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Highland Sommelier Climbs into UK’s Top 20 Wine Experts

Food and Drink Ronnie MacDonald - 0
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.
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From Head Chef to Owner as Sun Dancer Begins New Chapter in Nairn

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
Nairn's Sun Dancer restaurant is entering a new era as head chef Darren Barclay takes ownership of the popular waterfront venue in a homegrown hospitality success story.
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World Cup Fever Set to Deliver £2.6 Million Boost for Scottish Pubs

Food and Drink Ronnie MacDonald - 0
Scotland’s World Cup clash against Morocco is expected to generate a £2.6 million boost for pubs and bars, with more than half a million extra pints forecast to be sold across the country.
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First Minister Heads to Kentucky to Push for End to Whisky Tariffs

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
Scotland’s First Minister is heading to Kentucky to strengthen efforts to remove US whisky tariffs, a move that could benefit producers across Scotland and protect one of the country’s most valuable export industries.
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M&S Celebrates Scotland’s World Cup Return With Tribute To Scottish Producers

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
Marks & Spencer has launched a new film celebrating Scotland's World Cup return, featuring Scottish farmers, growers and seafood producers from across the country ahead of the national team's opening match.
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From One Bakery to Four as Inverness Success Story Continues to Rise

Food and Drink Ronnie MacDonald - 0
An Inverness bakery that began with a single shop in Cradlehall is preparing to open its fourth outlet after 13 years of growth, creating jobs, winning national awards and becoming one of the Highlands' best known food success stories.
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Aviemore Brewery Scoops Major UK Beer Award

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
Cairngorm Brewery in Aviemore has won Silver at the prestigious Champion Beer of Britain 2026 competition with its Wildcat premium bitter alongside further success for its Black Gold stout.
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Fancy Running Your Own Pub?

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
A free Discovery Event in Inverness is giving people the chance to explore what life running their own pub could really look like, with advice, support and opportunities available through Star Pubs.
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New Tattie Scone Champions Crowned at Food Festival

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
Two champions shared the title at this year’s World Tattie Scone Championship during Taste of Nairn as crowds gathered for the popular Highland food and drink festival.
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M&S Expands Lower Strength Beer Range as More Customers Moderate Alcohol Intake

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
Marks & Spencer has expanded its lower strength beer range with four new summer drinks as growing numbers of UK consumers seek healthier alcohol moderation and greater choice across low and mid strength options.
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Scotch Whisky Industry Welcomes End To US Tariffs

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
Scotch whisky producers have welcomed reports that Donald Trump will remove US tariffs on whisky imports, with industry figures saying the move could strengthen exports, improve competitiveness and boost confidence across Scotland’s premium spirits sector.
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Harrison Ford Puts His Name to Highland Whisky With Glenmorangie Release

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
Glenmorangie has released a limited edition whisky co-created with Harrison Ford, blending Highland craftsmanship with Hollywood influence in a new single malt available from May 2026.
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Trump Lifts Whisky Tariffs in Boost for Scotland’s Export Industry

Food and Drink Ronnie MacDonald - 0
US President Donald Trump has announced the removal of tariffs on Scotch whisky entering the United States, in a move welcomed as a major boost for...
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Voters Blame Government as Pub Closures Stir Concern Across Scotland

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
Nearly half of Scottish voters blame government policy for pub closures, with growing calls for fairer business rates and stronger political support to protect local pubs at the heart of communities.
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Glenmorangie Teases New Release With Hollywood Style Campaign

Food and Drink Joseph Kennedy - 0
Glenmorangie has released a Hollywood style teaser for its upcoming ‘Something Nice’ launch, building anticipation ahead of its 4 May release with cinematic branding and early five star reviews.
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News

Brothers in Arms Keep Family Tradition Alive in The Highlands

News Joseph Kennedy - 0
Two Highland brothers are continuing a family tradition of military service as Army Reservists with The Royal Regiment of Scotland while pursuing very different civilian careers in Caithness and Badenoch.
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Final Charity Places Left as Loch Ness Marathon Demand Hits New High

News Ronnie MacDonald - 0
Only a handful of charity places remain for the 2026 Baxters Loch Ness Marathon after general entries sold out at a record pace, while demand for the River Ness 10K continues to soar.
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Entertainment

Banjo and Ro Return to Ulva for a Second Series of Grand Island Hotel

Entertainment Joseph Kennedy - 0
Banjo Beale and partner Ro are returning to BBC Scotland screens for a second series of Grand Island Hotel as work continues to transform the historic Ulva House into a boutique destination on the Isle of Ulva.
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Paramedics on Scene Returns With its Most Powerful Series Yet

Entertainment Ronnie MacDonald - 0
BBC Scotland's award winning series Paramedics On Scene returns for a seventh season this weekend, offering an unfiltered look at the pressures, dangers and life saving work carried out by the Scottish Ambulance Service.
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Travel and Tourism

Highland Council Moves Forward With Visitor Levy Plans

Travel and Tourism Joseph Kennedy - 0
Highland councillors have agreed to continue developing proposals for a visitor levy scheme, with tourism businesses set to help shape plans that could generate significant investment for local services and infrastructure.
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Historic Summer Offers Families a Chance to Explore Scotland for Less

Travel and Tourism Joseph Kennedy - 0
Historic Scotland is offering UK residents 20 per cent off entry to dozens of Scotland's best loved castles, abbeys and historic landmarks throughout the summer, including Fort George and Urquhart Castle.
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