabinet Meeting: Christmas drinks tips and tricks
Christmas cocktail advice, alternatives to mulled wine, and the best way to stock a drinks cabinet – here are our top tips for your festive drinks Read more »| 29 Nov 2022 -
Food And Drink
Bean Thinking: Scottish Coffee Guide
With our guide to cafes and roasteries across Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee, you can treat yourself while treating others at the same time. It’s a win-win! Read more »| 29 Nov 2022 -
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Love Bites: In Handfuls of Rice
This month's Love Bites columnist reflects on making rice, family connections, and knowledge passing from generation to generation Read more »| 28 Nov 2022 -
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From Me To You: In conversation with Transgiving UK
Winter's rough – this one more so than most – but Transgiving UK are bringing a bit of joy to trans communities across the country. We speak to its founders about collective care, the power of gifting, and allyship amid seasons greetings Read more »| 28 Nov 2022 -
Food And Drink
Newbarns Taproom, Leith
The excellent Newbarns Brewery open their long-planned taproom at their Leith HQ – spoiler alert, it's great Read more »| 28 Nov 2022 -
Food And Drink
Christmas cheap eats in Edinburgh and Glasgow
Lunch spots for shopping breaks, places to hide from your friends and family, and a surprising amount of spice – this Christmas, we've got you covered... Read more »| 25 Nov 2022