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06 Win a luxury spa day at One Spa 28 Ones to Watch: The artists causing a stir in 2019 38 Buy Now, Wear Forever: The designer pieces to pick up now

Jo’s January will mostly be about…

AND THE REST 48 Travel: There’s more to Iceland than the Northern Lights 50 Beauty Notes: Must-try products and treatments 56 Celtic Connections: The bands to see at this year’s festival

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FEBRUARY Following its sold-out world premiere in 2018, David Ireland’s explosive black comedy Ulster American returns to The Traverse from 20 February to 02 March ahead of an international tour.

This one is NOT for the faint of heart. traverse.co.uk

JANUARY Celebrate Rabbie’s birthday on 25 January with KT Tunstall as she headlines the Big Burns Supper festival, 11 days of shows and events in Dumfries at the end of the month. bigburnssupper.com

MARCH

Scottish Ballet kickstarts their 50th anniversary year with Spring! - a fun double bill featuring resident choreographer (and former i-on cover girl) Sophie Laplane’s new work Dextera. The show premieres in Inverness on 28 March before heading to Glasgow, Aberdeen and Edinburgh. scottishballet.co.uk

APRIL Exploring the design and culture of videogames since the mid-2000s, the V&A’s spectacular new show Videogames: Design/ Play/Disrupt opens in Dundee on 20 April. vam.ac.uk/dundee

MAY Indie stalwarts Manic Street Preachers pop up at Edinburgh’s Usher Hall on 26 May as part of their This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours tour, marking the release of a 20th Year Collector’s Edition of their fifth album. usherhall.co.uk

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JUNE

Posh might not be joining them but we still really, REALLY want tickets to watch Spice Girls’ long-awaited return to the stage at Murrayfield on 08 June. seetickets.com

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JULY Offering a rare insight into the life of The McCartneys as well as iconic images of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, and Eric Clapton, The Linda McCartney Retrospective makes its UK debut at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum on 05 July. glasgowlife.org.uk

AUGUST

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The ultimate rockers and unrivalled live performers Foo Fighters show up to party at Bellahouston Park as part of Glasgow Summer Sessions on 17 August. smmrsessions.com

SEPTEMBER

ABBA fans will be out in force as Mamma Mia! returns to Edinburgh Playhouse from 19 to 28 September kicking off the 20th anniversary tour of the worldwide smash hit musical. mamma-mia.com

NOVEMBER Another hot ticket at the Hydro – The Chemical Brothers arrive in Glasgow on 23 November to celebrate the release of their ninth album No Geography. thessehydro.com

OCTOBER

Global superstar Cher appears at the Glasgow SSE Hydro on 28 October as part of her Here We Go Again tour, her first UK tour in 14 years. Tickets sold out almost as soon as they went on sale but keep your eyes on Gumtree, where we’ve already seen some pop up at face value.

DECEMBER The capital’s Christmas and Hogmanay celebrations remain the must-have ticket for the festive season in Scotland – keep your eyes on i-on for news of this year’s exciting line-up. edinburghschristmas.com; edinburghshogmanay.com

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ON THE FOOD RADAR FOUR PLACES TO DINE OUT THIS MONTH…

1 BERTIE’S RESTAURANT & BAR Say hello to Scotland’s biggest fish and chip restaurant which has just opened on Victoria Street. The 300-cover venue promises traditional ‘chip shop’ dishes as well as contemporary twists on the experience, from fish curry to a ‘sea dog’ - battered cod in a brioche bun. vittoriagroup. co.uk/bertiesfishandchips

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There was uproar when hip Morningside eatery Salt Café closed last year but it’s back, under new ownership and better than ever. You’ll want to check out the delicious brunch menu and don’t miss its new cocktail bar, NaCl, for fine wines, superb spirits, cocktails and tasty cheeseboards until 11pm. ©DB Media Services

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THE PANTRY AT DOVECOT If you’re fans of the Pantry in Stockbridge and Colinton, you’ll be delighted to hear it’s opening a new city centre spot within Dovecot Studios, Infirmary Street. Timed to coincide with the last three days of Dovecot’s major exhibition Liberty Art Fabrics & Fashion, The Pantry at Dovecot’s grand opening takes place on 10 January and will offer an array of all-day dishes and nutritious ‘to-go’ options, alongside coffees and sweet treats too.

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BEER O’CLOCK

Join the craft beer revolution with BrewDog’s free Bar Stool beer schools. During the 30 minute sessions, attendees receive a flight of four tasters of the Scottish brewer’s headliners, along with tasting cards so you don’t forget your new-found knowledge. Available at BrewDog Lothian Road and 143 Cowgate, book your spot online at brewdog.com/bars/bar-stoolbeer-school.

BURNS NIGHT

Learn all you need to know about Scotland’s national bard at Burns and Beyond, the new festival running throughout the city from 22 – 27 January.

Celebrating Scottish culture from Burns to the present day, highlights include the Red Red Rose Street, a week of celebrations in the city centre that includes a Burns Supper, a free family Ceilidh and Burns Club comedy nights. For other events in the programme visit burnsandbeyond.com

DON’T MISS…

MESSAGE FROM THE SKIES Running nightly until 25 January (5pm to 10pm), the unique cross artform collaboration will see internationally celebrated writers have their love letters to Europe projected across six sites throughout the city – Leith Library, Bongo Club in the Cowgate, The National Monument of Scotland on Calton Hill, Tech Cube at Summerhall, Leith Custom House on the Shore and Tron Kirk in Hunter Square. edinburghshogmanay.com

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WHERE I-ON’S BEEN EATING Amy Falconer discovers some new season delights at Chop House

HOT TICKET

Award-winning Canadian stand up and Fringe regular Glenn Wool returns to the capital with Wool’s Gold II (The Iron Pirate) on 10 February. Now in his 40s, comedian and new dad Wool delves into his back catalogue of material to perform some of his more subversive routines. For tickets, Tel: 0131 558 7272 or visit thestand.co.uk.

IT’S TIME TO DETOX…

Whether you’re frazzled after the festivities or starting January with a clean outlook, nothing beats a good spa detox session… especially when it’s only £74 for 80 minutes (normal price £163). Zen Lifestyle’s best-selling New Year Detox spa package includes an all over body brushing to get the circulation going, a customised cellutox massage using Elemis aromatherapy oils and bespoke Murad Hydrating Facial. Available with selected therapists from Monday to Sunday, before 5pm, until 28 February.

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We kick things off with short rib Scotch egg with marrow gravy and crispy shallots, £9, which is light and delicious. We also sample the uber-plump and oh-so-perfectly cooked scallop and sugarpit pork with apple and celeriac, £14.50, and divine ruby red, perfectly marinated Sugarpit pork rib with chilli jam and toasted peanuts, £9.50.

For mains, there are lots of new options like treacle glazed salmon or surf & turf but it’s the wagyu beef, £36, that caught our attention. In short, wagyu beef comes from Japanese cattle and it’s the intense, fat marbling in the meat, which gives it the rich flavour. Having never tried Wagyu before I was sceptical there’d be a difference in taste, but it’s really intense, rich and almost gamey. A real treat for steak lovers.

We wrap things up with a rich and tasty sticky toffee pudding with butterscotch sauce and clotted cream ice cream, £7.50, and heavenly little power bomb of a chocolate orange tart with burnt orange ice cream, £7.50. chophousesteak.co.uk

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the historic building into beautifully restored apartments that the conversion has already been recognised with no fewer than four major awards last year from Scottish Home Awards, the WhatHouse? Awards and The Herald Property Awards. We suggest you check it out. Current prices start from £460,000.

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HOW TO FUTURE PROOF YOUR LIFE D

o you ever wake up at night with the ‘what if..’ fear? Us too. As a (responsible) grownup, with or without kids, it’s bound to happen at some point in your life, so how about making 2019 the year when you start to take control of the Great Unknown. Personally, we’re all over it and we’re kicking things off in February by getting to grips with our money matters. i-on rates PW & Partners as some of the best financial advisers in town. The team is a bunch of young, switched-on women who know practically everything you need to know about money and can help hugely with all things financial.

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It’s a chance for i-on readers to meet one of the team for a no-obligation 30-minute chat about the things they need to be in charge of for a happier and more stable future.

We’re talking financial advice from the money experts on things that matter such as making sure you get the right mortgage, how to safeguard your family financially for the future and the best way to retire comfortably.

And just because we can, we’ll be doing it over coffee and cake, or even a glass of wine. All you have to do is choose your area of interest and book your session. The team will be in touch beforehand to learn more about you and your questions so they

can really get to the bottom of things and hopefully you’ll leave much better off, in all respects.

HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT Sessions available by appointment only, from 5pm to 8pm, on Monday 04 February until Wednesday 06 February at Rabble on Frederick Street.

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Edinburgh The manager of Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh, on making her home in the capital What brought you to Edinburgh?

Work brought me to the capital two years ago. I still have a home in Ireland with my boyfriend Ciaran too - living between two amazing cities makes the distance easier.

Edinburgh’s best bits

Where in the city do you live? Stockbridge.

I have everything I need on my doorstep there. I love the independent bars, restaurants and boutiques, and the Sunday Market is awesome.

How do you spend your days here? Hotel life is fast-paced. I’m on the floor for a good chunk of the day helping the team at breakfast and bidding guests farewell as they depart then I could be inspecting rooms before our guests arrive. I enjoy the buzz of running a busy operation but by 7pm, I try to be in the gym.

I am an amateur powerlifter so I train five days a week.

Where do you go for a quick escape from city life? The Elysium gym in Leith. I spend the vast majority of my spare time there. It is my place to unwind, clear my head and focus on getting physically and mentally stronger.

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What’s Edinburgh’s best kept secret?

Bross Bagels on Leith Walk is the best for a post workout snack – the Hungry Vegan is my favourite with avocado and chilli oil and a cold brew coffee.

Best thing about the city? Apart from the simple fact that it is stunning, it is also so creative with so much going on.

And the worst? Everything seems to be up a huge hill.

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The Italian family behind the La Vita Pizzerias and Spuntini Byres Road have just opened the doors to their newest and most impressive venture yet. Spuntini Gordon Street offers the La Vita signature of simple, quality cooking and old school charm but this time, there’s a sophisticated cocktail bar to boot so you can enjoy fresh pasta, pizza or Italian tapas while working your way through the cocktail list. And don’t forget to stop for a selfie on the way out – the stunning cherry blossom tree blooming inside the restaurant is the perfect Instagrammable backdrop. 40 Gordon St, G1 3PU, Tel: 0141 221 4040, lavitapizzeria.co.uk/spuntini-gordon

CALLING ALL LADIES WHO BRUNCH…

BLOW Shawlands has teamed up with new neighbourhood bistro Kilmurry & Co. to launch Brunch & BLOW offering a signature blow-dry with a cocktail or mocktail at the salon, followed by your choice of brunch or classic egg dish with coffee, tea or juice at Kilmurry. And all for only £35 a head (literally).

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A NIGHT AT THE OPERA

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pera fans are in for a treat if they manage to bag tickets to the world premiere of Anthropocene, a gripping new work from Inverness-born composer Stuart MacRae and librettist Louise Welsh (Professor of Creative Writing at University of Glasgow). The pair have reassembled the award-winning team behind their 2016 opera The Devil Inside to tell the story of expeditionary scientists who become trapped in the frozen Arctic wastelands. The premiere takes place on 24 January at Theatre Royal Glasgow with a further performance on 26 January before they head across to Edinburgh for shows at the King’s Theatre. For tickets, visit scottishopera.org.uk

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100 YEARS OF M&S

Marks & Spencer’s Centenary Taste Trail has been touring the country over the last four months and the Argyle Street store will host the grand finale on what happens to be the store’s own 100-year anniversary. Visit the festival of food on Saturday 26 January for free food tastings, live music, and cooking demonstrations alongside a showcase of local suppliers.

WHERE I-ON’S BEEN EATING

Tracey McCallum gets her Greek on at Halloumi South

A JUST LEAF IT, WILL YOU?

If you haven’t yet succumbed to the latest interiors trend for plants, plants, and more plants, you’ll definitely cross over to the green side after a visit to Apercu on Pollockshaws Road. The new store from the people behind Tuck Studio stocks the most beautiful house plants we’ve ever seen, alongside a carefully curated selection of pots and home accessories.

lready fans of the original city centre Halloumi, my girlfriends and I were keen to check out the new Southside venue. Perfectly located on Pollockshaws Road, the former bank building has been transformed with an open kitchen, lots of driftwood and the prettiest pastel floor tiles. We’re delighted to bag the raised table in the centre so we can spy everyone else’s dishes coming out of the kitchen while sipping on a divine Saint Basil cocktail, £7.50, featuring a Mediterranean gin infused with strawberries.

Between us we order pretty much everything on the menu with highlights including the beef stiffado, £7.50, lamb moussaka, £6.90, and the king prawn saganaki, £8.50. The latter being my personal favourite - huge prawns in a tomato and feta sauce. In true Glasgow style, the one dish we unanimously love is of the deep-fried variety - the halloumi fries, £6.95, are big fat pieces of crispy salty halloumi which disappear faster than you can say ‘Opa!’. The newest taverna on the block is definitely the place to get your Greek on.

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WHEN YOU WALK THROUGH GLASGOW, EVERYONE SEEMS HAPPY, FRIENDLY AND UP FOR ANYTHING. I’VE NEVER ONCE FELT UNWELCOME”

Russ Peterson’s

Glasgow The director of software agency Bad Dinosaur on relocating to the city What brought you to Glasgow?

I’m originally from a little town near Exeter in Devon and moved to Glasgow early last year to be with my boyfriend. Before that, I was living in Edinburgh where I co-founded our company. I was spending most weekends in Glasgow and fell in love with the city (and my partner of course!) so it was an obvious choice to move here.

the free museums, especially the Riverside Museum.

And the worst? The amount of traffic, particularly buses and taxis throwing plumes of black smoke into the streets.

Glasgow’s best bits

Anything you’d change about Glasgow? I’d probably tone the football rivalry down a little bit. From an outsider’s perspective, it’s a bit much.

Where in the city are you based? I live in Garrowhill, a sleepy little suburb in the east end. It’s got everything you need and it’s right on a railway line, only 10 minutes from the city centre.

How do you spend your days? Most days I’m up at 6:30am to head through to our Edinburgh office. Otherwise I get a lie-in before I leave for the Glasgow office. We have a stand-up meeting with our team first thing then it’s meetings with entrepreneurs, start-ups and SMEs who need help designing a tech product.

Best thing about the city? The atmosphere.

When you walk through Glasgow, everyone seems happy, friendly and up for anything.

I’ve never once felt unwelcome. I also love

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Where in the city deserves a shout out? Metropolitan Bar. Go there and have the salted caramel White Russian. There’s a reason it’s the first thing on the menu it’s the only drink you’ll need.

Sum up the city in three words: Modern, connected, inspiring.

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ONES TO WATCH From photographers to silversmiths, there’s a wealth of hungry artists making their mark in Scotland.

Here are eight we’re expecting big things from in 2019 COMPILED BY CHARLOTTE BARBOUR (OHHFORSHORE.COM) & CARRIE MITCHELL

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TOM PIGEON

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hile the moniker might be misleading, the creative force behind Tom Pigeon is actually a woman – namely the ridiculously talented Kirsty Thomas. Since launching her creative studio in 2014, Kirsty’s colourful and playful designs have done that rare magic thing of capturing the zeitgeist. In fact, when she had her first solo show in Leith’s Custom Lane at the end of 2017, Tom Pigeon was already stocked in The Tate Modern, The Barbican and The V&A. From her rural studio in the East Neuk of Fife, Kirsty designs prints, jewellery and rugs inspired by her environment: “My work is abstract but is often inspired by things like the flotsam and jetsam washed up on our local beaches, the geometry of the harbours, sailing boats and the colours of ice cream,” she says. Her recent collaboration with MADE means Kirsty’s designs are appearing in the coolest homes across the country in the form of prints, cushions, mugs, you name it.

But the heart of her work is still very much in Scotland. Her newest print Build was inspired by Edinburgh’s Social Bite Village (with all profits going to the charity) and later this year, she will be launching a ‘make bank’ collecting and redistributing creative materials to homeless and family shelters, community groups and schools. With this and even more exciting projects in the works, Tom Pigeon is all set to soar. tompigeon.com, Instagram @tom_pigeon

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LORN JEAN

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dinburgh College of Art graduate Lorn Jean is an award-winning fashion designer making waves with her own label which crosses between the realms of garment design and jewellery construction. Her stunning creation ‘The Florentine Dress’ is currently on display in the National Museum of Scotland. Constructed without any seams, its layered and folded fabrics are held together by roughly 10,000 silver-plated metal links and embellished with Swarovski® crystals - all hand sculpted and individually applied.

In the museum, ‘The Florentine Dress’ stands next to a 1966 Paco Rabanne dress constructed from metal plates, which Lorn drew during highschool for her portfolio to study fashion. It is a touching positioning of her own couture design and one which inspired her as a young girl and budding designer. lornjean.com, Instagram @lornjean

WES KINGSTON

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ased in Glasgow, Wes Kingston is an advertising photographer who specialises in people and their environments, with a distinct focus on visual storytelling.

Influenced by photographers such as Brassai, Irvin Pen, Cindy Sherman and local hero Albert Watson, Wes’s own distinct style is atmospheric and intriguing, playing into the observer’s curiosity and leaving them wanting to know more.

Wes’s career has spanned the photographic spectrum, capturing haute couture, Highland glens and everything in-between. He’s worked on a range of different subjects – from aid agencies in South Africa to fashion designers in Paris; billionaires’ super yachts to creel boats. He’s currently in the planning stages for a portrait project which will be shot in Iceland – the details of which he can’t yet disclose but judging by his previous work, it’ll be worth the wait. weskingston.co.uk, Instagram @weskingston

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t was at high school that Harry Morgan first started experimenting with glass and pushing the boundaries of traditional processes. “My teachers had little experience with the material, so I enjoyed their playful investigations and the anticipation of opening the kiln,” he says. Since graduating from Edinburgh College of Art in 2014, his award-winning architectural sculptures have been exhibited all over the country and internationally.

Referencing influences from ancient Venetian glassblowing to Brutalist architecture, his work challenges the fragility of glass by combining it with concrete. With pieces on display at the National Museum of Scotland as well as in the European Museum of Modern Glass in Coburg, Morgan will also soon return to Collect, the international art fair for modern craft and design at London’s Saatchi Gallery, where he will present new works expanding his practice to include pewter pieces. harrymorgan.co.uk, Instagram @harrymorgan.insta

ROISIN CONNOLLY

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ou’ll find Edinburgh-based jeweller Roisin Connolly in her studio in Leith’s trendy Custom Lane. It’s here she works on bespoke pieces and collections, applying a timeless feel to modern jewellery designs.

Drawing inspiration largely from travel, Roisin describes her ideas as coming from concepts as simple as an area’s colour palette, to a single tile in a wall.

Her jewellery evokes simplicity, elegance and class, while retaining a unique feel, with subtle plays on angles and texture. Her latest collection, Paola, was inspired by a trip to Venice. It’s available in silver and gold with pops of gemstone colour. roisinconnolly.com, Instagram @roisinconnollyjewellery

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THOMAS PAYNE

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rom shop fronts to murals and bespoke signs, Thomas is a designer and sign painter breathing life back into a somewhat dying profession. Effortlessly combining the old with the new, he supports the traditional craft of signwriting and it’s going down a storm with local businesses.

But it doesn’t just stop there. Final touchups have just been completed on a large project he has done for Historic Scotland at Edinburgh Castle, which included visually linking portraits on the walls of the Mary Room, the bedchamber of Mary Queen of Scots. thomaspaints.com; Instagram @thomas_paints

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MYER HALLIDAY

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rowing up in the Borders, Myer Halliday was surrounded by contemporary design thanks to his parents shop which, unusually for rural Scotland at the time, stocked mid-century modern design objects. This early influence led to a degree at Glasgow School of Art and ultimately, his own ceramic design studio in Roslin.

From cups and coffee pots to candles and vases, Halliday’s pieces all reflect a minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic with monochrome shades, graphic patterns and clean lines which appeal very much to the now. So much so in fact, that he’s been featured in Elle Decoration, has a collaboration with London design store Heal’s and will be setting off soon for NYNow – an important design show in New York City. Closer to home, he will also be a featured artist at the Pittenweem Arts Festival this summer. myerhalliday.co.uk; Instagram @myer_halliday

EMMA MACDOWALL

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olourful, fun, concrete vessels are the eye-catching trademark of Studio Emma, Emma MacDowall’s Edinburghbased homeware brand. Her designs are simple yet beautiful - and far removed from any industrial associations many have with concrete.

After moving home to Alloa post art-school and discovering cement in her dad’s shed, Emma began experimenting with it; mixing together different materials and using objects she’d found to create forms.

This sense of curiosity and experimentation remains at the centre of her artistic outlook, which is what makes Studio Emma such an exciting brand to follow.

She already has her products featured in stores around the world, including London and New York, and recently added the TATE Liverpool to the list. But she’s not stopping there. Access and affordability remain an important part of Emma’s brand ethics, and she now holds regular workshops where members of the public are shown how to make their own concrete creation. studioemma.co.uk, Instagram @_studioemma

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ounded in 2011, Hilary Grant Knitwear was originally a one-woman show set up by Hilary after she graduated in textile design at art college in Dundee. Two years ago, she was joined by her partner Rob who is helping take the brand to new heights. Like Tom Pigeon, the designs are inspired by the unique environment of their studio – the big empty skies and dramatic landscape of Orkney. This, coupled with Rob’s background in architecture, results in beautiful graphic patterns where colour and scale work together to produce exquisite design. All the knitwear is produced in the Borders but products are shipped far beyond our shores to luxury department stores in Japan, USA and even Australia. This year, the couple are looking forward to appearances in New York with Craft Scotland and in Paris at Premiere Classe then later in 2019, they’ll be launching some new interior products from blankets to textiles. hilarygrant.co.uk; Instagram @hilarygrantknitwear

Harry Morgan, Roisin Connolly, Myer Halliday and Tom Pigeon are all featured in Custom Lane’s current Working Title exhibition, which runs until 20 January.

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wning a Chanel 2.55 or Hermes Birkin might be out of reach for most of us, but a quality designer handbag could be a worthwhile investment, transforming your wardrobe and lasting a lifetime. If you are considering a splurge, there are some investment rules.

“When you’re shopping in the sales, never buy something merely because of the bargain price point,” says personal stylist Laura Russell of Satisfashion. “Be practical, fit your lifestyle, avoid trends and look for neutral colours that work with your wardrobe.Try to stick to classic shapes, like a simple leather tote or a chic little saddle bag and timeless colours like tan, black or navy.”

“It’s worth considering all the shops too,” adds Laura.

“Even stores you think are out of your price range can be good places to pick up quality products at great prices during the sales.” Take Mulberry – window shopping might be all you’ve done at the British fashion boutique before but with 30 per cent off its iconic Bayswater bag this month (Rosewater reduced from £1,095 to £766), you might finally be tempted through the doors. “The Bayswater is a quality investment piece that’s been around since 2003,” says Lisa Paul, manager of Mulberry on Multrees Walk. “It has a simple structure, timeless design, quality craftsmanship and versatility so works for day or night. And if you go by the cost-per-wear formula, it’s a pretty worthwhile investment.”

The Mulberry Bayswater in Rosewater is reduced from £1,095 to £766 at mulberry.com

>>> The Cashmere Jumper

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hen it comes to winter warmers, nothing is more desirable than super soft cashmere. Luxurious, cosy and warm, cashmere knits hold their shape and - with the right TLC - can be passed from generation to generation.

For a lasting investment, choose a block colour in a classic design. The cashmere rails at Marks & Spencer, The White Company and Biscuit Clothing are all great places to pick up a beautiful sweater or cardigan in a style that will never date and fashion boutique Epitome of Edinburgh boasts its own signature cashmere range, Cameron Taylor.

“This Cameron Taylor Meri straight rib jumper (was £286, now £200) is a great investment piece as it offers a modern shape that remains timeless,” says head designer Lisa Taylor. “Crafted in Scotland from the highest quality cashmere, it’s something you’ll wear winter after winter.”

Cameron Taylor Meri straight rib jumper, was £286, now £200 at epitomeofedinburgh.com

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n essential for every wardrobe, a classic coat like a trench, camel or pea coat can last a lifetime if you choose wisely. “For traditional colourways like black, camel, navy, and red - colours that will always be ‘in’ - look at shops like Jaeger, LK Bennett and Hobbs for quality and classic styling,” says personal stylist Laura Russell.

Or for something that will transcend the seasons, go for a more lightweight fabric in a striking shade. “I love The Harris Wharf London coat in pink – the perfect shade if you live in a grey city like Edinburgh,” says Sarah Murray, owner of Jane Davidson. “The stylish coat - which is down from £330 to £195 - is British designed using Italian factories and is the perfect weight if you’re jumping in and out of the car. Just layer it up with a denim jacket underneath and a big scarf for warmth.”

Amanda Mitchell of Biscuit Clothing agrees that colour is essential. “Look out for Part Two Misty woollen coats in pink and blue. Stylish and timeless thanks to their easyto-wear shapes, they’ll be reduced by 50 per cent this month from £239.95 to £119.97.”

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Victoria Kader turned her dated Edinburgh flat into a cosy family home – and found a new passion in the process

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I LOVE HOW BOLD THE MASTER BEDROOM IS - IT HAS GROWN ON ME AFTER THE INITIAL SHOCK OF PAINTING EVERYTHING BLUE”

Photography by Cat Thomson

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hen she moved to Edinburgh from Hampshire two years ago, making her home in an unknown city was a daunting prospect for Victoria Kader. But throwing herself into an ambitious renovation certainly kept her busy, particularly as she took the reins herself.

“My husband had previously renovated a wreck of a flat which made him DIY averse whereas I’d just finished renovating what can only be described as a total dive in Southampton and had really enjoyed the process,” she says. “When we found this drawing room flat in a Victorian villa in Murrayfield, it had been lived in for 30 years by the same woman, and whilst well looked after, and ‘liveable’, it was so far from our taste, I was keen to overhaul everything… in one go.”

“Not knowing anyone when I moved here was also a driver behind the project as it gave me something to get stuck in to and take my mind off being so far from home,” remembers Victoria. Practically, the biggest issue she faced was not knowing any reliable local tradesmen: “I often wanted to bring people up from down south but being an accountant, I knew that would be totally uneconomical.”

“We accidentally ended up with a project manager by not asking the right questions,” she admits. “It turned out he couldn’t manage himself let alone the renovations so I found myself checking his every move and questioning his activities until one day he thankfully didn’t turn up.

“While this was a bigger project than my last renovation, most of the changes we made were cosmetic, although we did rewire the house and have new pipework laid whilst everything was stripped back.

“The biggest change we made was to the bathroom, where we removed a suspended ceiling which was concealing the original cornice and the top half of a sash window - despite the space above having absolutely nothing in it. It brought the ceiling height in line with the rest of the flat and added much needed light to the room. We also vastly changed the layout and managed to fit in a separate shower which changed our lives.

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“The majority of the messy works were completed within an eight to 10 week period, but we took another year to decorate and fix the snagging list. And I would be lying if I said we were completely finished now. Our son Jesse arrived unexpectedly early in October so his nursery was (and still is) a work in progress.

“If I had to choose a favourite room, it would be a toss-up between the living room and master bedroom.

For such a large space, the living room feels so cosy in winter but I also love how bold the master bedroom is - it has grown on me after the initial shock of painting everything blue.

“In some ways, the flat is still a blank canvas as I keep adapting the space to my changing ideas or favourite colour accents and textures - currently it’s all about anything blush pink and fluffy.”

So looking back, is there anything Victoria might have done differently? “I’d definitely have read the T&C’s of the tradesmen we took on more carefully,” she laughs. “I’ve learned lots of lessons along the way but the biggest is that I really enjoy doing the project management myself and I’d love to do more of it. I’m already looking for another renovation project but now Jesse’s here, it may have to wait a while. Or at least until I finish his nursery.”

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Victoria’s top 5 tips…

1. MAKE A BUDGET AND STICK TO IT I always have 10 per cent of the purchase price as a budget imprinted in my head, I don’t know where or when I decided this but have stuck to it with each of the properties I’ve renovated and it’s got me through so far.

2. SELL, SELL, SELL Rather than filling skips with things we didn’t want in the property, we sold everything we possibly could on Gumtree. The old kitchen we ripped out, peach bathroom suite, extra long curtains, leftover building materials; it all sells well in Edinburgh and adds a little extra to your budget.

3. GET WITH THE PROGRAM While it’s a good idea to retain period features where possible, it’s also wise to modernise a property

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5. BE CAREFUL WITH COLOUR It can be overwhelming to paint whole rooms in one bold shade straight away. Maybe consider painting everything white first unless you’re very certain on your colour scheme.

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DUE NORTH Tracey McCallum discovers there’s much more to Iceland than the Northern Lights

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ith a population of only 338,000, this cool and quirky island receives over two million visitors a year – that’s over six times the population. The big draw, of course, is the Northern Lights. This other worldly, colourful light phenomenon, also known as the Aurora Borealis, is seen in the skies above the northern Hemisphere.

As there’s no darkness between April and mid-August, the best time to see the lights is between September and early April when dark, clear nights are the perfect backdrop to the free light show. Of course, heading to Iceland in the depths of winter also means it’s pretty darn cold. Yes, even colder than Scotland.

Fortunately, at the Hotel Ranga, you’re guaranteed everything you need for a cosy stay, including the warmest of welcomes.

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Set within the stunning Icelandic countryside, south of Reykjavik and around 90 minutes from Keflavík International Airport, the luxurious timber lodge has welcomed the likes of the Kardashians and the Obamas. Inside, they’ve thought of everything. Huge comfy beds dominate the stylish bedrooms, private porches offer stunning views, hot tubs look out over the river, and snowsuits hang by the door so guests can layer up before braving the outdoors. You will want to venture out though, there’s so much to see and do here. If you’re unsure where to start, the hotel can book a guide from Midgard Adventure to tailor-make an itinerary and escort you on your travels.

The Golden Circle is a must-do day tour taking in Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall and the Geysir hot spring area, where you can get up close to boiling mud pits, exploding geysers and the spectacular Strokkur which spouts water 30 metres into the air every few minutes.

It’s also worth paying a visit to the Lava Centre where an interactive

exhibit showcases Iceland’s volcanic and earthquake activity. After all that explosive drama, swing by Ölvisholt Microbrewery for a look around and a pint or two. Beer was banned in Iceland until 1989 but microbreweries are now popping up all over the place and this little gem was set up in an old dairy shed by two neighbouring farmers.

If you’re feeling brave, Midgard also offer hiking, biking, snowmobile trips and all-day Super Jeep tours. These vehicles are monsters and perfect for getting off the beaten track, exploring the rough, dramatic, volcanic landscape. It’s up to your guide – and the unpredictable weather – which route you take. Ours took in the spectacular black sand beach at Landeyjafjara; the stunning Seljalandsfoss waterfall; and the dramatic caves and canyons of the Þórsmörk area. Keep your eyes peeled and you might be lucky enough to spot an Arctic fox (we did!) or some seals bobbing in the crashing waves of the North Atlantic.

Bringing our tour to a close, we drove up to the lava fields of Hekla, one of the most active volcanoes in

Northern Lights over Hotel Ranga

Iceland. It last erupted in 2000 and is due another eruption anytime soon.

Where the moss had grown over the lava rock, we took the opportunity to lie down for a while and marvel at the magnificence of Hekla looming above us. We might not have been lucky enough to see the Northern Lights during our trip to Iceland but in this magical, mystical place, only one thing is certain – you are completely at the mercy of nature.

Iceland Air flies to Keflavik International from Glasgow airport.

Rooms at Hotel Ranga start from €320.

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NEW SEASON BEAUTY Contour, sculpt and highlight with Clarins new Selfie Ready make-up collection. We’re obsessed with the highlighter and blusher Glow 2 Go Duo Stick, £26 (try Harmony 2 for just a hint of warm shimmer and a golden peach blush), but there’s also a gorgeous limited-edition eye palette and brilliant mattifying primer. On counter from 06 January.

BEAUTYNOTES Must try products and treatments

Three post-party pick me ups 1. Boost your beauty sleep with the potent new Beatitude Facial Night Oils. 100 per cent natural, the super charged lightweight oils combine the latest advanced bioactive oils to nourish and feed skin. £38 for 30ml at beatitudeproducts.co.uk 2. Packed with pink Himalayan salt, safflower and jojoba oil, the new Multi Mineral Bath Salts from Neom Organics work to restore, detoxify and balance your body. £38 from neomorganics.com 3. For younger, plumper, healthier skin add a daily dose of Skinade to your routine. The peach and mangosteen flavoured liquid supplement works from the inside out to nourish the lower layers of the skin. A 30day supply costs £105 at skinade.com.

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Featuring Lindsay Forsyth, founder of Bare Beauty Botanicals

The brand in a nutshell… we’re an Edinburgh based skincare and home fragrance company with nourishing products that are handmade in small batches using high quality plantbased and pure essential oils.

The reason I started the business… a hormonal imbalance badly impacted my skin and I realised the effects synthetic ingredients can have on your body so I created products derived from 100 per cent natural ingredients - no synthetic preservatives, parabens or harsh alcohols.

My top beauty tip is… use a face oil. Penetrating deep into the skin, trapping water and other moisturising goodness in, it also helps strengthen your natural barrier.

Three beauty essentials I can’t live without are… my French Green Clay mask, I use it weekly to deeply cleanse, brighten skin tone and help control acne breakouts. I also love my Regenerating face serum and YSL Touche Éclat is my go-to highlighter.

For more info, visit barebeautybotanicals.co.uk

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his latest offer from the Balmoral Spa has definitely been put together with the intention of chasing away the January Blues. The five-star hotel is offering i-on readers the chance to experience the new Irene Forte Skincare range and lunch at Brasserie Prince by Alain Roux with a spa pamper package, for the very reasonable price of £115 per person.

Inspired by Sicily and made by hand in Italy, Irene Forte Skincare is the Mediterranean diet for your skin. Each product has been carefully formulated with a matrix of natural active ingredients that are 100 per cent recognised by the body and create a decisive chain of benefits on the skin. The brand is sustainable from production to packaging, clean and highly effective.

TO BOOK Simply quote ION OFFER on booking.

To book, Tel: 0131 622 8880 or visit roccofortehotels.com/the-balmoral-hotel Terms and conditions; offer is valid from 03 January to 28 February 2019, subject to availability.

THE PACKAGE INCLUDES IRENE FORTE SKINCARE MEDITERRANEAN NOURISHING TREATMENT Start this 60 minute full body treatment with a double scrub using the creamy Apricot Body Scrub and Trapani Sea Salt Body Scrub to remove impurities and leave your skin twice as smooth.

Enjoy a full body massage using nourishing Sicilian oils, followed by the application of the White Wine Body Cream, leaving you relaxed and moisturised to perfection.

FULL USE OF THE SPA FACILITIES Including Turkish steam room, Finnish sauna, swimming pool and the fully-equipped Technogym gym.

A NUTRITIOUS TWO COURSE LUNCH Taken by the poolside or in Brasserie Prince by Alain Roux.

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Amanda Southey discovers the quickest way to a Hollywood smile

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wore braces as a child; it was a rite of passage: a mouth full of silver metal and refusing to smile until they came off. The real problem for me came later, at the grand old age of 41, when I realised my braces hadn’t actually worked and I’d grown up with what was affectionately known as a ‘snaggle tooth’. While I had mastered my best possible angle for photos and my crooked little tooth had become a part of me, it wasn’t a part of me I necessarily wanted to keep.

WHEN HE TOLD ME MY TEETH WOULD BE STRAIGHT IN FOUR MONTHS. I LAUGHED IN DISBELIEF” practically invisible. My first appointment was followed up with fortnightly visits where the braces were tightened and adjusted. Sometimes the tightening could feel a bit sore and it took a few days to get used to the pressure again but I managed to see the process through to the end.

And, trust me, if I can then anyone can.

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DENTAL DISCOVERY The trouble is I HATE the Dentist, so whilst the thought of having straight teeth appealed, I couldn’t quite bring myself to undergo treatment – that was until last year when a friend told me about cosmetic dentist Dr. Biju Krishnan, founder of CFAST (Cosmetically Focused Adult Straight Teeth), who was in Edinburgh for a few months over the summer. Apparently CFAST is faster, cheaper and less invasive than traditional methods of teeth straightening so I reasoned that there was no harm in going for a consultation and after meeting Dr Biju and hearing more about how he could help, I eagerly signed up for the treatment.

IN THE CHAIR I was so nervous on my first appointment and had so many questions which Dr Biju answered calmly and matter-offactly, to put me at ease. When the braces were fixed to my teeth, I was delighted to see they were clear, white and

THE BIG REVEAL 15 weeks on from our first meeting, it was time for Dr Biju to remove the braces and when he handed me the mirror to take a look, I burst into tears. The results are astonishing and for the first time in my life, I have perfect straight teeth. I just wish I had done this sooner.

NEED TO KNOW CFAST is available in Edinburgh at Cherrybank Dental Spa, 108-114 Dundas St, EH3 5DQ, Tel: 0131 516 8673; or in Glasgow at Dentistry on the Square, 12 Niddrie Square, G42 8QE, Tel: 0141 530 4212. For more information on the treatment, visit cfastresults.co.uk.

Prices start from £2,800. Payments can be spread out with interest free options and readers mentioning ‘i-on’ on booking will receive free tooth whitening as part of the package.

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HOW TO LOSE FAT… AND KEEP IT OFF

We asked Ross Paterson, owner of Scottish Gym of the Year, Synergy Group Fitness, for his top tips on sustainable fat loss

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REDUCE THE WHITE STUFF “Sugar is one of the biggest limiters to effective fat loss for a number of reasons,” says Ross Paterson, owner at Synergy.

“Here are the big three.”

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The body’s way of combating blood sugar spikes is to release insulin into your bloodstream. Insulin inhibits your body’s ability to break down fat tissue, making fat loss VERY difficult.

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It’s easier for our body to use sugar as fuel than our body’s fat stores. In a diet rich in sugar-based food and drink, there is literally no need for our body to try to burn fat for fuel. By simply reducing the amount of sugar we consume, we force our body to use our stored body fat as our main fuel source.

STAY HYDRATED

MIX IT UP

“We often confuse thirst with hunger and eat food instead of having a good drink of water. The next time you feel hungry, drink a couple of glasses of water and wait 20min. In a 2010 Virginia Tech study, two groups followed the same diet over 12 weeks, with one group drinking 500ml of water before each main meal. They lost an average of 5Ibs more per person than the other group.”

“Mix up the style and nature of your sessions. If you go to the gym and follow the same training plan without varying structure, content or intensity, the benefits will diminish significantly over time. And you’ll get as bored as hell or probably throw in the towel before you even reach that point. Change only comes when we challenge ourselves.”

BE CONSISTENT

“Making fitness and good nutritional choices part of your life, not just a quick fix, is about finding a form of fitness you enjoy in a place you enjoy being, with people you enjoy training with, and finding a nutritional structure which fits with your life.“

“We see it all the time when a client has a small treat on a Friday night, and thinks ‘screw it, I’ve done it now’.

Denying our cravings is the number one cause for tumbling off the ‘diet’ wagon. Having a treat is fine. In fact, it’s essential. The key is balance and moderation.”

MAKE FITNESS SOCIAL “The drop-off rate for users of the average gym is staggering. The self-motivation required to get off the couch, push yourself and stay motivated week in, week out is HUGE. We perform better when we are surrounded by positive, likeminded people. Recruiting a gym buddy or choosing a gym which specialises in results orientated, social fitness, will significantly improve your chances of sustainable fat loss and fitness success.”

FIND YOUR ZONE

Recently awarded Scottish Gym of the Year 2018 and the UK’s Functional Gym of the Year 2018, Synergy Group Fitness is a boutique, functional gym which specialises in results-oriented social fitness. Members are given tailored exercises specific to their needs and nutritional support to match, including their 90 day fat loss plan which helps you burn fat, build lean muscle and look great. You can try Synergy for free with a taster class credit.

35 West Bowling Green St, EH6 5NX and 9 Brewster Sq, EH54 9BJ, synergygroupfitness.co.uk

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It’s difficult to feel full from high sugar products.

Choosing lower GI (Glycaemic Index) foods, such as fruit, non-starchy veg and wholemeal grains, will fill and fuel you for longer.

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things you need to see at Celtic Connections

Now in its 26th year, Glasgow’s annual winter festival is about so much more than roots and folk music. David Pollock shares five of this year’s must-see shows…

Heir of the Cursed

Having recently supported postrock figureheads Mogwai at their intimate charity show in Glasgow’s SWG3, Dumfries-raised Beldina Odenyo Onassis is one of the most exciting new talents in Scotland. The songwriter and poet makes delicate, fragile rock ballads which highlight her sparse guitar playing, raw lyricism and spine-tinglingly powerful voice. Hug & Pint, Friday 18 January.

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Roaming Roots Revue: Abbey Road at 50

Lonesome Fire frontman and BBC Radio Scotland regular Roddy Hart returns with his Roaming Roots Revue, this year gathering a diverse bunch of talents together to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ Abbey Road album. Scottish star KT Tunstall (pictured); folk trio The Staves; and You Tell Me, a new group comprising Admiral Fallow’s Sarah Hayes and Field Music’s Peter Brewis are just a few of the acts paying tribute. Royal Concert Hall, Sunday 20 January.

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MUSIC

Underachievers Club: Lost Map

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Glasgow’s latest indie music night Underachievers Club joins forces with the Lost Map label, an Isle of Eigg-based output of eclectic alternative music for an all-day event shining a light on some of Scotland’s finest young bands. Underachievers’ founders Siobhan Ma and Craig Angus’ groups Happy Spendy and Savage Mansion (pictured) are on the bill, along with The Spook School, Mush, Rozi Plain, Calum Easter and Hairband. Glad Café, Saturday 19 January.

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John Grant

Formerly a cult success with his old band The Czars, Grant’s struggles with drugs and alcohol saw him fall into a wilderness period for the best part of a decade but he returned in 2010 with hugely acclaimed solo album Queen of Denmark (the first of five to date). Anyone who caught his heart-stopping festival performance will know the Colorado-raised songwriter’s live show is a singular experience showcasing his starkly confessional lyricism and enigmatic electro-rock instrumentation. King’s Theatre, Friday 01 February.

Celtic Connections takes place in various venues around Glasgow between 17 January and 03 February. For more information and full listings, go to celticconnections.com

5 Brave in Concert

Fans of the Scotland set Disney Pixar animation Brave will be able to experience the world premiere of a special live concert experience, featuring some of the musicians who performed on the score playing live while the film is shown onscreen. The live soloists - all Celtic Connections regulars – are Chris Stout, Lorne MacDougall, Jim Sutherland and Jarlath Henderson, backed by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra. Royal Concert Hall, Saturday 19 January.

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i-on food+drink

One for the road A zingy cold serve, this whisky based cocktail is a tasty take on the classic Gold Rush. Created by the bartenders at Nauticus, one of our favourite bars in Leith, you can make Gold Leith at home with 50ml Tullibardine Sovereign, 20ml Great British Vermouth, 15ml 2:1 Lyles Golden Syrup (two parts syrup to one part water), 15ml lemon juice and five dashes of orange bitters. Garnish with a lemon peel twist. Slรกinte!

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THE ROASTS WITH THE MOST Looking for the perfect place for Sunday lunch? We’ve found the best roasts on offer in the capital, whether you’re after a cosy family affair or an epic feast

Best for all the family...

THE PRINTING PRESS BAR & KITCHEN

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ach week, the clever chefs roast a sirloin of Tweed Valley beef as well as a special ‘bird’ or ‘beast’ and a veggie option. Everything is served family style so you can help yourself to as many extras as you like and you’re in luck if you have the little ones in tow - children under 12 eat for half the price and under fours feast for free.

Sundays from 12 noon - 5pm, £22.50 for two courses.

To book, Tel: 0131 240 7177 or visit printingpressedinburgh.co.uk

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FOOD AND DRINK

Best for city views...

TWENTY PRINCES STREET

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verlooking Edinburgh’s dramatic Old Town, the relaxing surrounds of Twenty Princes Street set the scene for a mouth-watering three-course feast that’s as concerned with provenance as it is with perfection.

Succulent beef from John Gilmour Butchers is accompanied by all the trimmings and an indulgent choice of sides.

Sundays from noon with individual roasts priced from £15 per person. To book, Tel: 0131 652 7370 or visit twentyprincesstreet.co.uk

Best for the perfect cut...

CHOP HOUSE

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ONE SQUARE

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ith everything from a build-your-own salad station to perfectly cooked cuts of meat, the Sunday roast at One Square is a bottomless buffet of delights. The potato dauphinoise and enormous fluffy Yorkshire puddings were so good we went back three (yes three!) times to top up our plates.

oasting a bespoke cocktail menu and an achingly cool décor, Chop House has fast become both the place to eat and the place to be seen. Excellent cuts of beef are cooked over an open charcoal grill and served with bone marrow gravy, roasters, honey roast root vegetables, buttery greens and a Yorkshire pudding. Everything that a roast should be.

Sundays from noon at the Leith, Brunstfield and Market Street restaurants, £18.50 per person. To book, visit chophousesteak.co.uk

Sundays from 12.30-2.30pm, £29 per person. To book, Tel: 0131 221 6422 or visit onesquareedinburgh.co.uk/en/sunday-lunch.

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An all-day brasserie & bar set in the heart of the iconic Scotsman Hotel.

Join us this winter from breakfast time all the way through to the wee hours, with live music and entertainment every evening.

- MOU L E S W E DNE S DA Y S Make a night of it with our house favourite rope grown moules frites and a carafe of wine for just ÂŁ24.95 per couple - JA Z Z T H U RS DA Y S Perfect for wrapping up late night shopping, cocktails and live jazz from 9pm - SA T U RDA Y A F T E RNOON T E A S E S S I ON Indulge in our famous handmade afternoon tea from ÂŁ19.95 per person, and enjoy the ambience of a live pianist from 2-5.30pm To find out more or book your table, visit grandcafeedinburgh.co.uk GrandCafeEdinburgh.co.uk 20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1TR

FEATURES FOOD AND DRINK

Best for the ultimate hangover cure...

THE OX

TWO MORE PLACES TO TRY…

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east on roast beef rib-eye, slow roast pork belly, or bay roasted leg of lamb served with roast potatoes, creamed leeks, roast carrots, green beans and buttered kale accompanied with a Bloody Mary or Bloody Nora (Bombay Gin, tomato juice, beetroot juice) - available in single or double measures depending on your Saturday night sins.

Roasts from £15.50. To book, Tel: 0131 556 9808 or visit theoxedinburgh.com.

Best for bubbles…

CUCINA

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n the words of i-on’s own Carrie Mitchell, the Sunday roast at Radisson Collection Hotel’s award-winning restaurant Cucina is “the best I’ve had in Edinburgh.”

Not a compliment given lightly from someone who has done her fair share of research. There’s a buffet of starters, followed by perfectly cooked beef served with all the trimmings, then a choice of classic desserts, as well as tea or coffee - and did we mention the never-ending glass of prosecco? Yep, this is right up our street.

THE SHEEP HEID INN Edinburgh’s oldest pub is one of the most atmospheric places to enjoy a Sunday roast. Best of all, you don’t have to choose between beef, pork or chicken, you can have them all with the special Sunday roast trio - Sirloin of beef, pork and chicken with crackling and stuffing wrapped in bacon. Bring it on. To book, Tel: 0131 661 7974 or visit thesheepheidedinburgh.co.uk KYLOE Crowned the best roast dinner in Scotland in 2016 and 2017, the Kyloe Sunday roast is served from 12.30 until 5pm. Book with three of your friends for the ultimate feed. That’s your own joint of borders roast rib of beef carved at the table, Yorkshire puddings, duck fat roasted potatoes, pan gravy, roasted organic root vegetables, creamed cabbage, hot horseradish cream then a classic pudding to share. (£100 for four). To book, Tel: 0131 229 3402 or visit kyloerestaurant.com

The Sparkling Brunch costs £35 per person, served from 12.30 until 3pm. To book, Tel: 0131 240 1666 or visit radissoncollection.com/en/royalmile-hotel-edinburgh/dining.

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It’s playtime!

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he most exercise you’d usually get down the pub is lifting your drink to your lips or elbowing your way to the front of the bar but thanks to a new trend for games like table tennis, pool and even crazy golf, your nights out are set to get a whole lot more active. In Glasgow, Hillhead Bookclub is the place to go for ping pong; there’s pool tables a-plenty at city centre joint Felson’s Cocktail Lounge & Stick Hall; and Fore Play over in Kinning Park has a nine-hole golf course alongside a bustling bar and streetfood. Discerning drinkers in Edinburgh can enjoy a game of table tennis alongside their martini in The Register Club’s secret Games Room.

Or for something a little more low-key (and loud), there’s a clutch of popular ping pong tables in Brunstfield’s Black Ivy, Akva in Fountainbridge and 4042 (formerly The Citrus Club). If you’re better at potting balls than bouncing them over a net, head to Eastside on George Street or Lucky Liquor Co for a game of pool. Or go truly old school with a skittles session on the original bowling alley hidden at the back of The Sheep Heid Inn.

50% off your food bill when dining from the à la carte menu.

Available from the 7th - 31st January INDIGO YARD - 7 days a week RABBLE - Sunday - Friday TIGERLILY - Sunday - Thursday + Friday until 5pm Booking in advance is required.

Not in conjunction with any other offer.

7 Charlotte Lane, EH2 4QZ 0131 220 5603 www.indigoyardedinburgh.co.uk

55a Frederick Street, EH2 1LH 0131 622 7800 www.rabbleedinburgh.co.uk

125 George Street, EH2 4JN 0131 225 5005 www.tigerlilyedinburgh.co.uk

BIT AT THE BACK

I AM THE ONLY FEMALE IN MY FIELD, BUT IT SHOULDN’T MATTER IF YOU’RE MALE OR FEMALE. YOU SHOULD ONLY BE JUDGED ON THE WORK YOU DO”

I WAKE UP... …around 6am and go to the gym. Sometimes it’s a struggle as I am not a morning person but if I get up and get moving as early as I can, I get a lot more out of my day.

Afterwards, my fiancée and I eat breakfast together – usually eggs and avocado on toast.

FIRST THINGS FIRST... …my journey to work is different every day as I travel a lot. I live in Fife but over the last few years I’ve spent so much time flying, tubing and driving over the UK and Europe. If I’m in Scotland, I’ll drive to meetings. If I need to be in the Midlands, I’ll jump on a train. If I am going to London, I’ll fly from Edinburgh.

A TYPICAL DAY... …my role is to offer professional support to businesses, which keeps their employees inspired and motivated. I consult on matters around payroll, workplace pensions,

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF…

I GOT THE JOB... …through an old boss of mine. We had both moved on to other things and he recommended me to the company. I am forever grateful to him; I’ve grown a lot in my career since taking this job.

Business Development Consultant and former Big Brother housemate Karly Ashworth

AFTER HOURS... …when I get home from work, I’ll sometimes take a class at the gym or go running with a friend then I always cook a proper dinner. I try to make everything from scratch - my favourite dish is vegetable Thai curry.

perks and business protection. I know how challenging it can be running your own business and it’s fulfilling to know I can give them the tools and support to sleep easier at night.

LIGHTS OUT...

I’m trying to spend less time on social media but I usually find myself checking emails and scrolling through Instagram before bed. I don’t watch TV much but do like to listen to new releases on Spotify. It helps me unwind before I go to sleep.

Escape to One Spa You’ll find us in the heart of the city, adjacent to the five-star Sheraton Grand Hotel.

Escape busy city life and step into a world of relaxation when you explore the possibilities on offer at Scotland’s most renowned urban thermal spa experience.

Unwind in our iconic rooftop Hydropool to start your journey to wellbeing and rejuvenation. Find inner calm in our newly refurbished Thermal Suite, an unrivalled range of uplifting water, salt and

heat experiences designed to help you rebalance and refresh your body and mind.

Indulge in a soothing Spa Treatment and put your relaxation above everything else at Edinburgh’s ultimate spa experience.

Visit onespa.com to see more.

8 Conference Square, Edinburgh EH3 8AN T: 0131 221 7777 onespa.com

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