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Glühwein at the ready? Christmas is coming. There are all sorts of seasonal frivolities happening in Glasgow and Edin Edinburgh over the next few weeks, from gigs and club nights to markets and pantos, and our W sh List is your guide to all things festive.

Wi Wish We've sussed out the best Christmas markets for gifts an and gluttony (page 14), clubs for your December nights out (page 19) and where to take the wee ones to meet Santa Claus himself (page 14). There's our pick of musical offerings from the likes of Frightened Rabbit, Sister Sledge and Kid Canaveral (page 19). Plus previews of the pantos and performances offering Christmas magic at theatres across the cities, including The Snaw Queen at Glasgow's Tron Theatre (page 15) and Five Guys Named Moe at Edinburgh's Festival Square Theatre (page 16).

To help you stock your festive larder, we've rounded up the best shops selling wine, sweet treats, spirits and condiments (page 22), so your table need never be without a good chutney or a decent chianti. Or if you're heading out en masse to eat, we've got restaurant recommendations for when you have family or friends in tow (page 24).

Across our shopping pages (page 27), we've got present ideas for sci-fi fans, travel lovers and bookworms. And if you're after a gift that keeps on giving, check out our pick of subscription gifts (p41).

contents 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

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From the best shows to blockbuster films, get your festive agenda sorted

EVENTS

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Top picks for markets, Santa's grottos, gigs, clubs and pantos

THEATRE

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Five Guys Named Moe, Aladdin and two Hansel and Gretels vie for your attention

MUSIC

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Get your dancing shoes out for these great Christmas gigs and club nights

FOOD & DRINK

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The best places to get your wine, spirits, condiments and sweet stuff

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

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All the suggestions you need to cross everything off that Christmas list GEOMETRIC

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YANKEE SWAP

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WANDERLUST

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SCI-FI

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HIGH TECH V LOW TECH

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FOOD & DRINK

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SUBSCRIPTION GIFTS

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DIRECTORY

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Merry Christmas everyone!

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A WORD ABOUT OUR ILLUSTRATOR

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It’s going to be a fantastic Christmas this year at New Waverley, Edinburgh’s bustling new leisure and retail destination in the heart of the city’s Old Town.

For the perfect present, visit The Arches, a row of 19 newly renovated Victorian arches, home to an eclectic mix of independent operators where you’ll find an array of truly unique gift ideas.

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than New Waverley. Check into the Premier Inn, Hub by Premier or the Adagio Aparthotel all conveniently located just off the Royal Mile – perfect places to chill after a hard day’s Christmas shopping.

For enticing food and drink, you’ll be spoiled for choice with our tempting selection of bars and restaurants. From mouthwatering snacks to fine dining, it’s all on hand.

New Waverley – the place to be this Christmas!

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s a m t s i r h It's not C . . . t u o h t i w

Christmas is a time to indulge in festive traditions. One of our little traditions is to be super nosey, and ask various people what they like to do in December. These lot were kind enough not only to oblige us, but to furnish us with a few words to finish the sentence ‘it's not Christmas without . . . ’

A trip to the GFT to see It's A Wonderful Life. We also love listening to Christmas songs on repeat (especially singing along to Mariah!), playing our own Christmas songs and a few covers too.

We basically love the lot – fairy lights, sparkle, tinsel.

CHITRA RAMASWAMY Award-wining journalist and author The holy trinity of a stupidly oversized Christmas tree, a copy of the Radio Times Christmas special, which I pore over relentlessly (spending more time circling things and planning my viewing than actually watching anything, as is the tradition) and a Dickens novel.

Actually, make that a holy quartet.

None of this matters without the people you love.

HONEYBLOOD Indie-tinged grunge duo from Glasgow It's A Wonderful Life on Christmas Eve. It's a family tradition to watch it and I cry about ten times throughout the duration of the film.

Oh, and prawn cocktail, which only appears at Christmas too.

KEVIN WILLIAMSON Co-captain of multiarts bonanza, Neu! Reekie!

Mulled Buckie, the bright lights of Leith and waking up in a snow-covered ditch. Gets ye in the mood for the turkey.

Editors Rowena McIntosh, Rebecca Monks, Yasmin Sulaiman Writers Niki Boyle, Brian Donaldson, Lorna Irvine, Rowena McIntosh, Rebecca Monks, David Pollock, Gareth K Vile Subeditors Paul McLean, Tracy Taylor Editorial Assistant Arusa Qureshi Illustration Valpuri Karinen

PRODUCTION Senior Designer Lucy Munro Designers Stuart Polson, Carys Tennant

SALES & MARKETING PHOTO: KAT GOLLOCK

PHOTO: BOB MCDEVITT

PHOTO: ADRIAN BARRY

TEEN CANTEEN Four-piece, cherrysweet indie poppers

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A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS GIFT

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FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE On its original run in the early 1990s, Five Guys Named Moe clocked up an Olivier Award win and a Tony nomination. Now, director Paulette Randall directs this revival, part of Edinburgh's Christmas season, of the acclaimed musical about 1940s hit-maker Louis Jordan, written by The Wire's Clarke Peters. See preview, page 16. Festival Square Theatre, Edinburgh, Fri 18 Nov–Sat 7 Jan.

STREET OF LIGHT It’s not just a clever title, you know: this outdoor event floods Edinburgh’s George Street with pretty Christmas lights. 60,000 festive bulbs worth of pretty Christmas lights, to be precise. As you walk through (you need to book), you can hear music from the likes of the Edinburgh Festival Chorus, Royal Scottish National Orchestra Junior Chorus and Blazin’ Fiddles. George Street, Edinburgh, Sun 20 Nov–Sat 24 Dec.

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CHRISTMAS MARKETS Glühwein, sausages, pretzels and more glühwein: what's not to love about the European Christmas Market?

Shopping wise, you can pick up as many quaint wooden ornaments and unusual handmade gifts as your wee arms can carry. It's a treasure trove of festive consumerbased happiness. And did we mention there's glühwein? See feature, page 14. East Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, Sat 19 Nov–Sat 7 Jan (not Sun 25 Dec).

DISNEY ON ICE: FROZEN Look, we're not going to start this description by cracking some kind of ‘do you wanna build a snowman’ joke. Definitely not. We did it last year, and we've Let It Go. Let's stick with the facts: everyone's favourite overhyped snow-themed cartoon, Frozen, has made the transition to ice. Naturally. See Elsa, Anna and that gosh-darn adorable snowthing Olaf sing and dance on skates. Little ones will love it.

Grown-ups probably will too. The SSE Hydro, Glasgow, Thu 24–Sun 27 Nov.

FOODIES FESTIVE CHRISTMAS Arrive hungry at this festive food extravaganza.

There's a market with over 100 exhibitors selling Scottish produce, a street food avenue and hands-on lessons in the Christmas Food Theatre. Leave the car too as there are craft gin tastings, champagne masterclasses and a ski bar serving mulled wine. EICC, Edinburgh, Fri 25–Sun 27 Nov.

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CHILDREN'S CLASSIC CONCERTS In Glasgow, Owen and Olly are joined by the RSNO and Manor School of Ballet to present a selection of festive hits in Christmas Countdown. Over in Edinburgh, their Christmas Swingalong features Disney classics to sing along to, with music courtesy of the RSNO Big Band.

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Sun 4 Dec; Usher Hall, Edinburgh, Sun 11 Dec.

STAR WARS: ROGUE ONE Calm down, it’s not Episode VIII time just yet. Instead, this Christmas we get Rogue One, the first ever standalone Star Wars Anthology film. Events are set just after Episode III – Revenge of the Sith and there's an all-star cast to make your Christmas, including The Theory of Everything's Felicity Jones, Firefly's Alan Tudyk, and The Last King of Scotland himself, Forest Whitaker.

General release from Thu 15 Dec.

NIGHTVISION PRESENTS MUSIKA – KOLSCH, RICHY AHMED + MORE As if Nightvision and Musika’s usual output of house, techno and electro wasn't enough, they’ve got this great night in store this Christmas too. On Sat 17 Dec, producer Kolsch, Richy Ahmed Theo Kottis, and more are bringing the tunes. Consider the sets from these Scottish clubbing giants to be an early present. The Liquid Room, Edinburgh, Sat 17 Dec.

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IRN BRU CARNIVAL Are you brave enough to take on the King Loops, Speed Buzz or Midnight Express Matterhorn at this indoor carnival? If you don’t have the stomach for thrill rides, there's also traditional family fun like dodgems, waltzers and a helter skelter, with kids rides for the wee ones.

SECC, Glasgow, Wed 21 Dec–Sun 15 Jan.

SCOTTISH BALLET’S HANSEL AND GRETEL It’s not Christmas without an enchanting Scottish Ballet show.

Last year’s was the wonderful Cinderella; this year’s offering is a revival of Hansel and Gretel. Based on the classic Brothers Grimm tale, expect a festive blend of the magical and the macabre – with some world-class dancing to boot, of course. Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Thu 8–Sat 31 Dec; Theatre Royal, Glasgow, Thu 5–Sat 14 Jan.

RODDY WOOMBLE’S CHRISTMAS HOOTENANNY Returning for a third year, and therefore a festive tradition, Roddy Woomble presents an evening of Idlewild classics, solo material and festive tunes. Will there be a sing-along to ‘Fairytale of New York’? We hope so. Teviot Debating Hall, Edinburgh, Fri 16 Dec.

PASSENGERS After languishing in Hollywood back rooms for years, Jon Spaihts’ sci-fi thriller is finally hitting cinemas – and with two of its most bankable stars, no less. Chris Pratt (Guardians of the Galaxy) and Jennifer Lawrence (no references needed, right?) play Jim and Aurora, who accidentally wake up early on a ship full of hibernation pods on its way to a new planet. General release from Fri 23 Dec.

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READER OFFERS WIN TICKETS TO SEE MORGAN & WEST: A (SORT OF) CHRISTMAS CAROL MAGIC SHOW The world’s most distinguished duo of time travelling magicians Morgan & West present Charles Dickens’ timeless classic A Christmas Carol for ages five plus. The only problem is, they’re baffled by the story.

Well not just one problem, there are also only two of them to play all the parts.

Oh, and Mr West is rather insistent on doing a magic show at the same time. How hard could it possibly be?

TWO COCKTAILS FOR £10 AT KALEIDOSCOPE WHISKY BAR & SHOP

Whisky and cocktail fans are in for a treat as The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has opened a new whisky bar. The 28 Queen Street venue has undergone a top to bottom refurbishment and now houses the new Kaleidoscope Whisky Bar & Shop.

To be in with a chance of winning, just log on to list.co.uk/offers and tell us:

The Kaleidoscope Whisky Bar is open to all, completely unique with a constantly changing menu of whisky flavours to taste and explore. With over 200 whiskies on offer, enjoy a wide selection of rare SMWS single casks along with a guest selection of unusual proprietary bottles curated by whisky icon Charles MacLean. There is also a great range of draught and bottled craft beers, wine, whisky, classic cocktails and other interesting spirits. Bar food is also available throughout the day.

Morgan and West will be doing a (sort of) version of which famous Christmas story by Charles Dickens?

The List have teamed up with Kaleidoscope Whisky Bar to offer readers two cocktails for only £10. Through November and December, enjoy the festive season and warm up in the new bar with a cocktail with a twist.

There’s fun in store for everyone in this utterly splendid (and totally silly) Christmas magic show.

The List are offering readers the chance to win a family ticket to a mid-week performance of Morgan & West: A (Sort Of) Christmas Carol Magic Show before 23 Dec. A family ticket admits four with a maximum of two adults.

Morgan & West: A (Sort Of) Christmas Carol Magic Show Festival Square Theatre Edinburgh, EH3 9SR 1 Dec 2016 – 7 Jan 2017

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TERMS & CONDITIONS: Competition closes 18 Nov 2016. Tickets are subject to availability.

The winning tickets are only available for a mid-week show before 23 Dec. Tickets are non-transferable. There can only be a maximum of two adults per winning family ticket bundle.

The List’s usual rules apply.

WIN A DAFFY’S GIN CHRISTMAS GIFT BOX

The Daffy’s Christmas gift box is the ultimate present for any gin lover this Christmas. The gift box includes a bottle of award-winning Daffy’s classic gin nestled between two Spanish crystal gin glasses with a bespoke design by world-famous artist Robert McGinnis. Gin lovers will be able to purchase the gift box online and in Harvey Nichols from Tue 1 Nov. The List have teamed up with Daffy’s to offer one lucky reader the chance to win this stunning gift, meaning they will not need to add it to their Christmas wish list this year. To be in with a chance of winning just log on to list.co.uk/offers and tell us:

Which country are the Daffy’s glasses from? facebook.com/Daffysgin @DaffysGin

daffysgin.com TERMS & CONDITIONS: Competition closes Fri 16 Dec 2016.

Must be 18 or over and a UK resident to apply. Usual List rules apply.

To redeem the offer simply show this voucher when ordering at the bar or visit list.co.uk/offers for a digital version and show on your mobile device.

The Kaleidoscope Whisky Bar & Shop 28 Queen Street Edinburgh, EH2 1JX

smws.com/kaleidoscope @SMWSUK TERMS & CONDITIONS: Offer ends 31 Dec 2016. Strictly ages 18 and over. One offer per visit per group but multiple visits are allowed. The List’s usual rules apply.

WIN A LUXURY AFTERNOON TEA FOR TWO AT COLONNADES

Colonnades on the Royal Mile is Edinburgh’s finest award-winning Afternoon Tea experience. Their Chef has created a bespoke 3-tiered tower of savoury and sweet delights for you to enjoy in spectacular surroundings.

Afternoon Tea in this historic building is a much sought after Christmas gift for anyone who loves fine food, unusual teas or simply enjoys a lovely afternoon out.

The List are giving away Afternoon Tea for two at the award-winning, luxurious Colonnades. To be in with a chance of winning log on to list.co.uk/offers and tell us:

What century architecture is Colonnades? des?

Colonnades at the Signet Library Parliament Square Edinburgh EH1 1RF

colonnadesedinburgh.com TERMS & CONDITIONS: Competition closes Mon 19 Dec 2016. Subject to availability, booking is essential. Vouchers will be valid for 12 months, for two people.

Dietary specific afternoon teas available on request

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READER OFFERS WIN A HARVIESTOUN CRAFT BEER CHRISTMAS

WIN TICKETS TO THE STREET PARTY AT EDINBURGH’S HOGMANAY

Pioneering brewery, Harviestoun, has Christmas wrapped up with a range of premium beers that are perfect for every beer drinker.

The List are offering readers the chance to win a Luxury Wooden Box containing six of Harviestoun’s darkest and most decadent beers.

These are trophy pieces waiting to be savoured at your next special occasion.

To be in with a chance of winning, just log on to list.co.uk/offers or visit harviestoun.com/competition.

For 30 years, Harviestoun has been experimenting, innovating and winning awards. Whether playing with Highland Park whisky casks or launching their flagship Schiehallion in can, Harviestoun continue to explore the many possibilities of their craft. The Harviestoun repertoire of beers include, Ola Dubh, Old Engine Oil and Raspy Engine.

harviestoun.com/competition @HarviestounBrew TERMS & CONDITIONS: Competition closes 31 Dec 2016.

Entrants must be over 18 years old. The List’s usual rules apply.

WIN TICKETS TO SEE FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE AT EDINBURGH’S CHRISTMAS Five Guys Named Moe features the toe-tapping and irresistible hits of jazz legend Louis Jordan, performed on stage by a live band. The musical follows the story of newly single and broke Nomax who finds solace in the soul, music and infectious energy of the Five Guys Named Moe, who emerge to rouse him from his misfortunes.

Packed with an uplifting live soundtrack of soul, blues, gospel and early r’n’b, and led by the all-singing, all dancing Five Guys, this high-octane production is the ultimate celebration to lift your soul.

The List are giving away a pair of tickets to see a major new production of the hit West End and Broadway musical, Five Guys Named Moe, as it comes to Edinburgh this Christmas. To be in with a chance of winning just log on to list.co.uk/offers and tell us:

Which jazz legend’s hits feature in Five Guys Named Moe? Five Guys Named Moe Festival Square Theatre Lothian Road 18 Nov – 7 Jan

Party people from all over the world gather to bring in the New Year at one of the world’s biggest outdoor parties. Join in the fun at any of the four Street Party Stages on Dec 31 at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay and enjoy four fireworks displays on the hour from 9pm set against the backdrop of the stunning Edinburgh Castle.

The Waverley Stage will be headlined by music legends The Charlatans, with special guests to be announced. The Celtic inspired Castle Stage will feature exhilarating performances from leading Scottish Celtic crossover bands Salsa Celtica, Manran and Ross Ainslie & Ali Hutton.

On the Frederick Stage, you’ll find DJ’s, dancers and all round legends Guilty Pleasures. Accompanying them are VJ’s Buttercup and Pixel mixing cutting-edge visuals for all your snap-happy needs. The Mound Stage, programmed in collaboration with the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival, will feature Edinburgh favourites James Brown is Annie, Brass Gumbo and Blues n Trouble.

The List are giving away two pairs of tickets to attend the Street Party at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay. To be in with a chance of winning just log on to list.co.uk/offers and tell us:

Who is headlining the Waverley Stage?

Street Party at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Edinburgh city centre Sat 31 Dec 2016 7pm – 1am

Share your Hogmanay experience using

#blogmanay @edhogmanay edinburghshogmanay.com

edinburghschristmas.com @Edxmas Terms and Conditions: Competition closes 19 Nov 2016. Available Mon – Wed, 19 Nov – 7 Jan. Inner circle stalls only. Subject to availability. Recommendation of Parental Guidance when booking for under 16s. Usual List rules apply.

Terms and Conditions: Competition closes 2 Dec 2016. Entrants must be 18 years or over.

Open to households in UK & Ireland only. Tickets will be non-changeable, non-refundable and will carry no face value. Tickets will be posted to winner. Usual List rules apply.

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IT’S NOT CHRISTMAS WITHOUT BAILEYS Baileys is the most loved spirit brand in the world, and Christmas is its time to shine.

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k Discover Baileys at Edinburgh’s Christmas Markets from 18 Nov – 7 Jan. And why not try a range of beautiful Baileys serves at home with our luxurious Baileys Chocolat Luxe or the limited edition Baileys Pumpkin Spice

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Baileys is an incredibly versatile spirit which can be enjoyed in a whole host of occasions – from the festive get-together with friends, to the perfect indulgent post-meal treat.

Make the most of your Christmas and try these fantastic Baileys serves.

Baileys & Coffee

Baileys Hot Chocolate

Baileys Flat White Martini

0.8 units per serve

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1.7 units per serve

Treat yourself or friends after dinner with a Baileys and Coffee – the perfect combination.

Ingredients for 1 • 50ml Baileys Original • 110ml Coffee

A delicious twist on your classic hot chocolate - add a fabulously rich & creamy dimension to your festive favourite.

Impress on any night in with the Baileys Flat White Martini - an indulgent and delicious new treat!

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50ml Baileys Original 150ml Hot Chocolate Whipped Cream Chocolate Shavings

2. Pour in Baileys Original 3. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate curls

Ingredients for 1 50ml Baileys Original 25ml Smirnoff No. 21® Vodka 25ml Espresso 3 Coffee Beans

How to make 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice 2. Add in the Baileys Original, Smirnoff No.21 Vodka and espresso 3. Shake until cold 4. Strain into a glass 5. Top with coffee beans and serve with pride

FOR MORE RECIPES VISIT BAILEYS.COM The Baileys word and associated logos are trade marks. © R&A Bailey & Co. 2016.

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Usher Hall, Edinburgh 3pm Sunday 11th December

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Mozart PIANO CONCERTOS No 21 & No 27 MOZART Piano Concerto No 21 in C Piano Concerto No 27 in B-flat ––––– ROBIN TICCIATI – Conductor

Join Owen and Olly and the RSNO Big Band, for a children’s concert that’s crammed with Christmas cool!

To book, visit childrensclassicconcerts.co.uk

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Children’s Music Foundation in Scotland. Registered Scottish Charity SC022841

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What is Christmas without Christmas markets? Nothing makes you feel more festive than wandering around some well-lit wooden huts that are selling everything from glitter-laden decorations to sugar-covered baked goods. Here, we've broken down the best in Edinburgh and Glasgow, so you can turn your festive barometer all the way up to 11

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ALMOND VALLEY HERITAGE CENTRE Meet Santa in his farmyard cottage set within a midwinter forest. Visit the museum to make festive decorations and don’t forget to wish the horses, donkeys and pigs a happy Christmas. Livingston Mill Farm, Sat 3 & Sun 4, Sat 10 & Sun 11, Sat 17 & Sun 18, Thu 22– Sat 24 Dec.

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The Traditional Christmas Market (Thu 10 Nov–Thu 22 Dec) returns to St Enoch Square for another year. There are stalls as far as the eye can see (or as far as the a sstreet runs on for), and don’t even tthink about getting lunch elsewhere: tthe street food here is tip-top. Try the ssausages, we implore you.

Drygate are hosting an Urban Christmas Market this year (Sun 4, C 11 & 18 Dec). It’s child-friendly, dog1 friendly and beer-friendly, and it has fr stalls Scottish designers and t ll ffrom a good d range off S tti h d i d artists, ti t so you can stock up on gifts for that one really arty friend you have.

If you’re wanting to source your gifts from a regular local market, Sloans is a well-heeled weekly outdoor shopping stop, full of gourmet treats and vintage one-offs, and the monthly Sunday Masse Market at St Luke’s (Sun 6 Nov & 4 Dec) is good for records and retro goods.

Mr Claus awaits in a grotto filled with natural Christmas trees and twinkling fairy lights. Kids can have a photo taken with the man himself and receive a stocking filler.

There’s also a Winter Wonderland Trail and performances from carol singers and brass bands. Newhailes Road, Musselburgh, Sat 10 & Sun 11, Sat 17 & Sun 18 Dec.

POLLOK HOUSE Flying the feminist flag this season is Pollok House, which once again welcomes Mrs Claus for December. The Edwardian country house is decorated top to bottom, ready for a traditional Christmas. Pollok Country Park, Glasgow, Sat 3–Sat 24 Dec.

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The much-loved European Market returns to East Princes Street Gardens (Sat 19 Nov–Sat 7 Jan) with a strong selection of bespoke and traditional Christmas items. It’s open 12 hours a day, and plays host to crafters, artists and makers from all over the world.

This is the place to go if you want to consume something hot and alcoholic c while looking at 1000 twinkly lights.

Or, if you just want to consume.

That said, as great as Bratwurst and Glühwein are, Scotland has some e pretty tasty food and drink offerings of its own. The Scottish Market on George Street (Sat 26 Nov–Sat 24 Dec) showcases the best craft, food and drink that the country has to offer. And yes, that means more than just haggis.

But if you prefer your markets without fake snow and Now That’s What I Call Christmas on repeat in the background, Edinburgh has a great range of year-round craft and makers’ markets where you can pick up something special. Morningside Makers Market is held at the Columcille Centre on the first Saturday of the month, and has everything from jewellery to glassware; the Friday market at Waverley Station specialises in food and drink, but also has a range of arts and crafts; and if you like bargain bric-a-brac, check out the Out of the Blue Drill Hall’s flea market on the last Saturday of the month. Also worth exploring are the weekly markets at the Grassmarket and Stockbridge, held on Saturdays and Sundays respectively, for all your purchasing needs.

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While the reindeer rest up for Christmas Eve, Santa can be found on the Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway. There’s seasonal songs to get you in the festive spirit before the man in red presents a gift to each child aboard. Bo’ness Station, Union Street, Bo’ness, Sat 3 & Sun 4, Sat 10 & Sun 11, Sat 17 & Sun 18, Thu 22 & Fri 23 Dec.

SANTA LAND AT EDINBURGH'S CHRISTMAS Enter Santa’s grotto to hear a festive fairytale, meet the elves, sit on Father Christmas’ knee and receive a gift. There’s also a Christmas tree maze, Santa train and family-friendly rides to enjoy in Santa Land.

East Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, Sat 19 Nov–Sat 24 Dec.

SNOW FACTOR Join Mr Claus for a meal – he's available for breakfast, brunch, lunch, late lunch or dinner.

You also get a gift, a story read by Santa and d 30 minutes of sledging on real snow. How ow many grottos can guarantee real snow? Intu Braehead, Glasgow, Sat 26 Nov– Nov–Sat v Sat 24 Dec.

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Snaw joke – Johnny McKnight is back

Following on from his success with the scourge of Christmas, Kristine Cagney Kringle, the incomparable Johnny McKnight brings the outrageous minx back for his latest Tron production, The Snaw Queen.

It’s been two years since Kristine Cagney Kringle was released on an unsuspecting theatre audience in Miracle on 34 Parnie Street, where she fought for the rights of a (somewhat lairy, but endearing) female Santa Claus. And it’s the first time McKnight has reprised a character from a previous pantomime, as he wanted to take his muchloved dame into a different setting.

As the writer and star explains, ‘Basically, when I was assembling the story I felt there needed to be high stakes and then the brain started to tick: Christmas is the best time to bring in Santa and if I’ve already set up that Santa is female it would be a shame not to “resurrect” a character. This gives me a wee chance to see what she’s like in her own home and who she hangs aboot with.’

From that first appearance, Kringle became a fully-formed character who has life beyond one show, and McKnight found the process of reviving her exciting, especially when finding a suitable sparring partner for her to clash with.

Another happy surprise is that McKnight’s wonderful comedy foil Darren Brownlie is also back. ‘He’s such a versatile actor / dancer / singer that it’s a joy to see how we can contort him each year,’ says McKnight. ‘So this year, we’re launching a full RuPaul assault – he’s the Alexis Colby to my Krystle Carrington’.

Undoubtedly, The Snaw Queen, with its witty post-modern sensibility and McKnight’s sharp command of Glasgow slang and pop cultural references, will leave many other pantos wanting. (Lorna Irvine) ■ Tron Theatre, Glasgow, Tue 29 Nov–Sat 7 Jan.

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HANSEL AND GRETEL

Big-budget magic carpet ride

Gag-filled tradtional fun

Into the woods with a twist

With Pavilion favourite Johnny Mac and Wet Wet Wet’s Marti Pellow replacing the Krankies as the star turn, Qdos’ high energy and expensive production looks to new celebrities to share the stage with spectacular effects and the trademark 3D visuals. Brash and energetic, the SECC has a reputation for pulling out all the festive stops. (Gareth K Vile) ■ SECC, Glasgow, Sat 10–Sat 31 Dec.

Prince Charming’s search for his Cinders is given a starry treatment. Scottish comedy veterans Gregor Fisher and Tony Roper head the lineup this year as the Ugly Sisters, which should give you an idea of what to expect. King’s pantos are always full of local patter, colourful sets and traditional seasonal fun. (Lorna Irvine) ■ King’s Theatre, Glasgow, Fri 2 Dec–Sun 8 Jan.

The creative team behind A Christmas Carol returns, and with Dominic Hill at the helm the emphasis is on storytelling with a twist. There are no panto dames and choruses of ‘he’s behind you’, and the tale of two children visiting a gingerbread house won’t be sugar-coated but will thrill older children and adults. (Lorna Irvine) ■ Citizens Theatre, Glasgow, Tue 6 Dec–Sat 7 Jan. 2016 WISHLIST 15

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EDINBURGH FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE One guy who gave rock’n’roll to you ‘What is Five Guys Named Moe about?’ ponders director Paulette Randall.

‘It’s about a guy on a journey really, and discovering himself. And hopefully coming to the right decision at the end – with a lot of music that educates him!’ Although Five Guys was an early entry in the jukebox musical genre, debuting in 1991, it relies less on the brand of Louis Jordan, whose music provides the soundtrack, than the irrepressible energy and nostalgia of 1930s and 1940s jazz and blues.

Jordan is not a household name – despite the musical winning an Olivier Award in 1991 and getting a Tony nod – and his 1930s hits lack the familiarity that rescues many jukebox musicals from lazy scripting.

Aside from ‘There Ain’t Nobody Here but Us Chickens’ and the title number, which provides the plot with its all-singing, all-dancing heroes, the songs stand up as slices of popular jazz rather than recognisable sing-a-longs.

Using the classic blues story of the lovelorn, lonely and broke man as a springboard for a musical therapy session, the five guys educate their audience in the ways of love and flirtation.

This revival promises to re-establish Jordan as a great songwriter, who turned out witty dance music and changed the course of 20th century music without losing his sense of fun.

Building to an outbreak of audience participation – there is always dancing in the aisles – Five Guys Named Moe promises to rescue the jukebox musical from its formulaic patterns and celebrate a hit parade superstar who gave his songs the kind of surreal storytelling that fits perfectly in musical theatre. (Gareth K Vile) ■ Festival Square Theatre, Edinburgh, Fri 18 Nov–Sat 7 Jan.

SCOTTISH BALLET’S HANSEL AND GRETEL

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK

ALICE IN WONDERLAND

Giant-slaying old-school panto

Festive journey through the looking glass

The King’s Theatre’s prize panto posse – namely stalwarts Andy Gray, Allan Stewart and Grant Stott – return to the stage with a new stab at the classic horticultural fairytale. Expect at least a handful of more cheeky jokes for the grownups in the audience about the size of Jack’s, er, trunk, as well as the usual topical digs at Edinburgh’s trams. (Niki Boyle) ■ King’s Theatre, Edinburgh, Sat 26 Nov–Sun 15 Jan.

Anthony Neilson writes and directs the Lyceum’s Christmas show this year: an original adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s trippy children’s tale. Expect Victorian-era family-friendly flights of fancy, with the possibility of darker undercurrents given Neilson’s in-yer-face reputation and previous works such as The Wonderful World of Dissocia and God in Ruins. (Niki Boyle) ■ Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh, Sat 26 Nov–Sat 31 Dec.

High-drama dance spectacle Artistic director Christopher Hampson revives his choreography of the classic story of children lost in the wood. Reimagining the adventure so that the happy ending reunites the heroic pair with their lost friends, this production skimps on neither the magical spectacle or the high drama battling the wicked witch. (Gareth K Vile) ■ Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Sat 10–Sat 31 Dec; Theatre Royal, Glasgow, Thu 5–Sat 14 Jan. 16 WISHLIST 2016

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FRIGHTENED RABBIT • They could have gone for the Hydro instead, but this is a much more fitting venue for the transatlantic success story. Barrowland, Fri 16, Sat 17 & Sun 18 Dec.

SONG, BY TOAD CHRISTMAS PARTY • One of Edinburgh’s most popular homespun Christmas parties returns in SBT’s DIY Leith headquarters, with Meursault, Virgin of the Birds and Faith Eliott.

Happiness Hotel, Fri 2 Dec

SKREAM • The dubstep pioneer turned renowned producer and party DJ rounds off his Open to Close tour, playing for six hours straight. Sub Club, Sun 18 Dec.

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SISTER SLEDGE • After their hugely well-received summer set at Kelvingrove Bandstand, the singers behind ‘We Are Family’ (pictured above) are back by popular demand. Barrowland, Wed 21 Dec.

NEU! REEKIE! • Rebel spoken word and poetry night N!R! is back

unannounced as yet, but the grassroots Christmas specials from Lost Map Records’ finest are always essential. Pilrig St Paul’s, Sat 10 Dec.

with Khartoum Heroes (featuring King Creosote and Vic Galloway), Be Charlotte, and more to be announced. Central Hall, Fri 16 Dec.

COLONEL MUSTARD & THE DIJON 5’s YELLOW XMAS PARTY • With a reputation as one of Scotland’s most riotously fun

RODDY WOOMBLE’S CHRISTMAS HOOTENANNY • The

live acts, the Dijons round off the year with a party. Just don’t eat the yellow snow. ABC, Fri 23 Dec.

sometime Idlewild frontman (pictured above) and folksy solo artist goes all Jools Holland for this seasonal special. Teviot Debating Hall, Fri 16 Dec.

FATHERSON • They’re not at Frightened Rabbit level yet, but

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the Kilmarnock rock trio are big enough for their own Barrowland special. Barrowland, Fri 23 Dec.

Released as a download and a book of music, with proceeds going to Shelter Scotland, ‘Home For the Holidays’ is a compilation of original Christmas songs featuring eagleowl, Meursault and Book Group.

Summerhall, Fri 16 & Sat 17 Dec.

SPACE IBIZA ON TOUR • This was the year Ibiza’s Space came to an end, and artists including Dubfire and James Zabelia are appearing at this farewell tour. ABC, Wed 28 Dec.

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Rowena McIntosh rounds up a few of the wonderful and weird events for the silly season STYLE MILE CARNIVAL A procession of music, dance and festivity through the shopping district of Glasgow. Participants include the Dance School of Scotland, the Citizens Theatre Community Company, Abhinaya Dance, Samba Ya Bamba Youth Group and plenty of festive characters. St Enoch Centre, Glasgow, Sun 27 Nov.

24 DAYS OF ADVENT Peep behind 24 doors across the city to discover not a chocolate angel, but a host of spaces and venues normally closed to the public. The event is organised with the Festival of Architecture and the Royal Incorporation of Architects Scotland and is completely free.

Buildings to explore include the Royal Lyceum Theatre, the Chapel of St Albert the Great and BT Murrayfield Stadium. Various venues, Edinburgh, Thu 1–Sat 24 Dec. YULETIDE GAMES Thankfully not a festive version of the Hunger Games. Summerhall’s

NIGHTVISION PRESENTS MUSIKA • In association with Snowbombing, huge Danish producer Kolsch appears alongside Jonas Rathsman and Edinburgh’s own Theo Kottis. (David Pollock) Liquid Room, Sat 17 Dec.

party night offers five rooms of entertainment with mini-golf, a sensory game show and mini radio-controlled buggy racing. The night also features big soul sounds on the stereo and a hog roast.

Much more interesting than the standard office Christmas party.

Summerhall, Edinburgh, 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 21 & 22 Dec. CHRISTMAS QUEENS Stars of the fabulous RuPaul´s Drag Race, including Alaska, Manila Luzon, Detox, Katya and Phi Phi O’Hara, present an extravagant Christmas show. The night features tracks from their

new album, ‘Christmas Queens Vol. 2 ’, and is hosted by judge Michelle Visage. O2 Academy, Glasgow, Sat 3 Dec. GLASGOW SANTA DASH Be one of 6,000 suited Santas to turn the streets of Glasgow into a big beardy blur. This festive 5km welcomes adults, children and even dogs. Last year it raised £40,000 for its nominated charity, which in 2016 is Beatson Cancer Charity. Your post-dash mince pies will be well earned.

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So, you’ve got your turkey, your beef, and a metric tonne of potatoes and veg. The only thing missing is your condiment haul. Here are the best places to pick up sauces, vinegars and chutneys.

Deck the halls with bells and wine. That’s how the song goes, right? It should be, for what is Christmas without a wee merlot, shiraz or sauvignon blanc? We’ve rounded-up the best wine shops so you can stock up on grapey goodness.

DEMIJOHN This liquid deli is a great place to pick up homemade made ad chutney, oils and vinegar. You can write a message on the bottles es if you like, and bring them back to be refilled time and time again. 32 Victoria Street, Edinburgh, EH1 2JW; 382 Byres Road, Glasgow, G12 8AR, demijohn. co.uk

CANAPÉ WINES Established in 1983, this wee wine shop boasts C a strong selection of fine and rare vintages, and in 2011, they launched their online shop with thousands of products available to order. 85 Main t Street, Bothwell, Glasgow, G71 8ER, canapewines.co.uk DRINKMONGER Opened in 2011 by the award-winning Royal Mile

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The home of homemade chutneys, jams, mustards, hot sauces, honey and more. While they have their own online shop, you can also pick up a jar of mustard or two in John Lewis. John Lewis, St James Centre, EH1 3SP; John Lewis, Buchanan Galleries, Killermont Street, Glasgow, G1 2GF, edinburgh-preserves.com

PECKHAM’S If you're after something saucy to go with your wine and cheese, Peckham’s is the place. It specialises in Scottish goods, and offers delivery and shop collection for your convenience.124-126 Byres Road, Glasgow, G12 8TB, shop.peckhams.co.uk LUPE PINTOS With products imported from Spain, Mexico, America and other far-off lands, this is great place to pick up some spicier sauces to give your Brussels sprouts a wee bit of heat. 24 Leven Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9LJ; 313 Great Western Road, Glasgow, G4 9HR, lupepintos.com

Whiskies, Drinkmonger has an impressive selection available in store and online. 11 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, EH10 4HN, drinkmonger.com

HENDERSON WINES Henderson’s has a first-class selection of vino. If you’re hosting a wine-based soirée, they also offer local delivery, glass loaning and party planning services. 109 Comiston Road, Edinburgh, EH10 6AQ, hendersonwines.co.uk RAEBURN FINE WINES If you’re looking for a place to suggest a bottle, and then give you all the tasting notes you need to accompany it, look no further than Raeburn Fine Wines. 23 Comely Bank Road, Edinburgh, EH4 1DS, raeburnfinewines.com VINO VALENTINO With such a romantic, alliterative name, how could you not love this place? Vino’s specialises in Italian wine, and has friendly, attentive staff to help you pick the perfect bottle.

6 Chancellor Street, Glasgow, G11 5RQ, vinovalentino.co.uk

VALVONA & CROLLA DELICATESSEN

Pick up Italian sauces at the much-loved Valvona & Crolla deli. They source all their products from small, artisan producers and farmers, and if you’re after a little Mediterranean twist with your Christmas dinner, this is an excellent choice. 19 Elm Row, Edinburgh, EH7 4AA, valvonacrolla.co.uk

WINE PALATE Cleanse your palate by shopping here. This independent merchant has a range of more than 300 specially-selected wines, which should do for at least Christmas Day. 1037 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G3 7TZ, winepalate.co.uk

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Parties, dinners, pre-drinking, alcoholic gifts given in a bottle bag on its umpteenth outing: Christmas is a very boozy season. Here’s where to head when you’re on the hunt for a special tipple this December.

That awkward moment when you ask your host, ‘can I bring anything’ and they answer, ‘dessert’. Put down the Mary Berry cookbook and leave the baking to the professionals. Here, we round up where to go for a sugar fix.

THE GOOD SPIRITS CO.

This Bath Street basement is stacked ed with alcoholic delights from across the globe. There are gins sourced from Shetland to New Zealand, vodkas flavoured with Polish honey, Japanese and American whiskey, Scotch whisky, brandy, tequila and rum. 23 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 1HW, thegoodspiritsco.com

ARTISAN CHEESECAKES Okay, so cheesecake doesn’t AR instantly leap to mind when Christmas is mentioned. But with flavours insta like Eton mess and chocolate & salted caramel brownie amongst their 300 creations, cheesecake sounds more tempting than a Christmas pud.

104 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, EH10 4ES, artisancheesecakes.com

DEMIJOHN Your chosen spirit will be bottled before your very eyes.

The shelves are stacked with giant demijohns filled with sloe gin, rhubarb vodka liqueur and spiced rum liqueur. 32 Victoria Street, Edinburgh, EH1 2JW; 382 Byres Road, Glasgow, G12 8AR, demijohn.co.uk

BAKERY47 In this small artisan bakery in Glasgow's southside, the bread, pastries and cakes are baked fresh every day but you better not dither because when they’re gone, they’re gone. 76 Victoria Road, Glasgow, G42 7AA, bakery47.com

DRINKMONGER You’re already going for your wine, so stay for the

COCO CHOCOLATIER

spirits. You know a shop knows its stuff when the vodkas are divided by ingredients (potato, barley, corn) and the gin is classified as Old Tom, London Dry and floral. The ideal place for that loveable drink snob in your life. 11 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, EH10 4HN, drinkmonger.com

THE SCOTCH WHISKY SHOP

With nearly 500 different whisky bottlings, you’re sure to find a scotch of your liking here. There’s also a specially developed flavour map to help you choose, and pick’n’mix miniatures to create your own tasting pack. 354 Castlehill, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 2NE, scotchwhiskyexperience.co.uk/shop

VALHALLA'S GOAT An independent bottle shop with beer and wine stacked floor to ceiling. Their concise selections of liqueurs, gins, vodkas, malts, blends and brandies are eclectic and wide ranging. Stop by the chocolate fridge and the well-stocked humidor on the way to the till. 449 Great Western Road, Glasgow, G12 8HH, valhallasgoat.com

Gorgeous hand-tempered chocolate so beautifully packaged it’ll make your own wrapping attempts look meagre by comparison. 20 Raeburn Place, Edinburgh, EH4 1HN; 174 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, EH10 4ER, cocochocolate.co.uk

MADEMOISELLE MACARON Inspired by her time in Paris, Mademoiselle Macaron brings the colourful French delicacy to Edinburgh. Classic flavours include rose, raspberry and vanilla or you could opt for the more unusual Earl Grey, Hendricks Gin or Innis & Gunn.

22 Grindlay Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AP, mademoisellemacaron.co.uk TANTRUM DOUGHNUTS This petite shop on Old Dumbarton Road celebrates its first birthday in December. Fried in rapeseed oil in small batches, their doughnuts are filled and covered with home-made custards, fondants, purées and jams. Flavour combos include vanilla crème brûlée, peanut butter & jelly, and almond old fashioned. 35 Old Dumbarton Road, Glasgow, G3 8RD, tantrumdoughnuts.com 2016 WISHLIST 23

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Rowena McIntosh and Rebecca Monks give you guidance on where to go with both groups, whether you’re planning an afternoon out for ice-cream, or a scoop of ice-cream with a vodka shot on the side

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When you’ve got your elderly relatives, the sprogs and that auntie who isn’t really your auntie in tow this December, you need somewhere to eat that’s going to keep everyone in good festive cheer. Well, we’ve got you covered.

In Glasgow, the Brooklyn Café has been feeding families for 85 years. The menu covers breakfast, lunch and dinner, with café classics like mac’n’cheese and an ice-cream counter full of traditional and quirky flavours. Over at West Brewery, the kitchen serves up quintessential German cuisine as well as old favourites such as fish and chips and the delightfully named Kinderschnitzel for the kids. It’s also dog friendly, for those whose definition of family extends to our four-legged friends. After the complexity of three-course Christmas meals, bask in the simplicity of Paesano Pizza. There are just eight pizzas to choose from, all made with ingredients direct from Italy, and retro ice-cream offerings like 99s and oysters for dessert. If the kids in the party need to run off some energy, Scaramouche boasts a kids’ play area to keep younger diners entertained while you tuck into classic pub grub.

In Edinburgh, Hemma also has an in-restaurant play area. You’d be hard-pushed not to find something you like on one of their smörgåsbords, and the menu also boasts a variety of veggie, vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options. Mimi’s Bakehouse serves comfort food crowd-pleasers including stovies and quesadillas for adults and children. Avoid the Christmas pudding versus yule log debate and enjoy some of the glorious homemade cakes for afters. La Favorita has a reputation for family-friendly service and offers an extensive menu of wood-fired pizzas and gourmet pastas. Once the kids have selected from the dedicated menu, they can engross themselves in the complimentary kids pack. Elsewhere, Scran & Scallie is Michelinstarred chef Tom Kitchin’s version of the pub. This relaxed venue serves breakfast, lunch, ‘bar scran’ and dinner, all following the pub’s ethos of ‘from nature to plate’, and welcomes children of all ages (and even pooches) for some top-notch grub.

Ah, th the Christmas night out: sequins, shots and squabbling over the disappointing Secret Santa gifts you and your friends exchanged earlier. Your night will almost certainly end with a visit to the local chip shop and a bit of a sore head, but at least there are plenty of interesting places to drink cocktails and beer before you reach that point.

For a group night out in Edinburgh, Akva is a good place to start your evening. It’s nice and big, which means you can cram all your pals plus their reluctant partners into one space. It’s good for cider and beer, and if all that Rekorderlig gives you an appetite, there’s a tasty selection of bar bites, too.

For a fun night filled with cocktails, Hoot The Redeemer is the one. As well as having one of the strangest bar names in the city, this place has a retro funfair theme and something called a ‘mystic ball cocktail’. If you’re after a more upscale cocktail bar, try 99 Hanover Street. There’s usually a DJ spinning some mad tunes too, so if that third cosmopolitan sends you over the edge, you can bust a sweet move. For a simple pint and a chat, try Jeremiah’s Taproom or The Hanging Bat. Both are craft beer havens, and have ever-rotating taps. Or, if you fancy wine and dulcet music, Smith & Gertrude and The Last Word Saloon are two Stockbridge haunts that will be right up your street.

If you and your squad in Glasgow are all about craft beers, start at Drygate. This East End industrial-styled beer wonderland has all the barley and hops you can dream of, and it’s pretty stylish, too. At six°north, Scottish brewers bring a unique blend of Belgian beers and Flemish food to a big bierhalle setting. It’s like Oktoberfest in December, which can only call for the donning of festive lederhosen. For an East Village-style speakeasy, head to Chinaski’s. This is the place to order a bourbon and impress your pals with your love of wintery whisky. Or, for Scottish craft gins and tonic pairings, try The Salisbury. If you get hungry, you can always order one of their famous fish dishes, too. An obvious place to end the night is Nice’n’Sleazy: it’s got all the live music and White Russians you could need. Or, there’s Hillhead Bookclub for cut-price cocktails, and a gramophone filled with punch.

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Brian Donaldson rounds up some of the hottest reads of 2016

SWING TIME

Zadie Smith This novel about friendship, race and class slides between now and 1982. An intense rivalry between two wannabe dancers in north-west London morphs into an ambitious meditation on global politics taking in a Madonna-esque pop star building a school in West Africa and a blacked-up Fred Astaire.

PARTY ANIMALS David Aaronovitch Subtitled ‘My Family and Other Communists’, the ever-entertaining journalist and broadcaster grew up in a household that believed it could change the world. The boy David’s upbringing meant he couldn’t join the scouts or read The Beano but he was allowed to visit a dentist who rejected the use of anaesthetic.

THE RISE, THE FALL AND THE RISE Brix Smith Start Surely one of the few memoirs (of this or any other year) to feature both Mickey Mouse and Mark E Smith, The Rise, the Fall and the Rise tells how one Laura Elisse Salenger became Brix Smith, a pivotal figure in 80s post-punk who finally left all that craziness behind to transform into a fashion expert.

INCARNATIONS

Sunil Khilnani Accompanied by a major Radio 4 series, this is an exploration of 50 Indian lives from Buddhist icons to Bollywood superstars, featuring philosophers, warriors, poets and entrepreneurs, some world famous, others much less so. Along the way, Khilnani paints a picture of how this often mythical country became the world’s biggest democracy.

THE OUTRUN Amy Liptrot The ascetic and wild terrain of Orkney makes for a stark contrast to the hedonistic and unhinged environs of London in Liptrot’s debut about the addictions she succumbed to in the latter and the steady recovery she made surrounded by the former. Will Self is a fan, as were panelists of the Wainwright Prize.

HIS BLOODY PROJECT Graeme Macrae Burnet The Kilmarnock-born writer is only the second Scottish author to appear on the Booker shortlist this century (the other being Ali Smith on a mere three occasions) with his inclusion being both quite surprising and thoroughly deserving. A trip to the Public Records Office in Inverness where he traced some family history led Burnet to pen this stirring true crime tome about a 19th century crofter.

DO NOT SAY WE HAVE NOTHING

Madeleine Thien This Booker-shortlisted tale is a sprawling, near 500-page epic which begins in 1990 Canada in the aftermath of the Tiananmen Square protests, and swings back and forth across the early days of Mao’s tenure and the artistic zeal of 1960s Shanghai. Above all, it’s a moving story of idealism, silence and music.

ZERO K Don DeLillo Having lost out to Bob Dylan for the Nobel Prize in Literature, DeLillo can comfort himself with a new novel which cemented his reputation as ‘high priest of the American apocalypse’.

Set partly in a compound where corpses are preserved until new technology can bring them back to life, Zero K tackles many of the terrors of our age.

THE RADIUM GIRLS Kate Moore A torrid portrait of corporate malfeasance in 1920s America, Moore’s book tells of the women who clocked on in factories where their work with a luminous substance made from radium would slowly make them terribly ill. Their search for justice while impending death crept into view is written via an intimate, disturbing and compelling narrative.

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Sign me up From flowers to cheese, Rebecca Monks urges you to send someone a little letterbox love this Christmas

Subscription boxes are, quite literally, the gift that keeps on giving.

Think about it: the recipient gets regular gifts throughout the year, they get them through the post (who doesn't love post?), and you as the buyer can usually pay for this luxury in instalments. So, come Christmas time, you can spend that month’s pay cheque on an exorbitant mulled wine at the Christmas market instead. Here, we’ve rounded up a few of our favourite ideas, from monthly vinyl deliveries to regular stationery refresher kits.

NOT ANOTHER BILL This is for the giftee that is notoriously hard to buy for and / or loves surprises. When you sign up, you specify your style preferences and then each month you’ll get a mystery present in the post. It’s a chance to discover new artists and designers, and past presents have included a glass terrarium, See Concept sunglasses and a Meraki apothecary set.

■ notanotherbill.com, plans starting at £80 for three months

VINYL ME PLEASE That’s the title of the company as well as a direct command from us, by the way. This US-based company bills itself as ‘the best damn record club in the world’, and it’s got a point. VMP ships monthly vinyl packages across the globe, with between one and three archive records (depending on your plan), plus cocktail recipes and artistinspired artwork. It’s a great way to grow a record collection, and since the contents are a monthly mystery, it’s a good way to discover new music.

■ vinylmeplease.com, plans starting at $99 for three months

BLOOM AND WILD A blooming brilliant way to treat a flower-loving friend. Flowers are delivered in a letterbox-friendly package, and are designed to your specifications. You pick the first flower bouquet of the subscription, then choose from weekly, fortnightly, or monthly deliveries.

■ bloomandwild.com, plans starting at £15 per month

GLOSSYBOX This is the macdaddy of beauty boxes. Choose from a three, six or 12-month subscription, and get regular deliveries of products. The contents are a surprise, but past boxes have included goodies such as L’Occitane cleansing foam, Revlon nail polish and Philosophy body lotion.

■ glossybox.co.uk, plans starting at £10 per month

HAPPY PAPER CLUB Everyone knows a stationery addict. Happy Paper Club will make one of them very happy indeed, since it delivers papery goodness once a month, with everything from notebooks to gift cards included.

■ thegreengables.co.uk/store/happypaperclub, plans starting at £10 per month

CHEESE AND CHARCUTERIE CLUB Let’s be honest: you can never have enough cheese and meat.

This club sends two British cheeses and two handmade British charcuteries, with a jar of chutney and some delicious crackers, through the post once a month. Yes please.

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GLASGOW ART, CRAFT & DESIGN Analogue Shop The Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Lane, G1 3NU, facebook.com/ AnalogueShop Run by design community Analogue Social, this shop showcases jewellery, furnishings, ceramics and furniture

by Scottish designers. There are cushions by Rayha, tablewares by Fun Makes Good and vintage clothing

by Headscarves & Pinnies Argyll.

Glasgow School of Art Shop 164 Renfrew Street, G3 6RF, 353 4526, gsashop.co.uk Contemporary designs by students, staff and alumni of The Glasgow School of Art. Shop graphic print bags, cards, modern jewellery, bold homeware and pieces inspired by Glasgow design legend Charles Rennie MackIntosh.

Makers Workshop 912 Pollokshaws Road, G41 2ET, 258 6789, makersworkshopglasgow.com Independent jewellery workshop and makers boutique selling jewellery, ceramics, art, illustration and homeware made by independent designers. They also do commissions, undertake repair work and host classes in jewellery making.

Nancy Smillie Shop 53 Cresswell Street, G12 8AE, 334 4240, nancysmillieshop.com Located on Cresswell Lane, the Nancy Smillie Shop deals in affordable and stylish furniture and jewellery, as well as clothing, prints, cushions, ceramics, throws and accessories.

Paperchase 185-221 Buchanan Street, G1 2JZ, 353 3491, paperchase.co.uk High street stationery supplier stocking cards, fancy wrapping paper, notebooks, diaries, photo albums, gifts and Christmas decorations, with a dedicated section for art supplies.

Queen of Purls 91 Saltmarket, G1 5LE, 552 3552, thequeenofpurls.com A crafter’s haven stocking yarns and fibres for knitting, crochet and felting, as well as books, patterns and accessories.

The Shop of Interest 1058 Argyle Street, G3 8LY, 221 7316, theshopofinterest.co.uk Art boutique and gallery stocking limited edition artwork, prints, jewellery and paper notebooks with specific sections dedicated to art and

design works inspired by Glasgow and Scotland.

Sunshine No.1 1043 Cathcart Road, G42 9AF, 07843 168988, sunshinenumber1. co.uk Shop arts and crafts from artists and makers based in central Scotland.

Stock includes cards, original art, candles, jewellery, quirky brooches and funky homeware. The shop also hosts craft classes to hone your own skills.

Welcome Home CCA, 350 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3JD, welcomehome.bigcartel.com A showcase of craft, design and illustration from designers including Laura Spring, Libby Walker and Bespoke Atelier. The shop stocks homeware, jewellery, stationery, textiles and prints as well as limited edition design pieces.

Rufus Rabbit, Bob & Blossom and Cheeky Chompers.They also stock homewares, accessories and toys and books for kids.

the room. Products are from small, artisanal producers and carry few food miles.

The Glasgow Vintage Co. 453 Great Western Road, G12 8HH, 338 6633, glasgowvintage. co.uk Two floors of vintage clothing dating from the 1950s to the 1980s with selections for men, women and children. Browse for Levi jeans, funky knitwear and leather jackets on neatly colour co-ordinated rails.

Eusebi Deli 152 Park Road, G4 9HB, 648 9999, eusebideli.com A family-owned deli selling products by small artisan makers and specialist producers from Italy and Sicily. Stock up on wine, cheese, pasta and meats.

Mr Ben Retro Clothing Kings Court, 101 King Street, G1 2RB, 553 1936, mrbenretroclothing.com An emporium of retro and vintage finds from decades gone by. Shop for fur coats, football strips, tweed jackets and floral dresses and complete the look with accessories including leather bags, scarves and cowboy boots.

BOOKS Aye Aye Books CCA, 350 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3JD, aye-ayebooks.com Independent bookshop and publisher stocking small-press magazines, pamphlets, journals and zines as well as books on architecture, design, cultural theory and photography.

Pink Poodle 181-183 Byres Road, G12 8TS, 357 3344, pinkpoodleboutique.co.uk West end boutique showcasing quirky Scottish design. There’s statement clothing, classic pieces and a wealth of accessories ranging from scarves, to bags, jewellery and shoes.

Forbidden Planet 168 Buchanan Street, G1 2LW, 331 1215, forbiddenplanet.co.uk Comic shop chain stocking graphic novels, comics, manga, action figures and merchandise from comics, film and TV. If you’re a bit lost among the shelves the staff are happy to share their recommendations.

SneakersER 11 Royal Exchange Square, G1 3AH, 237 9330, sneakerser.com A sneaker laundry and care store stocking all you need to keep your kicks in good nick, including cleaners, protectors, dyes, paints and glues.

Waterstones 153-157 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3EW, 332 9105, waterstones.com Set aside a good chunk of time to browse Scotland’s biggest book shop’s five floors of fiction, biography, travel writing, classics and cook books. Shopping for the tinies in your life? Head for the colourful children’s department in the basement.

Vintage Guru 195 Byres Road, G12 8TN, 339 4750, vintageguru.co.uk An ever-changing stock of vintage, retro and designer clothes for men and women complemented by handmade vintage shoes, unique jewellery and hats of every material.

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Celino’s 620 Alexandra Parade, G31 3BT, 554 0523, celinos.com A much loved resident of Alexandra Parade, Celino’s deli stocks high quality meats, cheese, homemade chicken liver marsala pate, olives, aged balsamic vinegars, olive oils, bread and Italian wines and liqueurs.

Luxuriously wrapped hampers of Italian treats make a great gift for foodies.

Butterfly Kisses 10 Skirving Street, G41 3AA, 649 3552, butterfly-kisses-shop.co.uk There are lovely labels galore in this custom designed boutique including womenswear by Darling, Fever, Lavand and Traffic People. For wee customers there is clothing by

Demijohn 382 Byres Rd, G12 8AR, 337 3600, demijohn.co.uk Purchase small glass bottles in this liquid deli and the staff will fill them with your choice of oil, vinegar or liqueur from the vast demijohns lining

Young’s Interesting Books 18 Skirving Street, G41 3AA, 649 9599 A petite book shop with an emphasis on quality over quantity. Browse new titles as well as second hand books with beautiful vintage covers.

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Good Spirits Co. 23 Bath Street, G2 1HW, 258 8427, thegoodspiritsco.com A basement of alcoholic delights stocking spirits from across the world, an extensive whisky selection, beers and Cuban cigars. Staff are happy to share their expert recommendations and a nip or two to help you choose.

Hippo Beers 128 Queen Margaret Drive, G20 8NY, 946 3020, hippobeers.co.uk Glasgow’s first dedicated speciality beer shop stocking approximately 350 different varieties. Shop craft beers, real ales and world beers by brewery, country or style. There’s also a selection of fine wines and traditional ciders.

Valhalla’s Goat 449 Great Western Rd, G12 8HH, 337 3441, valhallasgoat.com Owned by Williams Bros, of brewing fame, the shop oozes booze knowledge with stocks of boutique wine, craft ciders, spirits and an aweinspiring wall of beer. They round off the finer things in life with handmade chocolates and Cuban cigars.

GIFTS John Lewis Buchanan Galleries, G1 2GF, 353 6677, johnlewis.com A one-stop shop for brands with cookware, cosmetics, toys, cards and Christmas decorations. There’s also a wide range of festive gifts and stocking fillers to browse on the ground floor.

Maia Gifts 21 Bath Street, G2 1HW, 333 1356, maiagifts.co.uk Every item on sale is hand picked by the owner of this independent gift company. Shop for Scottish gifts, slogan cards, handmade jewellery, pretty homewares, leather satchels and seasonal items.

MUSIC Love Music 34 Dundas Street, G1 2AQ, 332 2099, facebook.com/ lovemusicscotland Independent record store specialising in rock with sections for blues, hip hop and jazz. Stock includes CDs, 2016 WISHLIST 43

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Monorail 12 Kings Court, G1 5RB, 552 9458, monorailmusic.com Long-established shop stocking an array of genres from electronic to reggae via modern classical and noise. Shop for new releases, reissues and limited edition vinyl.

TOYS Hamleys St Enoch Shopping Centre, 55 St Enoch Square, G1 4BW, 0371 704 1977, hamleys.com A mammoth toy shop stocking soft toys, dolls, books, games, action figures and arts and crafts. Displays are sorted by age, handy if you aren't sure what kids are into these days.

LEGO Store Buchanan Galleries, G1 2FF, 353 3503, lego.com A treat for wee kids and big kids alike.

Shop for kits based on Harry Potter, Doctor Who and The Simpsons, marvel at the Star Wars Millennium Falcon model and build your own one-of-a-kind LEGO minifigures.

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Aquila 4 Jeffrey Street, EH1 1DT, 556 4952, aquila-edinburgh.com Small but impressive space showcasing its own range of jewellery as well as work from home-grown designers and artists.

Context Interiors 40 Victoria Street, EH1 2JW, 226 5882; 42–44 Cockburn Street, EH1 1PB, 629 0534, contextinteriors. co.uk An eclectic collection of vintage, retro and period interior decorations.

Perfect for that uncle who really would like a compass for Christmas.

Edinburgh Art Shop 129 Lauriston Place, EH3 9JN, 229 1809, edinburghartshop.com Arts, crafts, and all manner of lovely things, in the heart of Edinburgh’s Tollcross area.

Fruitmarket Gallery 45 Market Street, EH1 1DF, 225 2383, fruitmarket.co.uk Contemporary gallery with a top notch bookshop, selling prints, stationery, calendars and more.

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Hannah Zakari 43 Candlemaker Row, EH1 2QB, 226 5433, hannahzakari.co.uk This independent boutique specialises in items that have been designed or handmade by indie designers. Think statement jewellery, floral stationery and cute wee ornaments.

Laurel Gallery 58 St Stephen Street, EH3 5AL, 226 5022, laurelgallery.co.uk Independent gallery which stocks a range of eclectic original art, crafts and painted furniture.

Lucie Fenton Gallery 20a Raeburn Place, EH4 1HN, 332 3999 Art and jewellery salesroom located in Stockbridge.

2902, lookingglassbooks.com Lovely wee book store with something of a fairytale vibe about it. Think tea, cake and literary fiction.

Waterstones West End 128 Princes Street, EH2 4AD, 226 2666, waterstones.com Centrally-located and multi-floored branch of the bookseller.

FASHION ALC Clothing 61 Thistle Street, EH2 1DY, 226 2317, alceshop.com This independent women’s clothing store is here to help you find the perfect pair of jeans. Though denim is its speciality, it also has accessories and other clothing to go along with it.

Paper Tiger 8 Stafford Street, EH3 6AU, 226 2390, papertiger.co.uk Unique cards, some handsome stationery and some pretty lovely wrapping paper to boot.

Armstrongs 83 Grassmarket, EH1 2HJ, 220 5557, armstrongsvintage.co.uk A vintage emporium selling everything from faux fur coats to handbags, hats and clothes, this branch boasts one of the best ranges of pre-loved cashmere in the city.

Red Door Gallery 42 Victoria Street, EH1 2JW, 477 3255, edinburghart.com Independent gallery selling local screenprints and illustration, knitted homewares, jewellery, ceramics, accessories and lots more.

Cookie 29a Cockburn Street, EH1 1BP, 622 7260 Original fashion and giftware, with some of the loveliest dresses around.

White Blossom Paper Boutique 6 Viewforth, EH10 4JF, 629 1290, whiteblossompaper.co.uk Independent shop stocking coloured card, beautiful handmade papers and envelopes, Japanese Chiyogami and Thai silk.

BOOKS Armchair Books 72-74 West Port, EH1 2LE, 229 5927 Floor to ceiling second-hand and antique gems, perfect for the book lover who’s fed up of the bestseller list at the high street book store.

The Edinburgh Bookshop 18 Bruntsfield Place, EH10 4DH, 447 1917, edinburghbookshop. com This Bruntsfield-based haunt was voted Scottish Independent Bookshop of the Year in 2014, and is a must visit for avid readers of all ages.

Golden Hare Books 68 St Stephen Street, EH3 5AQ, 629 1396, goldenharebooks.com Everything you could want from a bookstore, including literary fiction, poetry, non-fiction, graphic novels, art and design, and children’s stories.

Looking Glass Books 36 Simpson Loan, EH3 9GG, 229

Dick’s Edinburgh 3 North West Circus Place, EH3 6ST, 226 6220, dicks-edinburgh. co.uk A mix of men’s and unisex clothing all in classic styles made by the best makers from around the world.

Eden 18 North West Circus Place, EH3 6SX, 225 5222, edenretail.co.uk Independent fashion boutique with designer womenswear, accessories and jewellery.

Epitome 35 Dundas Street, EH3 6QQ, 556 5554, epitomeofedinburgh.com Specialises in Scottish cashmere, high-end designer clothing and accessories.

Godiva 9 West Port, EH1 2JA, 221 9212, godivaboutique.co.uk A fashion boutique known for topnotch vintage products as well as collections from local designers and independent brands.

Herman Brown 151 West Port, EH3 9DP, 228 2589, hermanbrown.co.uk Vintage store with an emphasis on accessories and jewellery as well as quality over quantity. Think staple vintage dresses, bold bangles and classic necklaces.

Multrees Walk St Andrew Square, EH1 3DQ, the-walk.co.uk A good place to put a dent in the credit card, the pedestrian strip where Harvey Nics is found is also home to high-end designers, including Louis Vuitton and Calvin Klein.

New Waverley Waverley Bridge, EH1, newwaverley.com Vibrant, varied shopping area, filled with cool boutiques, independent retailers and a wide range of eateries.

Odyssey Boutique 39-41 William Street, EH3 7LW, 220 2908, odysseyboutique.co.uk Beautiful collections of lingerie, swimwear and ‘pleasure toys’.

Pi-Ku Collective 39 Candlemaker Row, EH1 2QB This tiny shop is full of carefullycurated vintage fashion, accessories and homeware. New, interesting stock arrives regularly, so keep popping back to bag a unique find.

Ragamuffin 278 Canongate, EH8 8AA, 557 6007, ragamuffinloves.blogspot. co.uk Chunky, cosy knitwear, with a good range of Made in Scotland wool jumpers and accessories.

Stockbridge Boutique 20 Deanhaugh Street, EH4 1LY, 332 4911, stockbridgeboutique.co.uk Independent fashion boutique which houses a variety of different brands and designs.

Swish 22 Victoria Street, EH1 2JW, 220 0615, swishlife.co.uk Street-edge fashion over two floors and two shopfronts.

FOOD & DRINK Coco 174 Bruntsfield Place, EH10 4ER, 228 4526; 20 Raeburn Place, EH4 1HN, cocochocolate.co.uk Organic, ethical and non-GM chocolate goodies, all wrapped up in some of the best packaging around.

Cork & Cask 136 Marchmont Road, EH9 1AQ, 447 7721, corkandcask.co.uk Whether you’re after cask beer, wine or spirits, this boutique shop has got it all. They also make bespoke gift hampers, for that uncle who’s choosy about his boozey.

Cranachan & Crowdie 263 Canongate, EH8 8BQ, 556 7194, cranachanandcrowdie.com Fine Scottish food and drink, with whisky gifts and shortbread available.

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Demijohn 32 Victoria Street, EH1 2JW, 225 4090, demijohn.co.uk See Glasgow.

Drinkmonger 11 Bruntsfield Place, EH10 4HN, 229 2205, drinkmonger.com The clue is in the name: this place sells all kinds of wines, craft beers, spirits and whiskies. Bottoms up.

Edinburgh Beer Factory 15 Bankhead Industrial Estate, EH11 4EQ, 442 4562, edinburghbeerfactory.co.uk Brewery shop stocking all kinds of hoppy goodness, including Paolozzi lager.

Great Grog Bottle Shop 2 Dalkeith Road, EH16 5BP, 667 2855, greatgrogshop.co.uk Wine merchant specialising in craft beer. In short, there's plenty of good grog to glug.

IJ Mellis Cheesemonger 30a Victoria Street, EH1 2JW, 226 6215, mellischeese.net Wheels and wheels of cheese, all stacked up in one beautiful shop, with knowledgeable staff on hand to assist you in your cheesy endeavours.

Royal Mile Whiskies 379 High Street, EH1 1PW, 225 3383, royalmilewhiskies.com This specialist malt whisky retailer is the place to go when buying a gift for someone who likes a wee nip.

Valvona & Crolla 19 Elm Row, EH7 4AA, 556 6066, valvonacrolla.co.uk Pick up Italian deli produce like meats, cheeses, pastries, bread and wines.

GIFTS

Mr Wood’s Fossils 5 Cowgatehead, EH1 1JY, 220 1344, mrwoodsfossils.co.uk Minerals, meteorites and other geologically-impressive things, at this unique wee place.

National Museum of Scotland Gift Shop Chambers Street, EH1 1JF, 0300 123 6789, shop.nms.ac.uk Pick up gifts, with items ranging from chess sets and Viking games to earrings and bracelets.

Present Boutique 18 St Mary’s Street, EH1 1SU, 556 5050, presentboutique.co.uk Quirky homewares, one-off jewellery items, camp and kitsch artwork, and presents for pets.

MUSIC Ripping Records 91 South Bridge, EH1 1HN, 226 7010, rippingrecords.com Pick up CDs, gig tickets and a whole load of musical inspiration.

Vinyl Villains 5 Elm Row, EH7 4AA, 558 1170, vinyl-villains.co.uk Renegade record store with plenty of vintage LPs to get your mitts on.

VoxBox Music 21 St Stephen Street, EH3 5AN, 629 6775, voxboxmusic.co.uk Vinyl shop stocking second-hand and new vinyls starting from a walletfriendly £1.50.

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Bonkers 54 Hanover Street, EH2 2DX, 225 5538, bonkers.uk.com Gift shop specialising in quirky presents and gadgets. They also stock a range of Scottish fine soaps.

Canongate canongate.tv Publisher’s online bookstore selling new releases, fiction, non-fiction, audio books and Scottish classics.

The catalogue is also divided up by personality type.

The Dragonfly 111a Broughton Street, EH1 3RZ, 629 4246, thedragonflygifts.co.uk A cute selection of Belle & Boo cards and gifts, ladies clothing and presents (and party season outfits) for babies.

Crown and Glory crownandglory.co.uk Bright and bold hair items handmade in Cornwall. Shop for colourful crowns, clips, fascinators, turbans and headscarves.

Galerie Mirages 46a Raeburn Place, EH4 1HL, 315 2603, galeriemirages.com Find silver pieces from India and Africa, plus mirrors and lanterns at this jewellery and gift shop in Stockbridge.

Culture Label culturelabel.com A unique gift shop for people who like all things cultural. Think art, homeware and lots of things you’d usually find in a museum gift shop.

John Lewis St James Centre, EH1 3SP, 0844 693 1740, johnlewis.com See Glasgow.

Doris Does Doodles dorisdoesdoodles.com Doodles of bicycles, flowers, plants, animals and fruit on cups, bags,

notebooks, brooches and prints.

Doris can create your own unique, retro-style doodle.

ERIBÉ eribe.com A knitwear design house and manufacturer in the Scottish Borders offering a contemporary twist on traditional Scottish knitwear with a stock of scarves, cardigans and sweaters.

Fun Makes Good funmakesgood.co.uk Interior accessories and upholstery in bold geometric patterns and bright colours. Products are made using locally sourced, specialist wools, leathers and hand dyed cotton.

Gillian Kyle gilliankyle.com Glasgow School of Art graduate selling Scottish wares that are hand-drawn and screen printed onto cotton, china or paper. Her collections celebrate Tunnock’s, Scottish breakfasts and more.

Gin Bothy ginbothy.co.uk Premium gins created in a bothy in the glens of Angus. Their gins are made with local seasonal fruits in extremely small batches. Check the website for information on monthly gin concoctions to try at home.

IWOOT iwantoneofthose.com Gadgets galore, plus experience days and technology and homewares.

You’ve always wanted a three-in-one powerbank, torch and hand warmer, right?

Laura Spring lauraspring.co.uk Textile designer working in Glasgow to create totes, purses, weekend bags and satchels with striking prints and bold colour palettes. She also runs one-day printing classes.

Louise Isobel Designs louiseisobeldesigns.com Glasgow-based textile designer with a passion for print-making and pattern design. Cushions, fabric, lampshades and wallpaper influenced by film noir, classic horror and the golden age of Hollywood.

Love From Indie Street lovefromindiestreet.com Website selling personalised gift vouchers from hand-picked, independent stores. Choose from more than 80 businesses in Edinburgh and a growing number in Glasgow. Can’t decide which local shop? Get the independent multi-store card.

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Mrs Bow Tie mrsbowtie.com Premium ties, bowties and pocket squares in a multitude of colours and styles.

There’s also a range of dog collars for fashionable pooches.

Neil Slorance neilslorance.com Glasgow-based illustrator and comic artist selling prints inspired

by Star Wars, Stranger Things, Scottish politics and his pet tortoise. He also sells his own comics, books and whimsical travelogues.

Not On The High Street notonthehighstreet.com Personalised gifts, unique homewares and lots of individualised goodies that you can’t find on the high street.

Oh Corrin etsy.com/uk/shop/OhCorrin Glasgow-based shop mixing paper and pop culture. Shop for illustration prints featuring lyrics by favourite bands as well as Scottish Darth Vader prints and tees.

Ohh Deer ohhdeer.com A collective of more than 35 illustrators selling quirky cards, T-shirts, notebooks, prints, coasters, cushions and plenty more. Browse by item or by individual illustrator.

Present & Correct presentandcorrect.com One for stationery lovers, this has everything you and your desk could ever desire, from cards, tags and notebooks to chalk, pins and pens.

Prezzybox prezzybox.com Gift ideas ‘for everyone’, so the perfect website for when you’re devoid of inspiration.

Taste Cocktails tastecocktails.com Sign up for a monthly subscription kit or buy an individual one. Each box contains ingredients, recipes and information about the source and history of your drinks so you can master the Manhattan, the Margarita and the Daiquiri.

The Twisted Teapot Shop etsy.com/uk/shop/ TheTwistedTeapotShop Screen-printed garments inspired by films, TV and books. Items are hand-printed using water-based inks and shipped from Nottingham, England.

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PAOLO NUTINI Paisley boy Paolo Nutini is headlining Edinburgh’s Hogmanay not once, but twice this year. After tickets for the Concert in the Gardens sold out in record time, a second gig was announced for The Night Afore (and it's not just a festive-sounding title, it really is being held on Fri 30 Dec, the night before NYE). 2016 has been a milestone year for Paolo, as it marks ten years since his first album, These Streets, was released. He’s achieved a remarkable amount in the last decade, including releasing two followup platinum albums, completing world tours, and of course, returning to play two of the biggest annual gigs in the Scottish calendar.

■ Paolo Nutini plays The Night Afore, Princes Street Gardens, Fri 30 Dec & Concert in the Gardens, Sat 31 Dec, as part of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay.

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