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23 Sep

Ellon Gin continues to grow from strength to strength

So much so that owner Kieren Murphy recently took the decision to quit his job as a retail store manager and concentrate on the business full-time.

Press and Journal

14 Sep

Father and son open Banchory kilt shop after both losing jobs in lockdown

Father and son Gavin and Lee Taylor both found themselves out of work when the pandemic hammered the economy last year. “We have had this idea for years, for a kilt shop in the area, as the only ones nearby are in Aberdeen or Royal Deeside.

Evening Express

14 Sep

Launch of new product for owners of Sheer Beauty Salon sees them aim for the top

“We understand the importance of nail care and what is required to maintain healthy nails. We decided to channel this passion and create a product we know will benefit our clients and customers not only in the salon but at home as well."

Press and Journal

14 Sep

Cute Owl is shining bright

Owner Jennifer Gans-Bona (nee Wales) was inspired to create her company during the first lockdown after realising there was several barriers preventing young children from wearing sunglasses.

Press and Journal

14 Sep

Craft beer, gin and coffee a Devenick Drinks recipe for success

“We loved trying out new craft beers, spirits and local coffees during lockdown and are naturally big advocates of buying local – and Aberdeen & Shire certainly have so much to shout about in that respect.”

Press and Journal

16 Jul

Bandit Bakery is well and truly on the rise in Aberdeen

"I think we’re really seeing culture develop and grow in Aberdeen, and it’s wonderful. There’s a real connection between food and drink, art and music developing, and it’s happening because businesses are working together and supporting each other."

Evening Express

16 Jul

Braemar Castle invite people to ‘dance their socks off’ in world record attempt

The 17th century landmark in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park has “played witness to 400 years of turbulent Scottish history” and now hopes to take on an “ambitious re-imagined” role in the community.

Evening Express

16 Jul

WATCH: Aberdeen Arts Centre’s theatre company is back on stage for first time since 2019

Aberdeen Arts Centre will raise the curtain on its first in-house professional production since 2019 when the “nostalgic and funny” play Easy Money takes to the stage on Friday July 16.

Press and Journal

16 Jul

The Weird and The Wonderful: Cafe Kombucha’s haggis nachos are something to shout about

Cafe Kombucha, Elgin’s first-ever vegan eatery, serves up a delicious range of plant-based foods that are fresh, seasonal and vibrant.

Press and Journal

15 Jul

Highlander Cafe Bus owner to open second bus-turned-cafe at Aberdeen beach

The soon-to-be-open cafe, known as Bonnie Bus, will have tables and seating available outside given its smaller scale. All food preparation and cooking will be carried out inside.

Press and Journal

15 Jul

Heartbroken customer launches crowdfunder for owners of Christos Greek Taverna in Aberdeen as it closes its doors

A customer who has been left heartbroken at the news of her favourite Aberdeen restaurant closing has launched a crowdfunder to show her appreciation for the establishment.

Press and Journal

15 Jul

A gastronomic trip from Argentina to Mexico awaits at Aberdeen’s Latinway

Bringing the cuisine of Argentina, Mexico, Columbia, Venezuela and more to Aberdeen, Latinway has provided locals with the opportunity to discover flavours that define Latin American culture.

Evening Express

15 Jul

6 places you must visit in Aberdeenshire to sample top-class pies and bridies

There is something really comforting about pies, bridies or sausage rolls. The EE team have rounded up six bakers and butchers that you really ought to visit in Aberdeenshire.

Evening Express

15 Jul

World’s oldest and largest toy shop Hamleys to open branch in Aberdeen

The toy shop is the oldest and largest of its kind worldwide and is set to open in Aberdeen in late July. There’s a promise to bring a world of fun and theatre, as well as a number of jobs to the Aberdeen community.

Press and Journal

15 Jul

Aberdeen FC and University join forces to inspire kids into education

Aberdeen FC chairman, Dave Cormack has praised the collaboration between two key city institutions saying “practical education programmes are really important” in supporting young people.

Press and Journal

15 Jul

Secrets of Slains: Delving into north-east coast’s captivating past

The secrets of Slains Castle and a Cold War early-warning radio station are the focus of David Brown’s guided historic walk. Gayle checks it out.

Press and Journal

13 Jul

North East Now: Well-known Aberdeen retailer celebrates 50 years in business

IT’S a time for celebration for the Stewart family as its independent store Juniper celebrates 50 years in business.

Press and Journal

13 Jul

Graffiti Grannies take part in Nuart’s world-record paste-up wall project

Graffiti Grannies – crafty pensioners who bonded as part of a project introducing older people to street art – are part of a Nuart initiative to create the largest paste-up wall in the world.

Press and Journal

13 Jul

Appetite for Smoke and Soul’s Scottish smoked meats is on the rise as Aberdeen business invests in new premises

When it comes to finding some of the best smoked meat in the north-east, Smoke and Soul's Corey Milne and Lindsay Jackson are just the duo you need to know.

Press and Journal

13 Jul

Opinion: Street food paving the way for a more diverse Scotland

Scotland's culinary landscape is changing. Its diverse population has resulted in a variety of cuisines "popping up" all across the country and it has brought a new meaning to the word alfresco.

Press and Journal