Grand Tours of Scotland’s Rivers episode 5 – River Teviot – Embarking on a grand journey, we trace the path of the majestic River Teviot, cutting through the verdant expanse of Teviotdale. This serene landscape was once the territory of the infamous border reivers, making it an area rich with untamed history and folklore. With every ripple of the river, […]
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Grand Tours of Scotland’s Rivers episode 4 – North Esk – Nestled in the enchanting landscapes south of Edinburgh, the North Esk River emerges as a hidden jewel, its waters reflecting the captivating tales and history that define the region. Our adventurous traveler, Paul, sets out to trace its winding course, starting from the commanding Pentland Hills and navigating through
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Grand Tours of Scotland’s Rivers episode 3 – River Annan: Paul explores the River Annan in Dumfries and Galloway, following it from where it rises above the Devil’s Beef Tub all the way to the Solway Firth. Embarking on a captivating journey, our intrepid explorer, Paul, immerses himself in the mystic allure of Dumfries and Galloway, with its vast landscapes
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Grand Tours of Scotland’s Rivers episode 2 – In the breathtaking expanse of the Grand Tour, our adventurous traveler Paul immerses himself in the majestic landscapes of Royal Deeside’s lower valleys. His journey takes him downstream, his route punctuated by the tranquil sounds of the river and the rustle of leaves whispering tales of the past. However, this adventure is
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Grand Tours of Scotland’s Rivers episode 1: Paul uncovers Upper Dee’s secrets, from Cairngorms to Balmoral, revealing a lost zeppelin and Queen Victoria’s favored man. Embarking on an enlightening journey, Paul ventures into the uppermost regions of the river Dee, a river that proudly stands as the highest in all of the United Kingdom. It is within the raw, rugged
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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 20: Sean Fletcher finds tips and treats among the food producers in Cardiff Market, from making Indian street food to baking vegan cakes. Farmer Jim Smith is near Inverness, discovering the story behind every bag of carrots, and the process of making a healthy South African protein snack is revealed. Food journalist Leyla Kazim
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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 19: Sean Fletcher and Edith Bowman explore the Manchester Food and Drink Festival, meeting passionate producers of chilli sauce, Eritrean curries and Italian biscuits among the stalls. Onkar Singh Purewal discovers how it is possible to grow tea in the Vale of Glamorgan, while farmer Jim Smith gets stuck into some sticky sweets. The
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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 18: Colin Murray and Edith Bowman discover tips and treats at the food and music festival in Newcastle. They find out how to create award-winning burgers and reveal the secrets of chips, French-Canadian style. Briony May Williams goes on the trail of the nation’s favourite herb, and chef Julie Lin sets sail to find
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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 17: Sean Fletcher and Edith Bowman search for tips and treats from food producers as they explore Leicester Market, with masterclasses in fajitas and gelato. Ryan Hand discovers why some snacks in our shops seem to be shrinking, and Michela Chiappa reveals what makes a perfect coffee. Chef Julie Lin is on a mission
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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 16: Edith Bowman and Colin Murray explore the Nairn Show to find tips and treats among the food stalls, including how to spot the perfect egg and how to choose the juiciest berries. Baker Briony-May Williams discovers bargains when using an app designed to reduce food waste. Farmer Meinir Howells gets to grips with
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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 15: Colin Murray discovers a brown sauce revival and the advantages of getting fish from a fishmonger as he visits Derry/Londonderry’s Walled City Market. Briony May Williams explores how Somerset is rivalling France in cheese productions, and Onkar Singh Purewal discovers the secrets of beekeeping. Chef Julie Lin is in Dundee, finding out how
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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 14: Sean Fletcher explores the annual Neath food festival and finds out whether traditional or exotic Welsh cakes are more popular among the visitors. Food journalist Leyla Kazim reveals secrets of tomato growing on a large and small scale, while farmer Jim Smith gets stuck into making marmalade. Ryan Hand tries an experiment to
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