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A Taste of Tuscany Comes to Inverness for an Exceptional Night at Ness Walk

Ness Walk in Inverness will welcome two of Tuscany's most celebrated wine estates for an exclusive evening of rare vintages, Highland produce and guided wine tasting on 21 November.

First Minister Visits Black Isle Show as New £14.25 Million Farming Fund Announced

The First Minister visited the Black Isle Show as the Scottish Government confirmed a new £14.25 million round of farming investment grants, with enhanced support for Highlands and Islands businesses and crofters.

Zizzi Celebrates Scotland’s Students With Free Bombes on Results Day

Students across Scotland can celebrate SQA Results Day with a free Garlic and Mozzarella Bombe at Zizzi as the latest figures show rising pass rates and record qualification achievements.

£14.25 Million Farming Fund to Support Highland Crofters and Farmers

Farmers and crofters across Scotland will be able to apply for grants of up to £20,000 under the next round of the Future Farming Investment Scheme, with enhanced support for businesses in the Highlands and Islands.

The Dipping Lugger Shortlisted for Prestigious National Award

The Dipping Lugger in Ullapool has been shortlisted for one of the UK's leading hospitality awards after earning a place in the Gourmet Bolthole...

Byres Farm Expands With Juice Production

Byres Farm near Fochabers is expanding by taking on the juice production side of Elgin's Orchard, giving visitors the chance to watch apples being pressed and bottled while preserving a well loved Moray brand.

Tariff Free Trade Returns as Scotch Whisky Wins Back Key US Market

Scotch whisky exports to the United States will once again be tariff free from Friday, providing a major boost for distillers, suppliers and communities across Scotland, including Speyside.

Harry Gow Brings a Taste of The Highlands to Asda Stores Across Scotland

Inverness family bakery Harry Gow has launched its new Sharing Cake Range in 50 Asda stores across Scotland, bringing its award winning scratch baked cakes to customers far beyond the Highlands.

Pubs Call on Scottish Government to Match England’s Business Rates Cut

Scotland's pubs should receive the same business rates support as those in England, according to the Campaign for Real Ale, following the UK Government's...

SNP Raise a Glass to Argentina

The SNP has marked one year since Argentina became the first country to grant Scotch Whisky Geographical Indication protection, celebrating the trade milestone as Scotland prepares to face Argentina.

New Scottish Bakers Trail Puts Highland Bakeries on The Map

A new interactive digital trail is celebrating Scotland's bakery industry, with two Highland favourites among the businesses showcasing the country's rich baking heritage.

Hidden Invergordon Garden Blossoms into Community Hub

A neglected patch of land in Invergordon is being transformed into a thriving community garden, with volunteers invited to help it continue growing for the benefit of local people and wildlife.

Free Lasagne Giveaway Coming to Zizzi on National Lasagne Day

Lasagne lovers could enjoy a free meal at Zizzi later this month as the restaurant chain marks National Lasagne Day with a nationwide giveaway.

Kids Eat Free at Zizzi Inverness Throughout The Summer Holidays

Families in Inverness can take advantage of a summer dining offer at Zizzi, with children eating free every day throughout the school holidays when accompanied by a paying adult.

Highland Sommelier Climbs into UK’s Top 20 Wine Experts

Killiecrankie House co owner and head sommelier Matilda Tsappis has climbed to number 20 in the Taylor's Port UK Top 100 Sommeliers List, bringing national recognition to Highland hospitality.

News

Western Isles Home Care Team Opens Its Doors To New Recruits

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is inviting people interested in a career in home care to meet existing staff and get help with applications at recruitment events in Stornoway and Uist.

Jacobite Loch Ness Cruises Provides Support to The Old High Inverness

Jacobite Loch Ness Cruises has donated £5,000 to The Old High Inverness and will share its tourism expertise as the historic building begins its next chapter.

Entertainment

Cairngorms Forest Set to Glow Again as Winter Twi Lights Return

Landmark Forest Adventure Park is bringing its Ancient Forest Twi Lights experience back to the Cairngorms this winter, with thousands of lights illuminating its ancient pinewood forest.

Inverness Fringe Festival Calls on Community to Help Bring First Festival to Life

Organisers of the first Inverness Fringe Festival have launched a crowdfunding appeal as more than 25 performances prepare to bring theatre, comedy, music, cabaret and emerging Highland talent to venues across the city.

Travel and Tourism

Overnight Traffic Restrictions Coming to A9 Near Dowally

Drivers using the A9 near Dowally face around two weeks of overnight traffic controls from 31 August as work continues on the Tay Crossing to Ballinluig dualling project.

Glencoe Leads Highland Charge Among Scotland’s Most Photographed Places

Glencoe, Eilean Donan Castle, Glenfinnan Viaduct and Urquhart Castle have all made Scotland's top 10 most photographed locations in a new ranking from Popsa.