There are many theories about the derivation of the word “Hogmanay.” The Scandinavian word for the feast preceding Yule was "Hoggo-nott" while the Flemish words...
According to the longstanding theory, the origins of Christmas stems from pagan winter festivals. One main reason early Christians were able to spread their religion...
Although single malts have been enjoyed for centuries, they’ve played second fiddle to blended Scotch whisky for over 150 years. Consumed since time immemorial in...
She slaughtered a Roman army. She torched Londinium, leaving a charred layer almost half a meter thick that can still be traced under modern London....
From cozy crofters’ cottages to lofty castles, there is a special place for every visitor in Scotland! Callakille, Applecross This lovely whitewashed croft teeters above...
Simple and scrumptious, Scottish Shortbread Cookies are the perfect sweet treat during the holiday season. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups salted butter softened, 3 sticks, 12...
The name ‘Poteen’ comes from the meaning ‘Little Pot’ which aptly represents the way that Poteen was distilled in little pots in an underground manner...
Knotwork first appeared in Ireland, Scotland and northern England in the early 7th century, when Irish missionaries were evangelizing in Northumberland. The missionaries' main base...
