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Thousands of GlasGLOW Zombie Zoo tickets snapped up within minutes 

Paul Trainer

Thousands of GlasGLOW Zombie Zoo tickets were snapped up within minutes of going on sale this morning, with peak slots already starting to sell out.  GlasGLOW, now in…

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Everything you need to know about new plan to boost Glasgow nightlife

Paul Trainer

Glasgow’s new night-time economy commission has been formed with an independent panel of experts recruited to drive forward the city’s night-time economy. To be chaired by Mike Grieve,…

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A thrilling night at the theatre for Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift

Geraldine Trainer

 With eccentric villagers, shocking twists and an unforgettable reveal, The Killings at Badger’s Drift is a classic whodunit that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Bringing to…

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Talk of the Town: Glasgow’s 20 best attractions

Paul Trainer

Museums, galleries and other attractions in Scotland are set to be reopened from 26 April. The months ahead will provide an opportunity to reintroduce yourself to Glasgow and…

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The Downtown Lights: Interview with The Blue Nile’s PJ Moore

Paul Trainer

The Best of Glasgow is a new book celebrating people and places in the city with neighbourhood profiles, recommendations for things to do, alongside stories from independent shops, creative businesses,…

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Talk of the Town: Glasgow’s 20 Best Restaurants

Paul Trainer

The Best of Glasgow book brings together neighbourhood profiles, food and drink recommendations, independent shops, creative businesses, musicians, artists and local personalities. The guide and cookbook is a…

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Best of Glasgow: Brunch at Coia’s on Duke Street

Paul Trainer

Coia’s has been part of Duke Street since 1928. Generations of the same family have built a business that’s become emblematic of the Dennistoun area and has moved…

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Talk of the Town: Best of Glasgow Bakeries

Paul Trainer

It’s the biggest food trend of the year so far. Independent bakeries are opening across the city. A lot of them are vegan. Add to that, a new…

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Best of Glasgow: Ottoman Coffeehouse

Paul Trainer

Imran Akhtar is the co-owner of the Ottoman Coffeehouse, along with his brother Irfan. Their father originally bought this space intending it to be a restaurant. It sits…

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Best of Glasgow: The University Cafe

Paul Trainer

Chef Anthony Bourdain’s order at The University Cafe while filming for his Parts Unknown series in 2015: Fish and chips with cheese and curry sauce, deep fried haggis…

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Food & Drink

Five of the Best: Glasgow’s International Restaurants

Paul Trainer

Glasgow’s ‌100‌ ‌Best‌ ‌Restaurants‌ ‌book‌ ‌brings‌ ‌together‌ ‌the‌ ‌culinary‌ ‌highlights‌ ‌that‌ ‌define‌ ‌the‌ ‌hospitality‌ ‌scene‌ ‌in‌ ‌Scotland’s‌ ‌biggest‌ ‌city.‌ ‌You’ll‌ ‌find‌ ‌recommendations‌ ‌for‌ ‌breakfast,‌ ‌lunch,‌ ‌dinner,‌ ‌drinks‌ ‌and‌…

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Best of Glasgow: Brunch at Coia’s on Duke Street

Paul Trainer

Coia’s has been part of Duke Street since 1928. Generations of the same family have built a business that’s become emblematic of the Dennistoun area and has moved…

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Best of Glasgow: Korean Fried Chicken at Bibimbap

Paul Trainer

Bibimbap takes its name from Korea’s favourite comfort food. It is served as a bowl of warm white rice topped with namul (sautéed and seasoned vegetables) and gochujang…

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New Carnival-themed brunch party is coming to Glasgow this weekend.

Love Glasgow

Glasgow’s sky-high entertainment destination, VEGA, is set to be transformed into a tropical paradise this August as it hosts its first-ever carnival-themed Brunch Project – ‘Carnival De VEGA’.…

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Summer In The City: The Merchant Steakhouse Unveils New Lunch Menu

Love Glasgow

Glasgow’s hottest new restaurant The Merchant Steakhouse is stepping into summer with the launch of their irresistible new lunch menu. The new set menu features a range of…

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Discover Glasgow’s vibrant coffee scene with the arrival of the new Glasgow Coffee Trail

Love Glasgow

Helping you find that perfect cuppa, the Glasgow Coffee Trail is a free, self-guided tour that takes coffee enthusiasts on a journey through the city’s most impressive coffee…

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30 Days To Go Until Glasgow Coffee Festival #LoveGlasgow

Love Glasgow

Coffee lovers, mark your calendars! Glasgow Coffee Festival is just around the corner with a brand new coffee trail as part of the two-day event. With 30 days…

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A cut above: New Steakhouse set to open next month in city centre

Love Glasgow

A modern Scottish steakhouse is set to open in Merchant City this Spring, bringing top quality produce, expertly crafted cocktails and opulent interiors to Glasgow city centre.  Set…

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Music

Glasgow’s Finest Gigs this Spring

Glasgowist

Glasgow’s world-renowned music scene is beloved by locals and tourists alike, and even has a few songs dedicated to the city itself, and now a new #LoveGlasgow campaign…

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Glasgow’s award-winning music scene to shine for spring

Jack Dempsey

The city’s award-winning nightlife scene is in the spotlight this spring for the #LoveGlasgow campaign, as Glaswegians and visitors alike are encouraged to support local venues and experience…

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Primal Scream’s Martin Duffy has died aged 55

Paul Trainer

Martin Duffy, who played keyboards for Primal Scream and Felt, has died aged 55, his former Charlatans bandmate Tim Burgess has confirmed. Duffy played on Primal Scream’s first two…

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Talk of the Town: Optimo’s Hogmanay party is back

Paul Trainer

Optimo’s Hogmanay parties have been a staple of the Glasgow bacchanalian calendar since 1999 and after two years online it’s returning in real life this 31st December at…

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