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Bonfire Night Treats Treacle Toffee:   Bonfire Night has always been one we look forward to here at TPT, with many of our local towns hosting bonfires and fireworks displays. But, as a child, is there anything more exciting than getting bundled up in a coat, hat, and scarf and heading off to watch the display, sparklers in hand! As a wee one, I remember some neighbours bringing along treats for us to enjoy while we stayed cosy beside the bonfire. The best one of which was treacle toffee or bonfire toffee. This smoky-sweet treat has an unusual flavour (some...

The Borders Brownie Not a chocolate Brownie, I'm afraid, but a Borders creature of folklore. The Borders has a rich history, having played a significant part in the battles over land between Scotland and England for hundreds of years. But it has a rich folkloric history too. The region's many castles and historic buildings have led to more than a few myths and legends. From Fairy Queens to Wizards, we have many a tale to tell. The Borders is famously known as the home of the Brownie, an elf or pixie-like creature described as a little scruffy and grumpy but...

Edinburgh Fringe Festival   Edinburgh Fringe Festival is one of the greatest celebrations of arts and culture on earth, and we are lucky to be just an hour train journey away. For three weeks in August (this year the festival takes place between 4th-28th August) Edinburgh is alive with creative energy from around the world. Stages pop up all over the city, with street performers entertaining the crowds on the Royal Mile, and other spots around the centre of Edinburgh. No matter what you enjoy, you’re sure to find something to entertain you. From comedy and cabaret, to spoken word,...

Words are funny, eh!   Especially words of the Scots variety. As if it wasn’t hard enough for visitors with our different accents for every town, we like to throw in all sorts of unusual words too! Personally, we love that the Scots language has so much character and humour attached to many of our words and phrases. We’ve picked a few of our favourites for you below, explaining their meanings and even throwing in a few examples of how to use them. What better way to impress on a visit to Scotland than having a few phrases up your...