Bernie Rowen-Ross sings ‘Summertime, and the livin’ is… different’. I know many of you will be humming this tune now. And, yes, the sun is shining, but for now we can only say ‘hi’ from a distance. Our world is changed, and history will carve this date into the collective memory; to those readers who…
Read More
As we face one of the most important human issues of our time. Bernadette Petrie asks – until our society reflects clearly that black lives matter, can we confidently claim, we reflect a world where all lives matter? . We’re approaching the dawn of a new era. There’s so much right with the world, but…
Read More
Never has there been a more pertinent time to re-asses our priorities. After an intense chat with a friend recently, I came away asking the question – how much do we value our health, both mentally and physically and what can I do, as a Yoga teacher and massage therapist, to help? Yoga is a…
Read More
I’ve been doing a lot of reading about these magical fungi and as mushroom season is upon us, they are a great food to eat. A rich source of vitamin D, zinc and essential B vitamins, mushrooms can help boost the immune system and promote cardiovascular health. This quick and easy recipe uses Panko bread…
Read More
One of the biggest business casualties of the coronavirus lockdown has been the temporary, and sadly permanent, closure of many cafés, restaurants and hospitality venues. Louise Pickering owner of Cherish Vintage Tea Room in Gullane, has not allowed coronavirus to stand in the way. Early in lockdown they launched the ‘Freezer Pack’ and orders flooded…
Read More
James and Elinor Logan live and farm at Athelstaneford Mains together with son Hamish (24) and Anna (22). The Veg Shed evolved when Elinor closed her shoe shop and looked for a diversification idea for the farm. The result was purchasing a vending machine to sell their home-grown potatoes direct to the consumer. As with…
Read More
East Lothian’s Garleton Lodge, a small luxury hotel and recipient of various quality and food awards, has recently teamed up with Kitchens by Coast to launch their pop-up Cookery School. Do you find yourself flicking through recipe books then repeatedly cooking the same dishes? Whether you’re a complete beginner known to burn pasta, a novice…
Read More
“My momma always said, life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” proclaimed Tom Hanks’ character in the hit movie, Forrest Gump. But, subscribe to The Chocolate Stag Chocolate Club, and you’ll receive a little box of chocolate heaven through your letterbox each and every month – and you’ll…
Read More
One of the best things about living in East Lothian is around every bend there is stunning coastal scenery and beautiful pastoral land. And this means an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables, locally-reared meat, freshly caught seafood and artisan producers at every turn. for contact information and food & drink directory please visit: http://www.scotlandsfooddrinkcounty.com
Read More
yourlocallife.co.uk 