Clean air. Colourful history and a small-town feel that you can truly appreciate. Millport has it all for venturing bagpackers and young children who enjoy windy beaches, great for flying kites and windsurfing.
There are also these odd multi-person tandem bikes that never fail to amuse me.
Upon first glance, this is not the most impressive looking restaurant. Can you spot it?
Hidden away, shadowed by big brand high street stores, the oddly named "New Palace" is an underdog. No doubt, a place anyone would not dare venture in mainly because it looks kinda dodgy.
However, beyond the dull beige tiles is a true Glasgow treasure.
The decor is reminiscent of a 4 star restaurant, far more than the first impression offers. Staying true to Asian pomp and circumstance, New Palace maintains an ornate decor complete with twin golden lions welcoming wide-eyed customers.
As for food, you could get a really good deal on their lunch time special until lunch. I vaguely remember their 2 course meal was in the region of £6.50pp which, for an average lunch time menu, competes with the big dogs of lunch time deal restaurants.
Unfortunately, New Palace is no such big dog that they can offer Gourmet Society or Tastecard deals. However, I urge taste-seekers to review this place themselves (maybe mention me when you make a review on yelp)
Cheers!
With the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games fast approaching, I'd have thought ensuring my empty bag of Doritos would be the least of anyone's worries...
To my surprise, Glasgow City Council have proved that they have a bit more dosh to dish out for litter awareness.
Such examples include the Pick Up and Party event by CRNS. With backers such Clyde1, The Lottery Fund and Young Scot, it definitely made a notable impression on me.
Though activity was lacking, I had a really great time. By "lacking", I mean the most litter-related things we did was take pictures with a chewing gum and bin mascot and played litter related games.
Another example is the Scottish Government campaign "Dirty Little Secrets" which aims to familiarise the community with characters of a certain "NED"-ish quality - with amusing effects.
The most notable character in this campaign is a red-headed young actress who plays this stereotype with a genuine flair for playing her character. Additionally, I'm Facebook friends with her - before she got the role, I swear!
This all links with the Legacy Themes as a result of the games: Sustainable, Connected, Active and Flourishing.
Video:
Dirty Little Secrets - Girl
Link:
http://adirtysecret.com
