July & August 2026

Inside:

Features

• Dunbar – European centre for the art of stone stacking

• Our ice cream heritage and its Italian roots

• City from above: 1930 and 1993 Birds Eye views of Ferry Road, Crewe Toll, East Pilton, Wardie and Boswall

• Trinity Apse – rise and fall and rise of a unique medieval gem

• Edinburgh’s historical links with America

• American artists take centre stage at this year’s Festivals

• Local pilgrimages – spiritual walks for healthy community growth

• Local artisanal talent on show at local craft fairs this summer

• Doug Corrance’s Edinburgh - his inimitable snapshot of the city

• About the City - our good news round-up

Society

• Sheila Fleet hosts sparkling party in Hanover Street 

• Duke of Edinburgh attends DofE International Award USA event at Royal Scots Club

• London Persian Rug Company officially opens in Dublin Street 

• Lord Provost attends Beating Retreat at Royal Scots Club

• Cambridge Society hosts annual dinner at Royal Scots Club

• Incorporation of Hammermen Awards Dinner at The New Club

• Incorporation of Baxters hails young culinary talent at Edinburgh College

Food, drink and eating out

• Whirlybird on Victoria Street

• Scotts Bar & Restaurant at Port Edgar, South Queensferry

• Amber Restaurant at the Scotch Whisky Experience

• Wines of distinction at Papple Cellar

• Win a whisky blending experience at Woven

• Win a KIN afternoon tea for two at The Roseate

What’s On at the Festivals

• Our simple ‘whistlestop’ guide to the best at this summer’s festivals