TimeSpirit: A Culinary Journey at The Macallan Distillery

December 18, 2024 No Comments

Introducing TimeSpirit: A New Era of Dining at The Macallan We recently had the pleasure of experiencing a 9-course tasting lunch at The Macallan’s new TimeSpirit restaurant, a delightful experience and one we certainly class as ‘highly recommended’ and a must-visit during your trip to Speyside. Situated on The Macallan Estate, TimeSpirit seamlessly blends Scottish tradition with the artistry of Spanish cuisine. The restaurant, a collaboration with the world-renowned Roca

Uncover Speyside’s Seasonal Charm: From Whisky to Winter Landscapes

November 16, 2024 No Comments

Discover the Magic of Winter in Speyside While many people flock to Speyside in the warmer months, winter brings a quieter, more magical atmosphere to the region. Snow-dusted landscapes, cosy firesides, and festive events make it an enchanting time to explore—without the crowds. Although distilleries such as Glenfiddich, Balvenie, Glenlivet and The Macallan remain a key draw, winter in Speyside offers so much more, from reindeer encounters to scenic Nordic

Logie Steading, Days out from Cashmere to Shortbread in Speyside

From Cashmere to Shortbread: Luxury Shopping and Day Trips in Speyside, Scotland

October 20, 2024 No Comments

When people think of Speyside, whisky is often the first thing that comes to mind—and for good reason. The region boasts some of the world’s finest distilleries. But while you’re not touring or tasting, there’s a wealth of other experiences waiting to be uncovered. From luxury shopping and artisan goods to hidden gems that showcase the best of Scottish craftsmanship, Speyside offers more than just whisky. In this post, we’ll

Single Malt Whisky Speyside Sketch of Distillery

From Classic to Hidden Gems: 10 Best Distilleries to visit in Speyside

September 27, 2024 No Comments

Nestled in the heart of Scotland’s iconic whisky region, Speyside is home to some of the world’s finest distilleries, each with its own rich history, unique flavours, and traditional craftsmanship. In fact over 50% of Scotland’s distilleries are based in Moray Speyside, with the region being best known for its Malt Whisky Trail. Dufftown is home to 6 of these distilleries, fondly being referred to as the Malt Whisky Capital.

Feast Tulchan Fine Local Dining in Speyside

Feast Tulchan – Delightful Dining

June 3, 2024 No Comments

We were delighted to dine at Feast Tulchan on not one but two delicious occasions recently. It comes highly recommended, and we’d love for you to plan this unique culinary experience into your itinerary when in town, too. It is a short scenic drive, and it is certainly recommended that you plan within your itinerary for this unique dining option. At Feast Tulchan, the focus is on celebrating the estate’s

Local Food

January 24, 2020 No Comments

Spice of India Church Street, Dufftown Open 7 days from 4pm, order online for take out or dine-in Award Winning – Best Scottish Indian Restaurant The Capercaillie The Square, Dufftown Wednesday-Sunday “This restaurant was a delightful find in Dufftown. The food was so good we had dinner here two nights in a row.” Whisky Capital Inn Church Street, Dufftown Open 7 days, Lunch: 12.00pm to 3:00pm Dinner: 5:30pm to 8:30pm Local Bar

Hiking

January 24, 2020 No Comments

Stunning walks and cycle pathways are aplenty to be found in Dufftown. Relax with a gentle amble around town taking in the historic sites and distilleries, or take on more ambitious and lengthy routes knowing you have a cosy base with home comforts to return to. For more info, we love this detailed and helpful site: Walk Highlands Isla Way & Speyside Way The Isla Way connects Dufftown to the

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