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Eat Out Edinburgh announces 2025 venue lineup and exclusive supper clubs

Eat Out Edinburgh, the highly anticipated city-centre restaurant festival run by Essential Edinburgh, today reveals the full list of incredible dining offers running throughout March.

Last Updated: 17 February 2025 12:02

M&S Food reopens at Edinburgh Waverley Station after transformation

The M&S Food store at Edinburgh Waverley Station has reopened to passengers following a complete transformation by food travel experts SSP Group.

Last Updated: 14 February 2025 12:43

Cineworld is the best place to enjoy both new Captain America and Bridget Jones movies

Set to be this year’s Barbenheimer, the two hotly anticipated films will be shown across a range of formats at Cineworld, where spectacular offers and merch will make your date night unforgettable.

Last Updated: 14 February 2025 11:28

Miffy x Bubbleology carrot cake bubble tea comes to Edinburgh

Miffy, the classic children’s character created by Dick Bruna, is teaming up with the UK’s leading bubble tea brand, Bubbleology, for an unmissable springtime launch.

Last Updated: 13 February 2025 16:22

Marstons is going marmalade mad in celebration of Paddington in Peru

To celebrate the Home Release of Paddington in Peru, Marston's has created a limited-edition marmalade-inspired children's menu, which will be available in over 250 Marston's pubs nationwide!

Last Updated: 13 February 2025 12:56

Restoration work begins on the John Byrne dome at the Kings Theatre

Capital Theatres embarks upon expert conservation work to protect and restore John Byrne’s iconic dome design as part of the King’s Theatre redevelopment project.

Last Updated: 13 February 2025 11:47

Scots charity calls on young Scottish poets for national campaign

Communities across Scotland are being invited to make a visible show of support for LGBTQ+ young people this Purple Friday.

Last Updated: 13 February 2025 10:40

Three captured Lynx thriving at Edinburgh Zoo

Three lynx illegally released in the Cairngorms are doing well, having completed their 30 day quarantine at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s (RZSS) Edinburgh Zoo.

Last Updated: 13 February 2025 9:48

Next generation of professionals are on the UP

DLA Piper returns to 2025 with more rewarding network events for next generation professionals following resounding success last year.

Last Updated: 12 February 2025 12:04

Celebrate in STYLE at St James Quarter this Valentines Day

St Valentine might be the patron saint of love, but St James has got your celebrations covered.

Last Updated: 12 February 2025 11:27

Perth Ski School invites Edinburgh ski enthusiasts to hit the slopes this Spring

Edinburgh families have an exciting new option for children's and adults ski lessons this year, following the opening of Perth Ski School.

Last Updated: 12 February 2025 11:24

From Barra to Buenos Aires: Worldwide Gaelic celebration just around the corner

The Gaelic language is set to be celebrated around the world in less than two weeks' time as Seachdain na Gàidhlig, World Gaelic Week, gets set to return from 24th February - 2nd March.

Last Updated: 12 February 2025 11:19

The Rocky Horror Show tour smashes records

The Rocky Horror Show has once again cemented its status as a cultural phenomenon, with the 2024/2025 tour being the most successful ever staged in the show's 50+ year history!

Last Updated: 12 February 2025 10:42

Forever Edinburgh invites residents to fall in love with their city

This Valentine’s Day, Forever Edinburgh is making it easier than ever for residents to fall in love with their city all over again with exclusive Resident Rewards.

Last Updated: 12 February 2025 10:03

Singer championed by Eddie Vedder announced as Roger Daltrey tour special guest

Legendary rock singer Roger Daltrey has announced Linka Moja as the special guest who will be joining him on his UK tour in April and May.

Last Updated: 11 February 2025 12:10

Edinburgh Brunch Bar to Offer Free Cocktail to Customers to celebrate relaunch

To celebrate this exciting new chapter and share the Valentine’s Day love, Sip & Bark is offering a free cocktail to all customers on Friday, February 14th.

Last Updated: 11 February 2025 11:50

New smash burger joint opening in Edinburgh with big burger giveaway

SoBe Burgers, the Miami-style smash-burger brand, will celebrate landing in Edinburgh on 14 February by offering a free burger to its first 50 customers.

Last Updated: 10 February 2025 14:27

Free Ben & Jerrys in Edinburgh, for those with a special name...

This Valentine’s Day, Ben & Jerry’s is spreading the love – with a free sweet treat for anyone whose name is Bridget, Ben or Jerry.

Last Updated: 10 February 2025 13:26

Edinburgh Zoo welcomes two adorable capybaras in time for half term

Edinburgh Zoo has welcomed the arrival of two adorable capybaras in time for the February half term.

Last Updated: 10 February 2025 12:35

Haggis eating champion teams up with Innis & Gunn to offer one day unlimited steak frites

A SCOTTISH brewer is offering unlimited steak frites this Palentine’s Day – and a competitive eater has put the generous offer to the test.

Last Updated: 10 February 2025 12:23

Pioneering Scottish artist Georgia Cecile set to perform in Edinburgh this month

Georgia is leading the jazz and soul revival in a year that is destined to be big for her.

Last Updated: 10 February 2025 11:09

Top Scottish chef opens first fish restaurant on Edinburgh waterfront

One of Scotland’s most acclaimed chefs is opening the doors to his first independent fish restaurant on Edinburgh’s waterfront at the Shore in Leith on Wednesday 12th February.

Last Updated: 10 February 2025 11:00

Scottish architecture and design studio appointed for refurbishment of Fringe Central

Studio LBA, has been appointed as architect by the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society for the refurbishment and creation of Fringe Central, the new, year-round home for the Edinburgh Fringe.

Last Updated: 10 February 2025 10:12

Refurbished Cafe Portrait to reopen at National Galleries Scotland Portrait

On Saturday 8 February, Heritage Portfolio, the specialist events and catering company, will reopen the fully refurbished Café Portrait at the National Galleries Scotland: Portrait.

Last Updated: 7 February 2025 15:20

Hostelling Scotland launches appeal for Gen Z board members to help put the youth back into hostelling

THE organisation behind one of Scotland's most historic travel traditions is calling for young people to join its board as it seeks to capitalise on a surge in interest amongst Gen Z travellers.

Last Updated: 7 February 2025 10:26

The Scottish Caravan, Motorhome and Holiday Home Show returns to Glasgow

Here's everything you need to know about the biggest show of its kind in Scotland!

Last Updated: 7 February 2025 9:10

Significant pledge of support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for Leith Theatre

Leith Theatre Trust today revealed that it has secured a significant funding package potentially worth £4.5m from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Last Updated: 6 February 2025 11:00

National Lottery funding award for Community Outreach Officer at Edinburgh Open Workshop

Edinburgh Open Workshop is delighted to announce that we have been awarded funding from The National Lottery Community Fund to support a new Community Outreach Officer.

Last Updated: 6 February 2025 10:50