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What’s On? The Royal Highland Show leads the early summer line-up

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Contents ISSUE #16 JUNE-JULY 2018

INSIDE THE MAGAZINE

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The marvellous Macallan in Lalique

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A day in the life...

Sandor Molnar is Hotel du Vin’s resident wine man

.26 The Newbies Six new arrivals on the capital culinary scene reviewed

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The Auld Alliance The Editor picks his six favourite French restaurants in the capital

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Iconic building Surgeon’s Hall Museums is a grand building filled with medical artefacts

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My garden

A gorgeous old mill house garden in Temple village

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Street style

Spotting the most stylish Edinburgers

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In safe hands

Calligrapher and painter Susie Leiper is our style icon

.14 Boho Broughton From witchcraft to foodies and designer boutiques, Broughton Street’s transformation has been startling

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Fun shirts from Gibson and Birkbeck

Inside a glorious Georgian flat on Royal Terrace

Get shirty

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A weekend away Beaches, fine food and cows – a long weekend in Jersey

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Beauty Make sure you’re summer ready and check out our latest spa and product reviews

Snuffle the truffle Searching for black gold in the capital

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What’s on

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All that Social scene capital’s movers glitters The and shakers and all Try out jewellery making

Enjoy life in the capital more with our events guide

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Property

Three aspirational townhouses and the latest facts and figures

the best parties

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My Edinburgh Scotland’s very own celeb chef Tony Singh talks us through a life lived and loved in Leith and Edinburgh

EDITOR: Richard Bath CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Heddy Forrest SENIOR DESIGNER: Damian McGee GRAPHIC DESIGNER: Amanda Richardson ARTWORKER: Andrew Balahura PRODUCTION CONTROLLER: Madeleine Smith PHOTOGRAPHER: Angus Blackburn STAFF WRITERS: Morag Bootland, Crystal Chesters, Kenny Smith INTERNS: Federica Stephani, Hannah McGeechan, Indigo Stafford SALES DIRECTOR: Brian Cameron SENIOR SALES: Shona Smith SALES & MARKETING ASSISTANT: Alasdair Peoples Published by Wyvex Media Ltd. While SF Edinburgh is prepared to consider unsolicited articles, transparencies and artwork, it only accepts such material on the strict understanding that it incurs no liability for its safe custody or return. The views and opinions expressed in this magazine do not necessarily reflect those of Wyvex Media Ltd.

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FASHION TRUFFLE HUNTING

Truffle hunter extraordinaire Max gives his nose a workout.

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Snuffle the truffle Truffle production in Scotland may still be in its infancy, but Edinburgh is ahead of the game and already finding buried black gold WORDS BY MO R AG B O O TL AND

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TRUFFLE HUNTING

Clockwise from top: Dr Paul Thomas downloads data from the Edinburgh site; the first truffles found in Scotland arrive at Inver restaurant in Argyll; black gold; springer spaniel Max is on the scent of a truffle.

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hen you imagine hunting for truffles you may well picture a stereotypically brusque and weathered Frenchman, sporting fewer digits than he was born with, following a huge hairy pig as it grunts and sniffs its way around an ancient Provençal oak forest. Or perhaps that’s just me?

If it’s you too then you may be surprised to hear that there is a truffle plantation, in a top secret

‘The first Scottish truffles were found on the Edinburgh site late last year’ location, a mere 30 minutes’ drive from Edinburgh city centre. Dr Paul Thomas is the scientist behind this plantation and 30 others in the UK. In fact he has trees planted in 23 countries around the world.

‘We’ve got trees as far afield as Nepal,’ he tells me. Paul provides the trees, which he creates in his facility and which have the truffle fungus growing symbiotically in their root systems. The fungus helps the tree to grow by providing nourishment and the tree gives sugar to the fungus in 8 |

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return. The trees – oak, hazel, beech and birch – are then planted and should produce truffles within six years.

Paul visits each of his sites regularly to collect data from monitoring stations and keep an eye on his trees. ‘Truffles like alkaline soil, which there’s not much of in Scotland, so we dig in SF EDINBURGH

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limestone,’ says Paul. He monitors soil moisture, temperature and water uptake in order to pool data from the Edinburgh site with those of his other sites around the world and see what he can learn.

The first Scottish truffles were found on the Edinburgh site late last year by Joyce and the talented nose of her springer spaniel Max. Training Max was easy after Joyce found his motivation. ‘Max knows that if he indicates a truffle he will get his tennis ball,’ says Joyce. ‘He’s worked out that it’s quicker to find a truffle than find a tennis ball.’

Because the Edinburgh plantation is fairly new, Joyce will plant ‘hot-pots’ – little boxes with a tiny bit of truffle in them – for Max to find.

This ensures that he gets his reward and keeps him motivated.

Last year, Max found around 12 trees that were producing around 24 truffles, weighing around half a kilo in total. But it’s still early days for the Edinburgh plantation, which was planted in 2011, so it may be several years before it goes into full production. ‘It really is like looking for a needle in a haystack,’ laughs

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Joyce. ‘But we do it for the sheer joy of it.’ Max certainly seems to be having fun as he runs around manically, with his nose pressed tight to the ground.

Truffles are a valuable commodity, with prices as high as £1,000 per kilo, but we’re not the only species who prize their rich, umami flavour.

‘Boars will take them,’ says Paul. ‘Although there are no boars here, squirrels and mice will certainly take the odd one. Truffles want to be eaten – that’s why they smell

‘Truffles are a valuable commodity with prices as high as £1,000 a kilo’ so good and that’s how they distribute their spores.’

The truffles growing in Scotland are native to the UK. This variant is mainly found in Europe but the best ones come from Northern Europe. The UK, Sweden and the mountains of Romania produce the most intense flavours, while the ones grown in Italy and southern Spain are milder with less aroma.

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The first truffles Max found in the Edinburgh plantation went to Inver restaurant in Argyll and Tom Kitchin in Edinburgh. ‘The plan is to keep the truffles found here local,’ says Paul.

‘When you lift them out of the ground the flavour diminishes quickly, so the quicker you get them to the restaurant, the stronger the flavour.’

Pam, who runs Inver, was delighted to use Scottish-grown truffles. ‘The truffles arrived in December 2017. If you’re the sort of cook who likes to be able to engage with ingredients whose provenance you know well, it’s amazing to finally add the very special flavour of truffle to the Scottish larder.’ www.mycorrhizalsystems.com Above: Max helps Paul inspect the plantation.

Inset: The first Scottish truffles appeared on a dish called ‘aged gigha halibut, overripe pear and sauce vin jaune’ at Inver restaurant.

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THE MACALLAN IN LALIQUE 65 YEAR OLD With only 450 bottles of its kind made, this 65 year old is one for the collection. Said to be beautifully rich, viscous and aromatic, this 70cl bottle from Speyside is celebrating the heart of the Macallan brand. £49,995 from www.thewhiskyworld.com

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Boho Broughton From a village with links to the occult, to one of Edinburgh’s most popular eating, drinking and shopping areas, Broughton Street has a diverse and rich history W O RDS BY F E DE RI CA S TE FANI I L LU S T RAT I O N BY AL I S O N HOGG

Looking up Broughton Street there are a wealth of shops, restaurants and bars.

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INSIDE FASHION EDINBURGH Clockwise from top left: Broughton means ‘farm beside the brook’; the view from Broughton Street Lane; Mansfield Traquair was once a church but is now a popular wedding and events venue; blooms outside Narcissus flower shop; an ancient map showing Broughton Burn; the mortar and pestle outside the pharmacy on Broughton Street.

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rom witches to foodies, Broughton Street has seen quite a radical change in the nature of the people populating its surroundings throughout the centuries.

The street is the main artery of what was formerly the village of Broughton, located just outside the city of Edinburgh.

Its name comes from the Anglian ‘broc tun’, meaning ‘farm beside the brook’. In fact, although now completely hidden from view, the Broughton Burn flowed across Broughton Street, starting from York Place and streaming towards Pilrig, where it joined the Water of Leith.

‘The street is the main artery of what was formerly the village of Broughton’ Broughton was at first part of the lands that King David I conceded to Holyrood Abbey in 1128. However, with the Reformation, properties that once belonged to the spiritual authorities shifted to non-religious owners, and the village turned into a feudal barony under the Justice-Clerk of King James IV, Sir Lewis Bellenden.

In 1730, Broughton Street and Broughton Street Lane gave shelter to a group of Huguenots fleeing France after the Edict of Nantes – which granted protection to Protestants within the kingdom – was revoked in 1685. This community, mainly composed of silk-weavers, settled in a colony 16 |

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The Witches’ Haunt The Barony of Broughton was made famous in the Middle Ages by the harsh oppression of people that were found guilty of practicing necromancy and witchcraft.

Residents labelled as witches and wizards were often incarcerated in Broughton’s tolbooth, where the Baron’s courts were held. Here they were tried and then made the subject of a public execution.

In his book, History of the Barony of Broughton, published in 1867, John MacKay reports of trials from that time: ‘A warlock, named Hamilton, who was tried on 22nd January, 1630, confessed to have begun his career from meeting the devil in Kingston Hills, Haddingtonshire, and had then engaged to serve him – had the power of making the devil appear, by striking on the ground three times with a fir stick, and that he appeared on these occasions in the form of a dog, cat, or crow; that he had attended many witches’ meetings, and he thereupon accused several women as witches, whom he said had been present with him at these sederunts.’

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INSIDE FASHION EDINBURGH Looking up Broughton Street towards York Place.

which was then known as Picardy Village, and contributed to the development of the area. Broughton also had its own tollbooth, which once stood at the crossroads with Barony Street, and housed both the court and the jail. Built in the late 16th century, the building was eventually demolished in 1829.

The street and its surroundings were progressively absorbed by the expansion of Edinburgh during the 19th century at the time of the development of the New Town, making Broughton Street a main route between the new settlement and the historic centre.

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village. A number of churches and schools were built, such as No 32, which was originally built as a George Heriot District School in 1853, and whose facade was first replaced by shops when the school closed in 1889.

The street is also a landmark in the history of the LGBT community, hosting the first LGBT centre outside the US at No 58-60. The community centre opened back in 1974 and it’s the only building owned by LGBT in the UK. Politically speaking, the street was also the scene of heated protests when the Lothian Regional Council Social Work Committee decided to close the Broughton Unemployed Workers Centre at 103 Broughton Street back in 1994. The building was then taken over for what ended up being a six-month-long occupation.

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‘Broughton Street owes its peculiar character to a sense of identity and belonging’

Above: Broughton St Mary’s Parish Church.

Below right: As Broughton village was incorporated into Edinburgh its small buildings and cottages were replaced by Georgian and Victorian houses.

Broughton Street has since evolved into a thriving place for people who love a good nibble and a sip sitting in a picturesque, bohemian atmosphere. Shoppers can get lost in the independent boutiques. From Kathy’s Knits to Nice Stuff, there’s a wee emporium for everyone’s taste, while florist Narcissus fills the corner with colour and aroma.

Meat lovers should head on a pilgrimage to No 97, where butcher Crombies of Edinburgh holds the key to the perfect sausage. Coffee aficionados can rejoice too and appease their taste buds with a hot drink at Artisan Roast, a pioneer of coffee roasting in Scotland.

Broughton Street is also the perfect place if you are looking for a pint, with the Barony Bar one of the venues that

stands out. A cosy, laid-back pub right in the middle of the street, it featured in the 2010 animation movie The Illusionist, which captured Edinburgh life in the 1950s. And, when summer allows for sipping a pint outdoors, the Outhouse on Broughton Street Lane offers a great beer garden.

If you are looking for wines and spirits, Vino is the place and Villeneuve Wines is another go-to place for quality booze shopping. On the cocktail front, Treacle offers colourful drinks and filling, tasty breakfasts.

The future seems nothing but bright for Broughton Street, with chef Scott Smith soon to move there from his award-winning restaurant Norn in Leith, to his brand-new project, Fhior.

Summer is also a time for celebration, with the annual street party beginning on 23 June. While constantly innovating and evolving, Broughton Street owes its peculiar character to a sense of identity and belonging that it has managed to preserve throughout its history, making it a unique spot in the city’s landscape.

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SHOPPING WITH SHONA

Broughton Street Whether you’re eating, drinking or shopping, this hilly road on the fringes of the New Town is one of the most vibrant and up-and-coming quarters of central Edinburgh

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Destination Broughton Street It’s all happening on Broughton St CROMBIES OF EDINBURGH In this day and age there aren’t many places where you can buy genuine hand-crafted artisanal meat products.

Crombies offer a huge selection of speciality sausages, superb steak pies, traditional dry-cured bacon, haggis, and many kitchen-ready products, all complemented by their Deli department. You can rely on Crombies to source the best Scottish meats. Tel: 0131 557 0111, www.sausages.co.uk

REAL FOODS With stores on Broughton Street and Brougham Street, Real Foods has been selling natural, organic, vegetarian, vegan, free-from and Fairtrade foods in Edinburgh for more than 40 years. If you need healthy foods and can’t get into the city, then order all you need online at www.realfoods.co.uk and get free delivery for all orders worth £29 and over. See website for terms. Tel: 0131 556 1772, www.realfoods.co.uk

LIFE STORY Life Story is a Scandinavian design-led store focussing on homewares, jewellery and stationery, and incorporating a small coffee bar area. The curated selection of Scandinavian, minimalist design and lifestyle products makes for inspirational browsing. Tel: 0131 629 9699, www.lifestoryshop.com Photo: ©@wearetrouva

ROLLO ROLLO is a distinctive wine bar and restaurant at the top of Broughton Street. Expect a fabulous mix of flavours served tapas style and a champagne & cocktail bar with over 22 wines by the glass. The lighting is low… the vibe is high.

Wine. Dine. Share. Tel: 0131 556 5333, www.barrollo.com

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NARCISSUS FLOWERS Founded in 1997, Narcissus is Edinburgh’s top florist for cutting-edge botanical design. Central to bohemian Broughton street for 20 years the shop hosts an unrivalled display of beautiful, fresh flowers perfect for an array of bouquets as well as many unusual plants, unique vases and one-off designs. Specialising in creative design for weddings and events, for private clients and Edinburgh’s leading businesses, Narcissus provides a unique service.

Tel: 0131 478 7447, www.narcissusflowers.co.uk

L’ESCARGOT BLEU Enjoy authentic French dishes using the best of Scottish produce in the splendor of l’escargot bleu’s classic dining room. With traditional French hospitality bestowed upon you from the minute you walk through the door to the moment you’re bid ‘bonne journée’, this AA rosette-awarded restaurant will leave you feeling like you’ve experienced a little bit of France in the middle of Edinburgh. Monday-Saturday,12:00-2:30pm and 5:3010:30pm. Sunday, closed.

Tel: 0131 557 1600, www.lescargotbleu.co.uk

ROSEVEAR TEA Rosevear Tea is a family-run Edinburgh based tea merchants with a selection of more than 100 leaf teas on offer, including directly sourced teas and exclusive blends.

You will also find a large choice of teapots, cups and all things tea – as well as a complimentary gift wrapping service. Expect a friendly welcome. Tel: 0131 558 2530, www.roseveartea.co.uk

THE BASEMENT BAR The concept is a simple one – freshly prepared restaurant food with a Mexican influence in a lively bar atmosphere.

The Basement Bar brings you the best produce sourced from local butchers, fishmongers and grocers. A handpicked drinks list ensures they offer a wide variety of mezcals, tequilas, beers, wines and all other spirits for you to enjoy. Tel: 0131 557 0097, www.basement-bar-edinburgh.co.uk

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF...

A day in the life of...

Sandor Molnar, the resident font of knowledge on all things wine related at Hotel du Vin WORDS BY MORAG BOOTL AN D PHOTOGRA PHED BY A NGUS BLAC K B URN

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orking in the wine industry is a never-ending learning curve for the sommelier at Hotel du Vin, Hungarian wine guru Sandor Molnar.

‘When you’re studying wine there is always something to learn,’ he says.

Studying for exams, blind tastings and trying to find the best pairings for the chef ’s offerings keep him constantly on his toes.

Sandor works on the restaurant floor throughout the year but is particularly busy in the summer as Edinburgh welcomes legions of tourists, who are keen to tap into his knowledge.

Checking orders from ten different wine suppliers, filling shelves and fridges and ensuring there are no shortages of any of the 215 different wines in the hotel’s cellar, are daily tasks.

Sandor hosts regular wine tastings where he enjoys showcasing the diversity of old and new world wines. He also enjoys pairing wines for themed wine tasting dinners. ‘For example we have a

dinner planned on 28 May which is all about bubbles,’ says Sandor. ‘We will have six sparkling wines from all around the world and it will be hosted by one of the UK’s master sommeliers, Nigel Wilkinson. So as well as me talking about the wines we will have his expertise.

There are only about 350 people in the world who are master sommeliers.’

‘Sandor hosts regular tastings showcasing the diversity of wine’ Sandor enjoys travelling and visiting vineyards. ‘I’ve been to Rioja and to Germany quite a few times,’ he says. ‘As well as having the theoretical knowledge you need to have hands-on experience of being at the vineyards and seeing how they make their wines.’ Getting a better understanding of the wines he is serving and immersing himself in his business seems the ultimate pleasure for Sandor.

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Sandor samples one of the 215 wines on Hotel du Vin’s wine list.

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RESTAURANT FASHION REVIEWS

Six by Nico 97 Hanover St, New Town EH2 1DJ Six by Nico has long been a phenomenon in Glasgow, where it went from being a small neighbourhood restaurant to something of a culinary sensation after moving to the foodie hotspot of Finnieston. That runaway success has been replicated in Edinburgh, where Scots-Italian chef Nico Simeone’s cosy 70-cover restaurant on the site of Passorn Thai is stowed out virtually every evening of the week.

Simeone, who has worked at Number One at the Balmoral, and at Glasgow’s premier posh restaurant the Chardon d’Or, has brought his unique schtick to Edinburgh and has found a highly receptive audience for his innovative approach. This includes six-week runs of themed menus, which have included childhood favourites, illusions, a forest, New York and the magic of Disney films.

The current theme is Willy Wonka, but our inaugural menu featured a remarkable modern six-course take on the traditional chippy. This started with ‘chips & cheese’ (parmesan espuma, crisp potato, curry oil), a wonderful take on ‘scampi’ (monkfish cheek, pea ketchup, herb pesto, bergamot), ‘steak pie’ (beef shin, caramelised onions), ‘fish supper’ (cod, beer, mussels, fennel, samphire), ‘smoked sausage’ (pork, salt-baked celeriac, caramelised apple) before rounding off with wonderful ‘deepfried Mars bar’ dessert (chocolate sorbet, orange, nougat).

With television screens that connect to cameras in the open-plan kitchen and show Simeone plating-up each dish, our meal was never dull. Throw in an impressive selection of paired wines, excellent service, a vibrant atmosphere, and some stellar food – my favourite was the ‘scampi’, which was paired with a nice Picpoul de Pinet – and you know that you’re onto something special. Add to that prices that come to just £28 for a six course meal (plus £25 if you want paired wines) and you have all the ingredients for a major success story, which is exactlywhat Six by Nico is. RB 0131 225 5050 | www.sixbynico.co.uk/edinburgh

Ransacked Black Oven 27-29 Marshall Street, Newington EH8 9BJ This Persian-inspired street food restaurant evolved from a mobile kitchen touring festivals and markets. RBO’s new home seems to be attracting a good mix of diners, from students to tourists. The food is tasty and in the main healthy, with good vegan, veggie and gluten-free options. The filling chicken shawarma salad came with tasty tabbouleh. The goat meat in the kebab was tender and well spiced. Friendly service, cracking sourdough and great hummus make this a fun place to feast. MB 0131 667 7001 | www.ransackedblackoven.co.uk 26 |

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The Newbies

The SF Edinburgh reviewing team sample six of the best new restaurants on the capital’s dining scene Reviews by Richard Bath, Morag Bootland, Crystal Chesters, Madeleine Smith, Amanda Richardson

Casa de Mara 14 Eyre Place, New Town EH3 5EP There are plenty of Spanish restaurants in Edinburgh but if you want an authentic Catalan meal, Casa de Mara is the place to go. To start, we enjoyed melt-in-your-mouth croquettes and gooey-centred truita de patates (potato tortilla), while the calamars farcits (squid filled with prawns, squid, egg and almonds) was a personal favourite. The comforting main course – escudella de carn d’olla (chicken meatballs, stock, chickpeas and pasta) – was rounded off with a silky crema catalana. CC

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RESTAURANT REVIEWS

Papillon 84 Commercial Street, Leith EH6 6LX Papillon is the newest addition to the Commercial Quay area of Leith. With plush décor, relaxed atmosphere and a diverse menu, there is lots to love, such as the satay prawns, with a delicate and fresh peanut flavour. The goat’s cheese bonbons, served with beetroot and treacly balsamic glaze, were just as tasty, but it was the stunning Picanha steak, cooked to perfection in the authentic Brazilian style and melting in the mouth, that was the standout dish. To finish, the cranachan was a delightful mix of flavour and texture –raspberry coulis, ice cream, biscuity crumble and meringue. A real treat. MS 0131 554 3099 | www.papillonedinburgh.co.uk 28 |

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NEW RESTAURANTS

Chop House 88 Bruntsfield Place, Bruntsfield EH10 4HG All of a sudden, Bruntsfield is the place to be. Tom Kitchin is soon to open there, and it appears that the curly-haired impressario is being followed by Uncle Tom Cobley and all his foodie mates. However, Michael Spink and Mark Fraser have beaten them all to it with the third – and biggest – incarnation of Chop House following on from successful launches in Leith and in the Market Street arches behind Waverley Station.

The decor at this 40-seater temple to the not-so-humble steak follows the usual Chop House recipe: pared back with industrial flourishes, burnished metal, orange banquettes and stools, an impressive bar and a faint but unmistakable hipster ambience. Upstairs at this restaurant built on the site of the unlamented Tribeca, the tables have views over Bruntsfield Links, while downstairs will be cosy and perfect in mid-winter. There’s also an eight-seater ‘Captain’s Table’ on the basement level.

If Spink and Fraser have kept to the Chop House script when it comes to the decor, they’ve also done the same with the food, which is a sensible course of action given how successful they’ve been elsewhere.

I’ve previously found that the quality is remarkably consistent across the group, and their third restaurant certainly maintains that record.

Our two starters of scallop and pig cheek with apple and celeriac coleslaw, then crab cake with chipotle hollandaise, were excellent, but then so too were both main courses. The 350g rib eye with dripping chips was beautifully marbled and aged, while the roast sirloin (it was Sunday lunchtime) was sumptuously pink, and served with bone marrow gravy, mediocre roast spuds, seriously good honey roast root veg, buttered greens and a Yorkshire pudding the size of a brick. What’s not to like – apart from maybe the price, which remains unapologetically aspirational. But like all of the best things in life, it was worth it. RB 0131 629 6565 | www.chophousesteak.co.uk

Miss Woo’s 7 Bernard St, Leith EH6 6PW If you are in dire need of some deliciously fluffy pulled pork bao buns and quirkily named cocktails (my favourite being ‘ObiWan Negroni’), then Miss Woo’s in Leith is for you. So what did we have to eat? What didn’t we eat is more like it... The Japanese ramen, spicy Korean wings and succulent dumplings were all extremely tasty, but the best dish for me had to be the burnt end dirty fries topped with beef, pork, bacon, peach and porter. I’m a sucker for all things oriental and was delighted to discover the Geisha-inspired decor also impressed. I’ll be back. AR 0131 554 4053 | www.facebook.com/misswoosedinburgh SF EDINBURGH

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SIX FASHION OF THE BEST

The Auld Alliance After listing our six favourite bistros and brasseries in an earlier issue, here are half a dozen of Edinburgh's premier cru French restaurants

La Garrigue If you're looking for classic Gallic gstronomy, then this charming restaurant behind Waverley Station may not be for you. This establishment was the lovechild of chef-patron Jean Michel Gauffre and remains unashamedly dedicated to the food of the Languedoc region. Try the stuffed rabbit leg with a walnut wine sauce, or the casserole of confit duck with Toulouse sausage, pork belly and lingot beans.

0131 557 3032 | 31 Jeffrey Street | www.lagarrigue.co.uk

Le Roi Fou This relative newcomer just off Broughton Street has been busy making a name for itself in a packed marketplace. Ambitious yet unpretentious French cuisine from chef patron Jerome Henry sees him using the best Scottish ingredients.

If you're feeling flush, try the six-course tasting menu with paired wines: it's a rare treat (but ÂŁ90 each).

If you're strapped, the pretheatre is decent value. The wine list is interesting and predominantly French.

Chez Jules The other restaurants on this list are all fairly pricey, but this city centre basement eaterie is exceptional value. Owned by Pierre Levicky (of Pierre Victoire fame), it provides good bistro favourites at sensible prices. Noisy and invariably packed, it features checked tablecloths and candles in bottles but doesn't come across as contrived. My favourite is the skirt steak in a peppercorn sauce with fries for ÂŁ9.90.

0131 226 6992 | 109 Hanover Street | www.chezjulesbistro.com

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Cafe St Honoré Neil Forbes is one of Scotland's best-known chefs, and in his beautifully evocative little city centre restaurant hidden away down a cobbled lane you feel like you're back in Paris. Lauded for his emphasis on sustainability and provenance, Forbes is also a mean chef but don't expect classic French cuisine – this is avowedly Scottish food with Gallic flourishes.

The wine list is superb while the dim lighting and exquisitely Parisian decor make this a wonderful place for a quiet tete-a-tete. A wealth warning: it's not cheap.

0131 557 1600 | 56 Broughton Street | www.lescargotbleu.co.uk

L'Escargot Bleu If I have a go-to place when I eat out in Edinburgh, it is this fantastic little Broughton Street restaurant.

Fred Berkmiller's refreshingly traditional take on French cuisine means that if you want snails, foie gras, horse steaks and tarte tatin, this is where to come. But then the same is true if you are after a faultless boeuf bourgignon or coq au vin. Atmospheric, authentic and completely free of gastronomic cliches, L'Escargot Bleu – like its West End sibling L'Escargot Blanc – has built up a hard core of Francophile devotees, and if you give it a try you'll soon realise why.

0131 226 2211 | 24 NW Thistle St Ln | www.cafesthonore.com

Maison Bleue One of the grandees of the Edinburgh dining scene after 20 years on picturesque Victoria Street, this Old Town favourite mixes French cuisine with North African influences to produce memorable dishes.

Whether you're after classic French dishes, tagines, or a fusion of the two, all the food here is wonderful (there are also some Asian influences). The threestorey warren of a building dates back to the fifteenth century and is a joy. There are also new branches of Maison Bleue in Morningside and the West End. 0131 226 1900 | 36-38 Victoria St | www.maisonbleuerestaurant.com

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EDINBURGH FOODIES

Edinburgh foodies Eat and drink your way around the capital this summer

#1 Dine’s new weekend champagne lunch experience is finally here. Dine with Fizz is available every Saturday and Sunday lunchtime for just £42.50 per couple. Enjoy a gourmet three course meal each plus a glass of the iconic Devaux Grand champagne. Or why not indulge with a bottle for £69.50 per couple? Tel: 0131 218 1818, www.dineedinburgh.co.uk

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#2 A Stockbridge institution for over 20 years, Patisserie Florentin specialises in delicious, homebaked cakes and quiches, locally-sourced pastries and soups, and made-to-order sandwiches. Try the croque croissant for breakfast, or the epic club sandwich for lunch. Free wi-fi, local artist exhibitions and dogfriendly. Find the cafe at 5 North West Circus Place.

Tel: 0131 220 0225, www.patisserieflorentin.com

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#3 Pizzeria 1926 is the sister restaurant of Locanda de Gusti, owned and run by chef Rosario Sartore and his wife Maria. All the ingredients used at Pizzeria 1926 are fresh and simple. The very best varieties of tomatoes, burrata, mozzarella, sausage, flour and olive oil are imported from Italy, whilst meat, seafood and vegetables are sourced as locally as possible. Tel: 0131 337 5757, www.pizzeria1926.com

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#4 The Royal Scots Club prides itself in delivering an exquisite dining experience to its guests.

Their private dining and restaurant menus celebrate local produce and traditional Scottish flavours. The Abercromby Dining Room is open for breakfast and dinner for non-members.

Tel: 0131 556 4270, www.royalscotsclub.com

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Affordable tasty dishes, taking inspiration from Persia and beyond, are served from the Ransacked wood fired oven.

Whether you are vegan, gluten intolerant or a full-on carnivore, this place offers a casual feasting experience for all.

EAT IN, OUT OR TAKEAWAY 27-29 Marshall St, Edinburgh EH8 9BJ Open every day 10am-10pm www.ransackedblackoven.co.uk

WE’RE TAKING DINING OUTDOORS When the good weather is upon us, we’re ready with our beautiful outdoor spaces for some al fresco dining.

Tastefully decorated the courtyard is a cosy summer destination perfect for after work drinks (punch bowls, all round) or a light lunch with your friends.

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#5 Odds & Ends is a spacious, comfortable, dog-friendly cafe in Polwarth. They serve quality coffee and tea, Union of Genius soup, sandwiches, quiche and a selection of delicious sweet treats, including the ever-popular vegan mint slice. While you enjoy your coffee, browse art exhibitions or the mini charity jumble sale.

Find the cafe at 8 Polwarth Crescent.

Tel: 0131 228 1898, www.oddsandendscoffee.com

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#6 Amidst the culture, history and breathtaking sights, Hotel du Vin lies just off the bustling Royal Mile, between the iconic castle and Holyrood Palace. At the Bistro du Vin there is a focus on fresh, tasty, well-made French inspired dishes. The result is an appetising and intriguing menu that the Hotel du Vin team are passionate about and hope you enjoy. Book on: 0131 247 4900, www.hotelduvin.com

#7 #8 Hailed AA Restaurant of the Year Scotland, The Dining Room at 28 Queen Street offers an informal and unique dining experience steeped in French classicism.

Diners can enjoy a spring menu du jour offer – three courses and a glass of Charles Heidsieck champagne – for only £49 per couple. Book lunch Thursday-Saturday or early evening dinner Tuesday-Thursday.

Tel: 0131 220 2044 or visit, www.thediningroomedinburgh.co.uk

#7 Ransacked Black Oven on the corner of Potterrow offers something for everyone. Affordable, tasty dishes, taking inspiration from Persia and beyond, are served from their wood fired oven 10am-10pm daily. Their ideas have been ‘ransacked’ from all over, resulting in an eclectic menu offering everything from gluten-free, vegan pancakes to falafel and even Persian spiced goat kebabs. All their salads, pestos and hummus change daily, as do their fantastic homemade vegan ice creams and botanical slushes (great spiked with one of their limited but carefully selected range of spirits).

Tel: 0131 667 7001 www.ransackedblackoven.co.uk

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ICONIC FASHION BUILDING

Iconic building SURGEONS’ HALL MUSEUM Originally established as a medical teaching resource, Surgeons’ Hall is now one of the oldest museums in Scotland. Visitors can enjoy, or be repulsed by, the world’s largest collection of bone and tissue specimens, as well as works of art and artefacts. The displays in the museum map the changing nature of medicine and science and how they have been taught since the late 18th century.

The Royal College of Surgeons was founded here in 1505 and collections have grown from 1699. The Playfair Building opened in 1832 to house the collections of surgeons and anatomists Sir Charles Bell and John Barclay. The building reopened to the public in 2015 following a £4.4 million redevelopment. www.museum.rcsed.ac.uk

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MY CITY FASHION GARDEN

A garden far from run of the mill Sandy Delap has been living in the Old Mill House in Temple Village in Midlothian with her husband and two sons for the past 16 years. When she first started tending the sloping gardens that run from the orchard just behind Old Kirk at the top of the hill, past the raised veg beds, around the house and down to the River South Esk and the derelict mill building below, she admits to being a little lost.

‘I was taking plants to a neighbour to ask him if they were flowers or weeds,’ she laughs. A Certificate in Practical Horticulture from the RBGE gave her the confidence that she needed to get started with some planting.

With the help of gardener Liz, who visits once a week, the garden is blooming with a vast array of daffodils and narcissus. The cornus kousa chinensis tree is Sandy’s pride and joy and on our visit she was patiently awaiting the arrival of its delicate white flowers.

Even the old mill stone itself has been incorporated into the garden and now serves as a planting table or a nice place to sit and listen to the river flowing by.

‘I love working down by the river,’ says Sandy. ‘The sound of the water is like voices that keep me company as I work.’

Sandy’s garden, along with six others in Temple Village, are open to the public through Scotland’s Garden Scheme from 2pm – 5pm on Sunday 10 June. www.scotlandsgardens.org/templevillage-gardens/

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FARJOHNSTONS FROM RUN OF THE ELGIN MILL

Sandy and Ben relax in the garden of The Old Mill House.

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INTERIORS FASHION

The royal treatment Interior designer Xanthe Weir’s beautifully designed apartment is situated within the New Town UNESCO world heritage site, on one of the grandest streets in the capital W O RDS BY HANNA H M C GEEC HA N PHOTO GRAP HS BY ANGUS BLA C KBURN

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JOHNSTONS ROYAL TERRACE OF ELGIN

Botanical prints on cushions create bursts of colour in Xanthe’s living room.

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nterior designer Xanthe Weir owns this stylish apartment in one of Edinburgh’s finest Georgian townhouses on Royal Terrace.

The two-bedroom property features a modern sitting room, bespoke kitchen, dining room, large bathroom, utility room and exterior courtyard. It was the first of the terraces on this street to be built by William Playfair, and Xanthe’s background in interior design makes the inside a unique and refreshing space.

Each room is stylishly furnished with a mix of high street and mid-20th-centur y furniture, accented with items from

‘It was the first of the terraces on the street to be built by William Playfair’ Xanthe’s lighting and furniture brand, Lair. ‘We’ve found a lot of things in high street shops like Swoon and West Elm,’ explains Xanthe.

‘I also source a lot of things through Houseology, like the Louis Poulsen lamps, and at markets in France, Italy and down south,’ she says. The f lat is mainly neutral to ensure it does not date and to appeal to wider audiences, but clean lines and bursts of colour keep the property fresh and modern.

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Clockwise from top left: An interestingly shaped recess provides space to dine; the modern bathroom is bright and airy; the hallway leads out to a courtyard garden at the front of the property; the beautiful bespoke English oak kitchen was handmade by a local joiner; palm prints add interest in the second bedroom; Xanthe enjoys the weather in the courtyard garden.

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in the bedroom. The boutique apartment also incorporates Xanthe’s love of art, and often features pieces by one of her favourite photographers, Juno Calypso.

When Xanthe moved from London four years ago through her job in marketing and shop design with Paul Smith, she initially used the f lat to showcase her pieces. When she got her own shop on Dundas Street, Xanthe decided to let the space through Airbnb.

‘I like the way Airbnb works. It’s rewarding to hear feedback from the guests and tailor things uniquely for them,’ says Xanthe. ‘Being a letted property, the furniture has to be robust, but if you show you care and style it interestingly, people will respect it.’

Xanthe is currently planning

renovations to her family home above the property while managing her interior design company DecorAir with business partner Rachel Richmond.

DecorAir works with local tradesmen and specialises in creating environments for the buy-to-let sector.

‘Clean lines and bursts of colour keep it fresh’ As an interior designer, this property is an important way to showcase Xanthe’s eclectic taste in mid-20th-centur y furniture and design, and the resulting space is something which is quite spectacular.

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FASHION

Street style In the summertime the city’s most stylish residents are be found down by the water in sunny Leith PHOTOGRAPHED BY A MA N DA RI C H ARDS O N

AGORA NAWROCKA FROM ABERDEEN Dress: ASOS. Shoes: H&M. Watch: Rotary.

JILLIAN GARDNER FROM EDINBURGH Shoes: Converse. Chinos: Gap. Jumper: Warehouse.

Coat: Dorothy Perkins. Watch: Olivia Burton.

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In safe hands The ancient art of calligraphy never goes out of style, as Edinburgh’s Susie Leiper proves with her stunning creations

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alligrapher and painter Susie Leiper is surrounded by quills and Chinese brushes in her bright New Town mews studio. You may not think that you’ve seen Susie’s work, but I can assure you that you have.

It was Susie’s fair hand that produced the Gaelic poetry calligraphy on the new Royal Bank of Scotland polymer notes.

‘It’s nice to be able to carry your CV around in your pocket,’ she laughs.

Susie learnt the ancient art of calligraphy when she lived in Hong Kong in the 1980s and now combines commissions with her art, which often incorporates calligraphy or mountain forms inspired by the writings of Nan Shepherd.

By some strange twist of fate, it is Shepherd who appears on the front of the £5 note, while Susie’s calligraphy graces the back. Being one of six scribes charged with creating a hand-written, handilluminated

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version of the bible for St John’s University in Minnesota was a four-year labour of love for Susie.

The work was slow and nervewracking, every morning starting with cutting the goose quill to the perfect size.

This can only be produced from one of three outer left wing feathers of the goose, as they curve in an ideal shape to fit the

‘The work was slow and nerve wracking’ hand. Working at a speed of around half a page a day, it was a test of Susie’s nerves to ensure she didn’t make mistakes. ‘After all those years of discipline, I felt that I could do anything and decided to paint more.’

Much of Susie’s work involves lettering and painting. Her style is inspired by her time in China, but with a modern feel.

Having exhibited at Edinburgh’s Open Eye Gallery, Susie is about to show her work at the Tatha Gallery in Newport-onTay. You will also be able to see her bank note calligraphy in the V&A in Dundee when it opens later this year – and in your purse the next time you open it too. www.susieleiper.com / boundunbound.org

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Susie Leiper shows off some of her handiwork.

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FASHION

Get shirty Perthshire-based clothing brand Gibson and Birbeck unveil a collection of timeless but playful shirts for summer

Signature Long Sleeve, Pink Poppy Print, £85.

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Grandad Collar Ink Splatter Print, in Old Rose, £85.

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Pigeon Feather in Slate, £85.

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Signature Long Sleeve, Watering Can Print, £85.

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A WEEKEND JOHNSTONS AWAY OFINELGIN ... JERSEY

Weekend away A long weekend at the Club Hotel & Spa in St Helier is the perfect way to celebrate new direct flights from Edinburgh to the Channel Island of Jersey WORDS BY MORAG BOOTLAND

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t just nine miles by five, Jersey is small but perfectly formed by the sea. Closer to France than the UK, it benefits from a mix of cultural influences and a favourable climate.

The Club Hotel & Spa is located in the centre of the island’s capital, a short stroll from the shops and the bars and restaurants on the waterfront.

The hotel boasts a stunning spa with salt water pool and thermal suite.

We were treated to an aromatic fusion massage by skilled therapist Atlanta before reclining in the luxury of the relaxation room.

Afternoon tea at The Club is a luxurious affair featuring delicate

savoury and sweet treats as well as scones with jam, cream and Jersey black butter (a rich preserve made from apples and spices) – and champers, of course!

Bohemia restaurant within The Club is the jewel in an already glittering crown. With more Michelin-starred menus than you can shake a stick at, we were spoilt for choice. Chef Steve Smith’s masterful touch made for an enjoyable evening of local delights including beef tartare, turbot and lamb.

We had time to visit some of the island’s incredible beaches, the dramatic Gorey Castle, the zoo, museum and art gallery and the fascinating war tunnels as well as spotting the gorgeous Jersey cows. theclubjersey.com / jersey.com

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FASHION BEAUTY

Here comes the sun With holidays fast approaching, Fiona Fowley of salon collection Zen Lifestyle reveals her top tips to make sure you are summer ready

1. Slough away dead skin cells, environmental toxins and season-long

build-up of product to help boost glowing skin. A deep exfoliation and glycolic peel can have a transformational effect on skin and my favourite is DiamondTome microdermabrasion (from £55, Zen) which also works to reduce fine lines. Or try a 30-minute Lunchtime Peel (£48) for instant, noticeable results that last.

2. Sunscreen is part of my year-round daily beauty regime and I can’t emphasise how important it is to invest in a quality sunscreen. A simple SPF isn’t enough, we need a broad-spectrum protector to minimise free radical and environmental damage. I swear by Heliocare Gel SPF 50 (£19), which is oil-free, light and excellent under makeup.

3. Daily dry body brushing is great for exfoliating skin but it also boosts circulation, aids lymphatic drainage and reduces cellulite. For extra smooth skin, I love Elemis Lime & Ginger Salt Scrub, but if you have stubborn cellulite then I’d recommend investing in some Exilis 360 body treatments (from £150).

This new technology reduces cellulite and fat and helps body contouring.

4. Start upping your water intake now. There’s no point spending a small fortune on new season treatments, products and makeup if your skin is dehydrated and greylooking. Get plump, glowing skin by keeping well hydrated.

5. Less is more with makeup in the summer months so I always treat myself to HD Brows and lash extensions to create a groomed look without any effort.

Zen Lifestyle Hanover Street and Bruntsfield Place www.zen-lifestyle.com

Clockwise from top left: Fiona Fowley; Heliocare Gel SPF; Elemis Lime & Ginger Salt Scrub; make sure your skin is summer ready.

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JOHNSTONS BEAUTY TREATMENTS OF ELGIN

Treatment reviews REV IEWED BY FIONA HENDRIE & MO RAG B O OT L AN D

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Skin Rejuvenation Facial Also known as the photo facial, this is a firm favourite of the A-list. I was thrilled when I heard that Zen had invested in the £30,000 technology. IPL is a light-based technology which claims to reduce pigmented and sun damaged skin, shrink pores and even skin tone and texture whilst boosting collagen production. After a skin test I was talked through the process and after care. The treatment was uncomfortable but manageable; a machine producing flashes of light is applied which feels like an elastic band being pinged on your face. The day after, my pigmentation appeared darker before it began to fade over the next few days. After one treatment I could see the difference. Prices start from just £150 per facial session. https://zen-lifestyle.com/treatment/ipl-skin-rejuvenation/

Kohler Waters Signature Facial It’s well worth a jaunt over the new Forth Bridge and into the glorious East Neuk when you’ve a destination like the Old Course Hotel to visit. Their luxurious Kohler Waters Spa is designed around the therapeutic benefits of water. The hydrotherapy pool was a firm favourite and I loved the hot tub in the rooftop garden.

This facial is customised to your skin’s needs so starts with a consultation. My therapist was very attentive when listening to me describe my skin concerns. The treatment included cleansing and toning as well as intense hydration to leave my face glowing. The relaxing back massage was an unexpected treat, as was the anti-ageing hand treatment which was much-needed after a long winter. The treatment was rounded off by lounge time in the cosy relaxation room. £134 for 75 minutes, www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk/spa

Olverum Bath Oil Therapeutic and packed with essential oils to aid relaxation. This cult product has stood the test of time for over 80 years and has the royal seal of approval. £29 for 125ml www.olverum.com

Jo Malone Jasmine Sambac & Marigold Cologne Intense Top notes of marigold combine with the queen of jasmine, ylang ylang, vanilla and amber to create a glorious floral scent for summer. £75 for 50ml www.jomalone.co.uk

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#2 #2 Edinburgh’s famous fossil shop was established in 1987 and has gradually built a reputation for quality fossils, minerals, meteorites and jewellery from all around the world. Mr Wood’s Fossils is perfect for something spectacular for the shelf, or a memorable present. Tel: 0131 220 1344, www.mrwoodsfossils.co.uk

#3 #3 Barry McGuire Painters & Decorators have many years of experience and you can rely upon them to get your home looking like new in no time. Providing high quality workmanship for period and high-end properties in Edinburgh, Fife and Kinross they will project manage to fit around your schedule at an affordable price. Tel: 07941396266, www.barrymcguiredecorator.co.uk

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#4 The Original Chair Company showroom houses hundreds of inspiring fabrics. Whether you’re creating a starting point for a room or working to complete the look, their years of experience can help guide and inspire. The striking Arque Chair (pictured) features a flat sprung back and seat, polished plinth and tapered wood legs. Make this chair your own by customising with a fabric of your choice. Tel: 01738 551600, www.theoriginalchaircompany.co.uk

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From top: Things are hotting up at Leah’s jewellery making class; Leah with the tools of her trade; Leah guides Lisa Gunn; Trudy Burnett, Lisa Gunn and Sue McRae watch Leah at work. Main image: Leah keeps a watchful eye on pupils Patricia Purton and Zandra Mathieson.

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SILVER JEWELLERY MAKING

All that glitters...

Leah Bastiani started teaching classes on silver jewellery making 12 years ago. She studied jewellery making at Edinburgh College of Art and was always drawn to silver.

‘It’s easy to cut, shape and solder, and it polishes up well,’ says Leah. ‘It is also the most affordable of the precious metals which makes my classes more accessible to students.’ Classes include instruction on lots of jewellery making techniques and beginners can expect to go home with a silver ring they have made in their first class, then earrings and a pendant in the following weeks. Leah also runs private group workshops and has even hosted a hen party. www.leahbastianijewellery.co.uk

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PROPERTY

Toast of the town At SF Edinburgh towers we always have one eye on the capital property market. In this issue we’ve chosen our top three townhouses on the market at the time of going to press. After drooling over them for hours and making several failed calls to the bank manager, we decided to share them with you 10 CHESTER STREET Offers over £1,350,000 In the heart of the West End, this beautifully and sympathetically refurbished townhouse has five bedrooms and is set over four floors.

Quality is the key word in this luxury home, with a kitchen by Kitchens International, Siemens appliances and bathrooms replete with Duravit, Victor Paris and Porcelanosa. Next to the high tech spec Sonos sound system sit a wealth of period features including a stone fireplace, staircase and ornate cornicing.

Tel: 0131 226 2500, struttandparker.com

10 Chester Street, Edinburgh

Saxe Coburg Place S TO C K B R I D G E

14 SAXE COBURG PLACE Offers in excess of £1,950,000 A rare opportunity to live in a much sought-after area of the New Town. With six bedrooms to choose from, this Georgian townhouse also has a large open plan living space meaning that there’s lots of space for a family. The elegant stair is crowned by a circular cupola and the kitchen/breakfast room looks out over a very special and substantial private walled garden with formal, patio and woodland areas.

Tel: 0131 222 9600, www.knightfrank.com

40 ANN STREET Offers over £1,550,000 A Georgian family home in a quiet location in the New Town conservation area near Stockbridge. Backing onto private gardens, this family home offers flexible accommodation set over four floors and retains a wealth of period features like shutters and sash and case windows. The property has been decorated sympathetically and with flair. There are private landscaped gardens to the front and rear.

Tel: 0131 220 4160, www.rettie.co.uk

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Home report The latest facts and figures on the Edinburgh property market

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There was a 10.1% decrease in the number of new properties brought to the market in the first three months of 2018 compared to the same time period in 2017.

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Selling prices in East Central Scotland increased by 6.1% year-on-year in the first three months of 2018.

90.4% of properties listed were marketed as ‘offers over’, compared with just 81.5% in 2017.

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MIDLOTHIAN AND WEST LOTHIAN

The average selling price in Edinburgh increased by 7.2% between January and March this year, compared to last year. It now stands at £250,875.

Midlothian and West Lothian are demonstrating increased average selling prices, at 13.1% and 10.3% respectively, while East Lothian has seen a slight decrease of 0.5%.

Source: ESPC House Price Report March 2018. Figures for the first three months of 2018. Information correct at the time of going to press.

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In brief Jeffreys Interiors Discover impressive British design at Jeffreys Interiors in Stockbridge, where a stunning selection of furnishing and accessories by William Yeoward is currently available. Expect exquisitely crafted furniture, lighting and accessories from the renowned London designer. Tel: 0131 247 8010, www.jeffreys-interiors.co.uk

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Lee Mitchell has over 25 years experience specialising in colouring, cutting, styling and hair ups. Find Lee Mitchell Hairdressing at 4 Comely Bank Avenue. Tel: 0131 281 8320, www.leehairdressing.co.uk

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The Dog Aid Society of Scotland The Dog Aid Society of Scotland is an Edinburgh based charity that re-homes dogs throughout Scotland. They also support owners on low incomes. The Society operates fully on donations and receives no government funding.

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28 May-3 June TEXTILE JOURNEYS 1 – 30/6, Galerie Mirages This exhibition will include examples of beautiful decorative techniques on fabric, highlighting textiles from India, Laos, Burma, Thailand, Japan and Central Asia. There will also be stunning examples of jewellery and crafts. galeriemirages.com

GARETH MALONE 31/5, Usher Hall Star of BAFTA winning series The Choir Gareth Malone presents a show of the music that inspires him. He will be joined by five-time Grammy winning a cappella group, the Swingles for an evening of musical discovery. www.usherhall.co.uk

MEADOWS FESTIVAL 2-3/6, The Meadows Kicking off festival season, the Meadows Festival features a line-up of brilliant local musical talent, an outdoor market and even a dog show. There are also plenty of activities for families to enjoy as well as a variety of different sports being played including shinty and American football. www.meadowsfestival.co.uk

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LADIES DAY 2/6, Musselburgh Racecourse A popular date in the capital’s social diary and Scotland’s most glamorous racing day. 2018 sees a new floralthemed Stage Marquee complete with ice sculptures and aerial performers. Live music and a panel of judges on the hunt for 2018’s King and Queen of Style. www.musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk

Top picks

PLASTIC MAN: FILM SCREENING AND Q&A 30/5, City Art Centre Enjoy a screening of the BAFTA Scotland nominated short Plastic Man, with director Yulia Kovanova talking about the film alongside a Q&A session for those who want to find out more. www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk

SUNDAY CLASSICS: WURTH PHILHARMONIC 3/6, Usher Hall The finale to the Sunday Classics series at the Usher Hall promises to be spectacular with legendary violin player Maxim Vengerov joining the Wurth Philharmonic Orchestra as a soloist and conductor. www. usherhall. co.uk

THE BREEDERS 28/5, Liquid Room Alt rock legends The Breeders are fronted by former Pixies bassist Kim Deal. The band reformed in 2012 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their Last Splash album. www.liquidroom.com

SCOTTISH JUNIPER FESTIVAL 1-3/6, Summerhall A celebration of all things gin, from the history of the drink to a classic G&T. Taking place over three days, there will be plenty of events and tasters to enjoy. www.summerhall.co.uk

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THEIR WORK IS NOT FORGOTTEN 8/6 – 14/10, Museum of Edinburgh A new exhibition which provides a look into the role the women of Edinburgh played in the Women’s Suffrage movement. The exhibition includes sashes and Bessie Watson’s scarf. www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk

THE ROLLING STONES 9/6, Murrayfield Stadium The iconic rock group have been together for over 50 years and are still going strong as they bring their legendary live show to Edinburgh. The band will be performing some of their most famous hits such as Gimme Shelter, Satisfaction and Start Me Up. www.rollingstones.com

MOONWALK SCOTLAND 9/6, Holyrood Park Join thousands of women in putting on a bra and take part in the night time power walk through Edinburgh, all in aid of breast cancer. This year’s theme is Hollywood so expect plenty of glitz and glamour. walkthewalk.org

IN THESE DAYS OF PROHIBTION 7/6, Scottish Poetry Library A reading of poetry collection In these days of Prohibition by Caroline Bird. The poems will be read by Bird herself and look at addiction and mental health and the issues surrounding them with plenty of wit and insight. www.scottishpoetrylibrary. org.uk

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4-10 June GLASGOW PHILHARMONIA DOES BALLET 8/6, Greyfriars Kirk Glasgow Philharmonia bring ballet to the Kirk’s summer concerts. This year the orchestra will perform music by Tchaikovsky and Khachaturian and will be joined by young ballet dancers. greyfriarskirk.com

JAMIE PRIMROSE: SENSE OF PLACE 8-16/6, Dundas Street Gallery The latest solo oil painting showcase by best-selling contemporary Scottish artist Jamie Primrose, revisits locations evoking idyllic childhood memories. From shimmering waterscapes in Inverleith and the Botanics near where he grew up, to shorelands of the Forth (including Newhaven and Portobello Beach), as well as sweeping East Lothian beaches where he spent childhood weekends – Primrose beautifully captures glistening reflections. www.jamieprimrose.com

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AN IDEAL HUSBAND 5/6, various Edinburgh cinemas A live broadcast of Oscar Wilde’s An Ideal Husband will hit capital cinemas for one night only. The play will be broadcast direct from London’s Vaudeville Theatre and will feature a star-studded cast including real-life father and son duo Edward Fox (The Audience, The Day of the Jackal) and Freddie Fox (The Judas Kiss, Cucumber & Banana). www.oscarwildecinema. com

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Sterling Effort SH Jewellery celebrate their second year as Jewellery Store of the Year

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here is a lot for SH Jewellery to celebrate right now. The jewellery boutique in Morningside has just celebrated being in business for seven years this month, after being crowned ‘Jewellery Store of the Year’ in the Scottish Independent Business Awards for the second year running.

The gallery was opened in May 2011 by silversmith Sarah Hutchison. The award-winning designer had been selling her own silver and jewellery designs internationally for seven years before opening up the contemporary gallery, selling her work alongside another 35 different designers. Sarah spent the previous 18 months managing a contemporary gallery in London’s Hatton Garden before deciding to bring a similar concept to Edinburgh’s Morningside.

The gallery sells predominantly silver work but does also stock some gold and platinum too and often undertakes commissions and remodelling projects. Prices start from as little as £25 so there is something to suit everyone’s budget, whether that be a birthday gift or special piece for yourself.

While running the gallery and curating the designers work that is shown, Sarah has taken on some big commissions herself, including making a diamond studded teapot for the Chitra Collection – the world’s biggest teapot collection, which is privately owned in London.

The gallery has some popular jewellers on show at all times and new designs arriving in most months to keep the collections fresh and vibrant. If you haven’t been in before, pop in to check out their collections or find them on social media. A new website is on its way this year, but Sarah encourages people to visit the store to get a real feel for the jewellery, which she says often comes alive when worn.

Be prepared for a warm welcome from Ruby, Sarah’s cocker spaniel, who has been a permanent assistant in the gallery since its opening seven years ago. sarah@shjgallery.com 0131 447 5544 98 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4BY www.shjgallery.com

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9 - 17 JUNE www.leithfestival.com

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13TH 15 & 16 June, Leith Theatre A poetic play performed by Strange Town Youth Theatre, addressing the loss of community and teenage lives. www.eventbrite.co.uk

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LEITH FESTIVAL TATTOO 17 June, Malmaison, 1 Tower Place The festival’s traditional last event, bringing together the best of music and dance from Leith’s cosmopolitan community, topped and tailed by the pipes and drums.

This year’s tattoo marks the centenary of the end of WW1. www.leithfestival.com

12-16/6, The Biscuit Factory The United Kingdom is on the brink of a nuclear apocalypse.

Political tension is at an all-time high and time for a diplomatic resolution is over. A group of strangers gather and wait for further instructions. Will they survive? An immersive theatre experience. www.immerseproductions.org

LEITH WHISKY TRAIL 9, 10, 16 & 17 June, Malmaison, 1 Tower Place Learn about the history of the water of life by the Water of Leith. Hear about the history of the brokers, blenders and bonders of old. www.kaskwhisky.com

TRAINSPOTTING TOUR 9,14 & 15 June Leith Dockers Club The classic Irvine Welsh novel brought to life on the streets of Leith.

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11-17 June EDINBURGH WHISKY FESTIVAL 16/6, Assembly Rooms Sample some of Scotland’s finest malts alongside distillers from across the world, including Japan, India and Taiwan. The event, which is in partnership with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society will also feature a series of whisky masterclasses. thewhiskylounge.com

PAUL CHOWDHRY: LIVE INNIT

TITANIC THE MUSICAL 12-16/6, Edinburgh Playhouse Based on real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world, Titanic the Musical is a stunning and stirring production focusing on the hopes, dreams and aspirations of her passengers who each boarded with stories and personal ambitions of their own. www.atgtickets.com

13 & 14/6, Rose Theatre The Lafta funniest stand-up award winner of 2013 tackles more observational stuff in his latest show. paulchowdry.com

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THE ARTIST AS A BEACHCOMBER 14/6, City Art Centre Artist Robert Callender presents a collection of his work which is made entirely from materials he found combing Scotland’s beaches. www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk

Top picks THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)

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13 & 16/6, Assembly Roxy The National Production Company presents a fast-paced romp through the Bard’s 37 plays. www. assemblyfestival. com

THE LAST SHIP 12-16/6, Festival Theatre A new musical written by former frontman of The Police and legendary musician Sting, The Last Ship is a tale of community, hope and defiance. The musical is based on the singer’s childhood experiences growing up in Newcastle and features an original score written by the man himself. www.capitaltheatres.com

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16/6, The Queen’s Hall 50 years after recording their iconic second album, the original and current members of The Zombies including Colin Blunstone and Rod Argent reunite to perform Odyssey and Oracle in its entirety for the final time. www.thezombiesmusic.com

THE BINCHOIS CONSORT: HEARING HISTORIC SCOTLAND 14/6, St Cecilias Hall The Binchois Consort bring Scotland’s history to life performing music from the ‘Space, Place, Sound and Memory: Immersive Experiences of the Past’ project (University of Edinburgh and Abertay University), which seeks to use Virtual Reality technology to recreate historic performances and performance venues. www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk

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RURA 9 June

JOHN FINNEMORE’S FLYING VISIT

John McCusker & Heidi Talbot

The Bevvy Sisters & The Soundhouse Choir

15 June

JOHN MCCUSKER & HEIDI TALBOT 21 June

THE BEVVY SISTERS & THE SOUNDHOUSE CHOIR 28 June

25 years of sleep out

John Finnemore

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Tickets & Information 0131 668 2019 www.thequeenshall.net Clerk Street, Edinburgh EH8 9JG

The Rock Trust are celebrating 25 years of the Edinburgh community sleeping out. Since 1993 over 2,000 people have swapped their bed for a sleeping bag to raise funds for our frontline work in the city and to increase awareness of youth homelessness.

We want to say thank you.

Have you participated in one of our Sleep Outs over the years? Get in touch and share your memories and photos with us. events@rocktrust.org rocktrust.org/sleep-out

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EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 20 JUNE - 1 JULY www.edfilmfest.org.uk

PUZZLE 20 June, Festival Theatre Kelly Macdonlad stars in the opening night gala film, Puzzle.

JAWS IN CONCERT 22 June, Festival Theatre Relive the suspense of Jaws as Edinburgh International Film Festival and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra plays the iconic score in sync with the film.

Top picks EIFF FAMILY GALA: INCREDIBLES 2 24/6, Festival Theatre To celebrate opening weekend, the Edinburgh International Film Festival is hosting a screening of the hotly anticipated Disney Pixar Film Incredibles 2. This follows the festivals long tradition of hosting gala screenings of Pixar film.u

SWIMMING WITH MEN 1 July, Festival Theatre Directed by BAFTA nominated Oliver Parker and starring Rob Brydon, Adeel Akhtar, Jim Carter, Rupert Graves, Daniel Mays, Charlotte Riley, Thomas Turgoose with Jane Horrocks and Nathaniel Parker, Swimming with Men is a hotlyanticipated British comedy and the closing night gala of the festival.

MOVING MUSIC WITH TINDERBOX ORCHESTRA 29 June, Central Hall Young musicians have unearthed two silent short films from the archives, and created original scores, performed live to screen. A cutting edge cinematic journey.

RETROSPECTIVE LIVE! MONTEREY POP 22 May, Summerhall An outdoor screening of the classic film on the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival featuring Jimi Hendrix, Simon & Garfunkel, The Who, Otis Redding and many more.

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BUDAPEST CAFE ORCHESTRA

SUMMER HOLIDAY

ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW

19-23/6, The Edinburgh Playhouse A stage adaptation of the famous musical movie starring Cliff Richard and the Shadows.

This hit-filled musical includes classics such as In the Country, Summer Holiday, Travellin’ Light, and Bachelor Boy. www.playhousetheatre.com

23/6, Summerhall Recreating the sounds of their home town, the band mix violin, accordion and balalaika to create Hungarian, Russian and Ukrainian folk songs and dances. Led by jazz violin star Christian Garrick, the BCO evokes vivid images of Tzigane fiddle maestros, Budapest café life and gypsy campfires. www.summerhall.co.uk

21-24/6, Royal Highland Centre The spectacular annual showcase of the best that Scotland has to offer returns this June. This year features over 5,000 livestock being showcased alongside plenty of family friendly activities and shopping opportunities. www.royalhighlandshow.org

THE WEIR 20-24/2, King’s Theatre Winner of the 1997 Olivier Award for Best New Play, Conor McPherson’s chilling, modern classic comes to Edinburgh. www.edtheatres.com

ELVIS COSTELLO 24/6, The Edinburgh Playhouse The much-loved veteran singersongwriter and guitarist will perform a selection of hits from his illustrious career as part of his 21-date UK tour, Detour. www.elviscostello.com

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18-24 June RACE FOR LIFE 24/6, Holyrood Park Help beat cancer by taking part in Race for Life, the largest women-only UK fundraiser. The event features a 5k and 10k, so there is something for all abilities to take part in while raising money for Cancer Research UK. raceforlife. cancerresearchuk.org

JOHN MCCUSKER AND HEIDI TALBOT 21/6, The Queen’s Hall Two of folk music’s most highly regarded and celebrated musicians, John McCusker and Heidi Talbot, join forces to celebrate their tenth year as musical partners with a new EP. www.thequeenshall.net

BILL MURRAY, JAN VOGLER & FRIENDS: NEW WORLDS 18/6, Festival Theatre A showcase of the core American values in literature and music.

The actor Bill Murray and the cellist Jan Vogler feature in a show that celebrates the influences of Twain, Hemingway, Whitman, Cooper, Bernstein, Gershwin and Foster on people on both sides of the Atlantic. Also featuring Mira Wang on violin and Vanessa Perez on piano. www.capitaltheatres.com

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KIEFER SUTHERLAND 29/6, The Queen’s Hall The UK-born Canadian who is more famous as a Hollywood actor than a musician brings his brand of country music to the capital. www.thequeenshall.net

DOWALLY 28/6, Scottish Storytelling Centre Guitar, fiddle and accordion mix to joyous effect with this contemporary folk trio incorporating elements of jazz, classical and Balkan music. www.tracscotland.org/scottishstorytelling-centre

TUSCANY V PUGLIA WINE TASTING 29/6, The Royal Scots Club Sample 13 wines from Italy’s famous wine regions, served with platters of antipasti. www.royalscotsclub.com

EL HOMBRECITO: AN EVENING WITH FRANK BAEZ 26/6, Scottish Poetry Library Frank Baez, the Dominican Republic’s most important young poet and short-story writer, is in conversation with Dr Conrad James from the University of Birmingham. www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk

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25 June-1 July PEPPA PIG’S ADVENTURE 30/6 & 1/7, King’s Theatre Peppa Pig and friends are back in the brand new live show Peppa Pig’s Adventure.

Join Peppa as she gets ready to go camping to the woods with George and her school friends. www. capitaltheatres. com

DAVID BADDIEL, MY FAMILY: NOT THE SITCOM 29/6, Rose Theatre Following a sold out run at London’s Menier Chocolate Factory and two criticallyacclaimed West End runs, David Baddiel brings his Olivier-nominated one-man show to Edinburgh. My Family: Not the Sitcom is a show about memory, ageing, infidelity, dysfunctional relatives, moral policing on social media, golf, and gay cats. A massively disrespectful celebration of the lives of David Baddiel’s late sex-mad mother, Sarah, and dementia-ridden father, Colin. gildedballoon.co.uk

GIN AND DISCO FESTIVAL 30/6, The Biscuit Factory An all day event packed full of gin, glitter and great music. Enjoy a drink of your favourite gins or other spirits, all while getting down to some great disco, funk and house tunes. www.biscuitfactory.co.uk

THE WATERBOYS 29/6, Edinburgh Playhouse Out Of All This Blue, The Waterboys’ 12th and first double album is maybe the most brilliantly daring and accomplished reinvention of The Waterboys to date. www.atgtickets.com

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MILKSHAKE LIVE – THE MAGICAL STORY BOOK 5/7, Usher Hall Kids will love the chance to experience the musical extravaganza that is Milkshake Live.. Starring favourites such as Bob the Builder, Noddy, Winnie and Wilbur and Fireman Sam, the Milkshake cast will be singing songs and sharing stories that audience members young and old will know and love. www.usherhall.co.uk

AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN: THE MUSICAL 2/7, Edinburgh Playhouse Following the Oscar winning film starring Richard Gere, An Officer and a Gentleman: The musical contains hit songs from the movie such as Up Where We Belong and a range of other 80s tunes. It’s sure to sweep you off your feet. www.playhousetheatre. com

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IN FOCUS: SCOTTISH PHOTOGRAPHY 7/7-12/5 2019, City Art Centre Edinburgh’s City Art Centre showcases its collections, charting the development of fine art photography in Scotland from the 19th century to the present day.

The exhibition is part of a series of collection-based exhibitions which showcase different aspects of the Fine Art collection exploring a variety of time periods, artistic media and subject areas. www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk

SPONTANEOUS POTTER

ORGANIC, BIODYNAMIC & NATURAL WINE TASTING

RUFUS WAINWRIGHT

5/7, Scotch Malt Whisky Society Enjoy a day sampling 13 organic, biodynamic or natural wines and learn about the various methods used to produce them with Rose Murray Brown MW as your guide at Leith’s Scotch Malt Whisky Society. www.smws.com

2/7, Royal Lyceum Theatre Join celebrated contemporary pop singer Rufus Wainwright as part of his summer UK tour at Edinburgh’s Royal Lyceum Theatre. rufuswainwright. com

SCOTTISH REAL ALE FESTIVAL 5-7/7, Edinburgh Corn Exchange The Campaign for Real Ales’ biggest showcase with more than 170 cask beers, ciders and perries from Scottish and Northern Irish breweries. sraf.camra.org.uk

ARTHUR’S ADVENTURE 2/7, Holyrood Park Come along and try a more challenging walk up Arthur’s Seat while you discover its fascinating history and learn of its creation by fire and ice. www.historicenvironment.scot

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5/7, Monkey Barrel Comedy Spontaneous Potter is an entirely improvised Harry Potter comedy play, based on an audience suggestion of a fan-fiction title. www.whatsoninedinburgh. co.uk

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9-15 July THE BAND 10/7, Edinburgh Playhouse Now the fastest selling musical theatre tour of all time, The Band follows a group of friends who reunite in an attempt to fulfil their dream of meeting the boy band whose music became the soundtrack to their lives – Take That. www.thebandmusical.com

JOOLS HOLLAND & HIS RHYTHM & BLUES ORCHESTRA 13/7, Festival Theatre Legendary television Presenter, Jools Holland and his rhythm and blues orchestra return once again to Edinburgh’s festival theatre for an evening of jumping jazz and boogie woogie party. edinburghjazzfestival.com

THE SCOTTISH CAR SHOW 15/7, Royal Highland Centre Bring the whole family to witness a fantastic display of new, classic and modified cars exhibiting all types of amazing modifications. Visitors can enjoy a range of different activities from exhilarating passenger driving experiences to the chance to win prizes. www.scottishcarshow.com

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CHRIS RAMSEY LIVE 14/7, King’s Theatre Join acclaimed comedian Chris Ramsey for his Just Happy to Get Out of the House tour as he sets out the rules of existence for his infant son. www. chrisramsey comedy.com

EDINBURGH FESTIVAL CARNIVAL 15/7, Princes Street Gardens 800 performers deliver a capital extravaganza.

Humming with the rhythms of salsa, African drummers, and Balkan beats along with sequined dancers, feathered costumes and Chinese dragons. www. edinburghjazz festival.com

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MARDI GRAS 14/7, Grassmarket Lose yourself in the party atmosphere of Edinburgh’s Mardi Gras as a host of artists perform, bringing swing, Dixieland, boogies, blues and New Orleans to the city. www.edinburghjazzfestival.com

MILE TO THE MUSEUM 9-12/7, Mercat Cross Learn about the history of Scotland on a walking tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town to the National Museum led by a Mercat guide. www.visitscotland.com

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NURTURE NATURE, EAT 13-14/7, Dalriada This communal fine dining experience is a celebration of Scotland’s natural, wild larder at Dalriada on Edinburgh’s Portobello Promenade. Each multicourse wilderness menu will encapsulate the very best seasonal ingredients, taking diners on a culinary journey along Scotland’s beautiful coastlines and through hedgerows, fields and forests. www.eventbrite.co.uk

13-22/7 From the mirrors of the grandiose Spiegeltent to the historic Festival Theatre and from basement Jazz clubs, the festival matches the music to some great venues. www.edinburghjazzfestival. com

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16-22 July WIZARD OF OZ – THE BEYOND BROADWAY EXPERIENCE 19-21/7, King’s Theatre Based on the 1939 film, The Wizard of Oz promises to have audiences up on their feet dancing as they join Dorothy and all of her friends with a very special Beyond Broadway twist. www.capitaltheatres.com

MCN SCOTTISH FESTIVAL 21 & 22/7, Royal Highland Centre This brand new outdoor event will bring together the best that the biking world has to offer as well as a host of musical performances. From historic and iconic race bikes to influential road bikes there is something for bike enthusiasts of all kinds to enjoy. mcnscottishfestival.co.uk

DAVINA AND THE VAGABONDS 19 & 20/7, Festival Theatre Join Davina – an extraordinarily direct musician – and the Vagabonds for a show filled with New Orleans charm and Memphis soul swagger. Known for appealing to her audiences with power, emotion and the sincerity of her performances, this hot ticket act is here for two nights only. www.edinburghjazzfestival.com

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AVERAGE WHITE BAND 21/7, Festival Theatre One of the world’s greatest soul, r’n’b and funk bands return to Edinburgh for a repeat Festival Theatre smash. Founding members Alan Gorrie and Onnie McIntyre, front the group while maintaining the flame of the group’s classic sound. www.edinburghjazzfestival.com

BRATISLAVA HOT SERENADERS 18/7, Festival Theatre Brass, reeds and violin players combine to bring audiences the sweet and hot music that dazzled pre-war Europe. Displaying vintage swing and hot jazz music from the 1920s and 30s, this 21-piece band play with extraordinary authenticity and energy. www.edinburghjazzfestival.com

OWLS OF THE NIGHT FOREST 16/7, Lauriston Castle Be inspired by the wildlife in the castle grounds and make your own owl using bright coloured felt. With Erik Petrie. www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk

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20/7, The Stand Join some of the finest comedians currently on the Scottish circuit for a fabulous Friday night of stand-up to celebrate the end of the week and kick off the weekend with a laugh. www.thestand. co.uk

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1/7, The Liquid Room Ireland’s favourite punk sons bring their energetic and infectious live show to the capital. www.theliquidroom.com

DEL AMITRI 21/7, Edinburgh Castle The Scots rockers return for their first tour in over a decade, showcasing hits like Nothing Ever Happens and Jesus Saves at this iconic venue. www.edinburghcastle.scot

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23-29 July SIR RANULPH FIENNES: LIVING DANGEROUSLY

THE VICTORIAN SEANCE: PARANORMAL GHOST EVENT

27/7, Usher Hall A personal journey through the life of the world’s greatest living explorer, spanning his early life and army career through to his latest and greatest project. www.usherhall. co.uk

28/7, Lauriston Castle A paranormal evening in conjunction with Edinburgh Magic Festival. Experiment with the infamous Ouija board.

18+ only and not suitable for anyone with a nervous disposition or pregnant women. www.edinburghmuseums. org.uk

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THE ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA’S 65TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER 28/7, Royal Yacht Britannia Join special guest speaker, Commodore Anthony J.C. Morrow, CVO, Britannia’s last captain, for a special evening celebrating the 65th anniversary of the launch of the Royal Yacht Britannia in 1953. Guests will be treated to a captivating tour of Britannia’s State Apartments before sitting down to a delicious four-course menu in the State Dining Room. www.royalyachtbritannia.co.uk

PAW PATROL LIVE 28/7, The Edinburgh Playhouse The popular cartoon makes the transition to the stage.

Join the rescue dogs as they try to save Cap’n Turbot and the pirate day celebrations. www.atgtickets.com

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EDINBURGH ART FESTIVAL 26/7-26/8 The UK’s largest festival of visual art brings together the capital’s leading galleries, museums and artist-run spaces. It also features new public art commissions by established and emerging artists, often in quirky, hidden venues, alongside a programme of special events including ‘Art Lates’ and 90% of the festival is free to attend. www.edinburghfestivalcity.com

KELLY WILLIS BAND 29/7, The Voodoo Rooms Blues and country from Kelly Willis and her band. Willis has a few decades-worth of material to pull from. Back Being Blue is her seventh fulllength studio album and first solo project since her 2007 LP Translated from Love. Willis wrote six of the ten tracks on the new album herself. www.thevoodoorooms.com

EDINBURGH FOOD FESTIVAL 25-29/7, George Square Gardens Festival vibes and food and drink stalls aplenty make this the ideal place to celebrate Scotland’s ample larder. www.edfoodfest.com

CEILIDH IN AID OF STAFFIE SMILES RESCUE 28/7, St Bride’s Centre Dance the night away and help the charity which rehomes Staffordshire Bull Terriers. www.staffiesmilesrecues.com

THE DANCE OF DARKNESS: BUTOH WORKSHOP 28/7, St Margaret’s House Learn about this Japanese immersive dance form. www.edinburghpalette.co.uk What’s On disclaimer: Whilst we make every effort to ensure listings are correct, we advise that you check with the venue prior to booking.

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My Edinburgh Scotland’s very own celebrity chef Tony Singh gives SF Edinburgh his top tips for a day spent in the capital and reflects on his Leith upbringing WORDS BY TONY SING H

I grew up in Leith, a free and independent state which Edinburgh is attached to. It was a fantastic place to grow up. Being the port of the city there’s always been a mix of people. Leith has a real sense of community.

I’ve moved along the shore as far as Portobello. I’ve still got friends and family in Leith and the Sikh Gurdwara temple is there so I’m in Leith all the time.

If I had to experience Edinburgh in just one day I would come down Calton Hill and go across to the cemetery where there is a statue of Lincoln – it’s the only statue of Lincoln outside of America – because a lot of Scots fought in the civil war.

Then I’d walk to the bottom of the Royal Mile and see Holyrood Palace, then go up Arthur’s Seat.

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My favourite place in the city is Leith Walk. It’s just so diverse. Whenever I walk down it from Princes Street or the New Town I feel like I’m coming home.

It’s very vibrant and very bohemian.

Then I’d definitely have to have a look at the castle followed by a drink and food in Leith. Finally, I’d head back up into town for drinking and dancing along George Street and St Andrew’s Square.

Edinburgh is a very green city. It’s a great city to walk in and I walk everywhere. I love wandering up Calton Hill.

I love living in Portobello and I run supper clubs and cookery classes from my house. They are great fun. tonysingh.co.uk

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