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McMillan Hotels, including the Cally Palace in Castle Douglas, was sold to Bespoke Hotels earlier this year

Scott Wright: Deal activity ramps up as hospitality owners head for the exit
THE recent sale of the famous Ubiquitous Chip in Glasgow’s west end generated much media coverage and comment.

Paul plays Ross Raymond, the man who curates the interviews and stories to piece together the story of the local heroes and the legends of the time

BEST OF SCOTLAND Rare reflections on the post-punk era

Dougal Gunn Sharp, founder and master brewer at Innis & Gunn

New limited-edition beer from Innis & Gunn

Tui pointed to strong summer bookings for the third quarter at 90 per cent of 2019 levels, rising to 93% in July and August

Flight disruption hits TUI but demand for holidays remains high

New exhibition is “a masterclass in the art of flower painting”

Sponsored New exhibition that is “a masterclass in the art of flower painting” now on in Edinburgh

Sir Donald Runnicles conducts this concert performance of Beethoven's only opera, telling a moving story of a wife's devotion and the resilience of human nature. Usher Hall, Edinburgh. Fidelio curtain call - credit Andrew Perry

PREMIUM At last, a proper-sized International Festival audience! Opera review, Fidelio, Usher Hall, four stars

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance pitfalls to avoid

Framed. (Canva)

What is today's Framed? August 11 movie hints and answer

A woman listening to music on her headphoned. Credit: Canva

What is today's Heardle? August 11 song hints and answer

A woman thinking. Credit: Canva

What is today's Quordle? August 11 word puzzle hints and answer

Restaurant reviews

PREMIUM

Lobo offers delicious small plates – the kind of dining that’s suddenly become the new normal

Photograph by Colin Mearns

PREMIUM 'No passengers are allowed just short, sharp flavour bombs exploding all over the palate' - Ron Mackenna's restaurant review

PREMIUM

The Prancing Stag

Photograph by Colin Mearns

PREMIUM 'Don’t rely on the sat nav to find it, but it’s worth it to discover this gem in the suburbs' Ron Mackenna's review

Photo by Kirsty Anderson

PREMIUM 'Britain's best burger? Right here in Glasgow?' Ron Mackenna's restaurant review

Panang, 71 St Vincent Street, Glasgow..

.Photograph by Colin Mearns.13 October 2021..

PREMIUM Panang, Glasgow – Ron Mackenna's restaurant review

PREMIUM Italian sensation opens first UK branch in Jamie Oliver's old Glasgow gaff. Ron Mackenna's restaurant review

Ting, Ting Caravan

PREMIUM 'I shake my head at the bill. Crikey that was cheap' – Ron Mackenna's restaurant review

Celentino's Restaurant in Glasgow's Cathedral Square

Photograph Gordon Terris

PREMIUM 'This new restaurant should be a major hit' – Ron Mackenna's eating out review

Cail Bruich, Great Western Road, Glasgow. The restaurant received a Michelin star earlier this year.Photograph by Colin Mearns

PREMIUM 'Staggering. Impressive. Memorable' – Restaurant critic Ron Mackenna blown away by Glasgow restaurant

Travel

Tui pointed to strong summer bookings for the third quarter at 90 per cent of 2019 levels, rising to 93% in July and August

Flight disruption hits TUI but demand for holidays remains high

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance pitfalls to avoid

BEST OF SCOTLAND

Serviced apartments offer a ‘sweet spot’ of consistent quality, a central location and fair pricing

BEST OF SCOTLAND Planning a trip to Edinburgh? A serviced apartment might be the perfect place to stay

Sponsored

Sponsored A brand new interactive tourism project puts local producers in the spotlight

Food & Drink

Dougal Gunn Sharp, founder and master brewer at Innis & Gunn

New limited-edition beer from Innis & Gunn

BEST OF SCOTLAND

Serviced apartments offer a ‘sweet spot’ of consistent quality, a central location and fair pricing

BEST OF SCOTLAND Planning a trip to Edinburgh? A serviced apartment might be the perfect place to stay

Sponsored

Sponsored A brand new interactive tourism project puts local producers in the spotlight

Andy Murray’s gourmet five-star hotel near Dunblane

Andy Murray’s five-star hotel boasts a new barbecue concept to enjoy fine dining outdoors

Fashion

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, pictured in 2017, supporting the 'tie' campaign (Time for Inclusive Education), but actual ties are being discouraged in Spain during the heatwave

Issue of the day: Will stopping wearing ties help save the planet?

Sponsored

Edinburgh Cashmere’s DC Classic Check is world-famous, featured in Vogue, GQ, Tatler and Grazia

Sponsored Edinburgh Cashmere’s 'DC classic check' is world-famous, featured in Vogue, GQ, Tatler and Grazia

Johnstons of Elgin Picture: Angus Bremner

Sales soar at cashmere firm Johnstons of Elgin amid inflation warning

Health Matters

Scots women suffering from implant's debilitating side effects offered travel to US for removal

Scots women suffering from implant's debilitating side effects offered travel to US for removal

THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION

Borders Council completed its rollout of iPads to all 6000 secondary school pupils before lockdown

THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION Apple's major iPad rollout will help kids crack the code

Community contribution

The importance of caring and helping those in need.

Community contribution The importance of caring and helping those in need.