Edinburgh
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It used to be the home of classical music in Scotland’s capital, but this concert hall has become a magnificent place to watch pop and rock, too
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The broadcaster and author on her favourite views in Scotland, the drinking dens to discover and the restaurants leading the country’s flourishing food scene
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You may have to camp or self-cater, but all of these Scottish castles offer a chance to stay in splendid surrounds at (relatively) affordable prices, says Lucy Gillmore
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We’ve been getting such great contributions from our readers that we want to share them on our blog. Here are some of this week’s highlights
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This sleek designer studio in Edinburgh has its own private courtyard garden – the fresh breakfast hamper each morning isn’t a bad addition either
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Drinking late is as much a part of the Edinburgh Fringe experience as its theatre, music and comedy shows. As the festival kicks-off, Tony Naylor goes in search of the city centre’s best craft beer bars
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The Edinburgh Fringe Festival kicks off this week. In between all the comedy, cabaret and theatre, there’s plenty to keep you entertained. Here’s a taster from Herb Lester’s new guide to the city
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Although Glasgow dominates the touring schedules, this venue has an electric and heady atmosphere that is a rite of passage for Edinburgh gig-goers
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Marina O'Loughlin: 'The menu marries Nordic pickling, foraging, smoking and curing with classic French technique and a refreshing fondness for fine Scottish dairy products. Yay! Cream!'
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This former church in the Scottish capital offers an intimate venue with a great bar
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Can you learn to love scotch? Over to Edinburgh to find out. And read on for five whiskies to get you started
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From three-hour walks to seven-day trails, here's a selection of our favourite rambles
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Updating his last report on the Scottish capital, Tony Naylor chooses a fresh 10 cafes and restaurants where you can eat well on a budget
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Go anywhere nice this summer? If so, we want to hear about it
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Chef Tom Kitchin dishes up a tour of Edinburgh's restaurants and other food highlights in his home city
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Every year comedians descend on Edinburgh for the world's biggest arts festival. Tim Clark decided to ask them for a tour of their favourite spots
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'It's the sort of place that people who adore prodding and sniffing their food will love… with a polite, slightly long-winded passion,' Marina O'Loughlin says
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The Witches and Wicked Bodies exhibition coming soon to the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art shows why witchcraft has cast a spell on artists for so long
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Over 20 years, Pete Irvine has turned the Scottish capital into more than just the spiritual home of Hogmanay. Just ask any of the 100,000 foreign visitors partying on its streets on Monday night
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Emma Kennedy's day as a zookeeper at Edinburgh zoo brings her vicious meerkats, a sad wallaby and some very picky penguins
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Jay Rayner: wholesome food served in a convivial setting? The Gardener's Cottage is just the place to silence your inner cynic
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Jenny Colgan: 'Rightly or wrongly it is easy to love a city with its messy bits hidden - 'aw fur coat and nae knickers', as Weegies like to say'
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Alexander McCall Smith and Gillian Robertson of Looking Glass Books reflect on the importance of literature and the arts to the city
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During Edinburgh Festival the city doesn't sleep. Here are 10 of the best last-night bars and clubs to spend the wee small hours, says Jackie Hunter
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Review Hotel review: B+B Edinburgh
A new Edinburgh hotel has period features and a great location, says Rhiannon Batten, but is let down by minor details and its contemporary refit
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Tom Kitchin's second restaurant shares the same philosophy as his flagship, and the food is equally accomplished. If only there wasn't quite so much of it, says John Lanchester
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Spectacular remote settings, world-class performers – Mark Porter rounds up Scotland's best classical music festivals in this summer's calendar
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Never mind the bed, it's the breakfast Rhiannon Batten is most excited about at this elegant B&B in Edinburgh's Southside
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The climb on to Arthur's Seat may be steep, but an excellent path on to the compact, rocky summit (and a panorama par excellence) makes the ascent easier
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New galleries, acclaimed restaurants and hotels, and now even a Hollywood film premiere add to the Scottish capital's allure, writes Tracy McVeigh
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Edinburgh has inspired some of Britain's greatest writers, from Sir Walter Scott to Dame Muriel Spark. Malcolm Burgess, publisher of the City-Lit series, selects his favourite reads
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From the fashion label hotel with bags of bling to the theatrical extravagance of the original restaurant with rooms, Edinburgh sets a flamboyant high note for stylish places to stay in the city, says Lucy Gillmore