Duisdale House Hotel Aird of Sleat Isle of Skye, IV43 8QW Facebook Instagram Link Date of Visit 23-03-2024 Visit & Vibes I was given an overnight stay for my 40th birthday by two good friends at the Duisdale House Hotel on the Isle of Skye. After touring the island by car, it was time to check into the hotel, have dinner, and likely retire early after a long day of driving. Décor ★★★★★ Noise Level ★★★★★ Restaurant Temperature ★★★★★ Table Dressing ★★★★★ Restaurant Cleanliness ★★★★★ Background Music Level ★★★★★ The Food I opted for the two courses at £39.00 Chicken L ..read more

Read Part 1 …. Read Part 2 … Read Part 3 … Read Part 4 … Read Part 5 … Part 6 Finally, the kitchen and breakfast bar were in place. My next step was to hire a tiler to complete the kitchen floor and the front entrance. After finding one, it was time to choose some tiles. I ensured they were non-slip and coordinated. Initially, I considered black and shiny for a nice contrast, but upon realizing the potential danger of spilt water on shiny surfaces, I opted for non-slip tiles. As shown in the picture below, the tiler did an excellent job. Regarding the ..read more

Facebook Instagram Link EVENT 27-03-2024 The Event It’s that time of the month again when the Rum Club gathers. If you’re a rum enthusiast and haven’t attended yet, you should definitely check it out. It’s an enjoyable evening where you get to sample a different brand and style of rum each month. Upon arrival, you’re greeted with a welcome cocktail and plenty of laughter. It’s truly a fantastic experience. So, be sure to join us, and perhaps I’ll see you at the next event. For this month’s gathering, we were treated to a welcome cocktail featuring Mount Gay rum and Velvet felurum corn ..read more

Duisdale House Hotel Aird of Sleat Isle of Skye, IV43 8QW Facebook Instagram Link Date of Visit 23-03-2024 Visit & Vibes The reason for my visit was that last year, I turned 40, and my friends gifted me a voucher for an overnight stay. Finally, I’m getting the chance to use it, and I couldn’t be more excited, as the Isle of Skye has been on my bucket list for ages. This opportunity forced me to take some time out and plan what I could see during the day trip / overnight stay. About The Hotel A former Victorian mansion, and today a characterful and charismatic hideaway, Duisdale is ..read more

Ever wanted to strut your stuff like a drag queen? Now is your chance! Known as much for its vibrant live entertainment schedule, including Fiesta Dancers, professional DJ’s, Drag Acts and musicians, as for its incredible Latin American food, El Santo Bar & Restaurant in Glasgow’s Merchant City has come up with the perfect fun and interactive event which combines both. Taking place on Saturday 13th April, between 2 and 4 pm, and costing £35pp, is the MANE X El Santo Drag Brunch, with one of Scotland’s premier Drag Queens, Lady Rampant, as host, accompanied by the jaw-dropping perform ..read more

Hectors Bothy Station Road Kyle of Lochalsh, IV40 8AE Facebook Link VISITED 23-03-2024 Visit & Vibes This weekend was quite eventful for me, filled with many first-time experiences. I embarked on my first trip to the Isle of Skye, and everything beyond Nevis Range was entirely new to me, so I was eagerly anticipating the adventure. I rose early that morning and set off, but by around noon, hunger began to gnaw at me. Although I had hoped to wait and find something to eat on the island, skipping breakfast left me with no choice but to find a place to stop. As luck would have it, I ..read more

And there’s more… Read Part 1 …. Read Part 2 … Read Part 3 … Read Part 4 … Read Part 5 I will start this post by saying if it wasn’t for my two amazing friends who have helped me this far, I would probably still be trying to figure out many many things. One significant issue I encountered in my previous post, as I mentioned, was that the kitchen designer appeared to have designed the kitchen too large for the available space. They didn’t provide sufficient materials to complete it nicely, possibly due to inaccurate sizings. Moreover, they omitted essential elements like skirting, which is typi ..read more

Scottish Antiques and Arts Centre Abernyte, PH14 9SJ Facebook Instagram Link VISITED 10-03-2024 Visit & Vibes It’s been a while since my last visit here, and I truly enjoy exploring antique shops, just in case I come across something special. Moreover, it’s fascinating to stroll around and admire everything. During my visit today, I also decided to stop for lunch. Décor ★★★★★ Noise Level ★★★★★ Restaurant Temperature ★★★★★ Table Dressing ★★★★★ Restaurant Cleanliness ★★★★★ Background Music Level ★★★★★ Disabled Toilets Yes The Food Menu Choice ★★★★ Bacon, Brie ..read more

597 Mosspark Blvd Glasgow, G52 1SB Facebook Instagram Link DATE OF VISIT 04-02-2024 The Visit I was doing some work at my house since the renovations are still ongoing. I’m doing what I can and waiting for my friends to help with the remaining parts. Then, I received a message from my parents saying that they had booked a table at Bella Vita for dinner tonight. I was thrilled to go back since it’s one of my favorite Italian restaurants. Décor ★★★★★ Noise Level ★★★★★ Restaurant Temperature ★★★★★ Table Dressing ★★★★★ Restaurant Cleanliness ★★★★★ Background Music Level ..read more

Having already attracted critical acclaim since its launch just before Christmas 2023, the chef behind fine dining restaurant, An Cala Ciùin, within the iconic Mishnish Hotel on Tobermory’s seafront, is paying tribute to two of the stand-out local suppliers who are helping him put this new venture well and truly on the culinary map. Experienced chef, Ross Caithness, who has worked in the past with both Martin Wishart and Tom Kitchin, was brought in by Mishnish Hotel owners, Meg and Les MacLeod, to launch a new fine dining restaurant in a previously unused space within the Hotel. He ..read more