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Restaurateur fulfills his dream with top Deeside Hotel

07 September 2010
One of Deeside's top hotels - the Raemoir House at Banchory - has changed hands. The new owner is Neil Rae, who runs the Milton Restaurant at Crathes.  Mr Rae has bought the hotel from David and Verity Webster, who have been Proprietors since 2006, for an undisclosed sum. Mr Rae has had the M...more

A Big Fish in a Small Bar

07 September 2010
As many Banchory residents may remember, a large fish in a glass case adorned the wall of the Tor-na-Coille Hotel for many years.  Its providence is not known, apart from the information on the label, it is a 136lb Tarpon, caught in the Boca Grande in 1908, and certainly looks as if it would ha...more

Tanalonga Event - Sunday 26th September

11 August 2010
Tanalonga Event - Sunday 26th September - Glen Tanar Estate A leisurely walking event through the Glen Tanar Estate.  Starting at 10am, the walk is expected to take four hours with plenty of stops that include local food and drink.  En route there will be story tellers and rangers at key ...more

Jazz Nights - Friday 24 Sept & Saturday 13 Nov

11 August 2010
Jazz Nights - Friday 24th September and Saturday 13th November Enjoy a delicious meal whilst listening to the cool sounds of McCool Jazz. Two courses for £20 or three courses for £24.50      ...more

Next Jazz Night - Thursday 1st July

04 June 2010
Our next Jazz night is being held on Thursday 1st July. Listen to the cool sounds of McCool Jazz whilst enjoying a delicious meal. Two courses for £20 or Three courses for £24.50...more

New Lighter Lunch Menu

04 June 2010
We are introducing a new lighter lunch menu for Monday's and Tuesdays.  We hope you enjoy the new menu, come and visit us and let us know what you think.  The menu is available to view on the website....more

Cookery Course

19 May 2010
Due to the popularity and success of our last cookery course, we are running the same course again! Headed by our Mastechef of Great Britain, David Littlewood, this will be a hands on experience lasting three weeks long.  Participants will learn to cook a three course meal and each week will f...more

Mothers Day - Sunday 14th March

17 February 2010
Mothers Day - Sunday 14th March Treat your Mother to something wonderful on Mothers Day.Enjoy a superb three course meal for only £29.95.Show your mum how special she is!Book now to avoid disappointment. ...more

Wine Tasting Event

17 February 2010
Wine Tasting Event - Wednesday 3rd March 7 - 8.30pm Guerrieri Rizzardi is a family owned winery in North East Italy. Formed by two famous dynasties, with hundreds of years of wine making tradition between them. The family is headed by the Contessa Rizzardi, incredibly passionate and charming. Her...more

First Cookery Class

17 February 2010
Monday 8th March - Chef Demonstration Class We will be holding our first Chef Demonstration Class.  Offered at an introductory rate of only £20 per person including a glass of wine and snacks.Places are limited so if you would like to attend, please contact the Of...more