Southern Destinations: November 09, 2017

November 2017 southern holiday destinations | 23
Scottishness is Alive and Well in Dunedin!
Scottish heritage is proudly celebrated in Dunedin
and visitors can discover many things uniquely Scots
in the city:
“Dun Eideann” is the gaelic name for Edinburgh and
was adopted by the early arrivals in Otago for their
new settlement.
Presbyterian settlers established Knox Church on
George St and First Church in the Octagon and New
Zealand’s first university in 1869
Robbie Burns - the revered Ayrshire poet is
commemorated with a statue in the Octagon, the
Burns Society and an annual celebration of the poet’s
birthday on 25th January
The Caledonian Society was established to
preserve Scottish traditions and culture including the
organization of the city’s Highland Games, a highlight
of the Scottish Festival.
The New Edinburgh Folk Club – thrives with weekly
meetings and performances at various venues around
the city.
Highland Pipe Bands and solo pipers are a feature
of many functions and events in Dunedin, both public
and private, including annual competitions.
Highlanders – even the rugby team has a Scottish
name
Scotch Whiskey - 45 South is distilled in Dunedin and
as well as the “wee dram” it is also a vital ingredient
of Haggis
The Doon Bar in Stuart Street is an award winning
establishment offering 250 whiskies from around the
world.
Haggis -Is a nourishing meatloaf pressed into the
casing of a sheep’s stomach, cooked long and slow
and cut ceremoniously with a sword. The Scotia Bar
and Bistro serves both haggis and traditional Cullen
skink.
Scottish breads- including Bermalines and Baps are
sold in some of Dunedin’s local bakeries as well as
Dundee cake and traditional Scottish shortbread.
The Scottish Shop in George Street is a treasure trove
of traditional and contemporary Scottish souvenirs,
clan tartan items, memorabilia and even tinned haggis.
Otago Tartan - the district has its own tartan to
commemorate the settlers’ arrival on 23 March
1848. The blue and yellow design has been officially
registered by the Scottish Tartan Society in Crieff,
Perthshire
Kilts - Helean Kiltmaker is in Kenmure Dunedin and
makes kilts to order in traditional clan tartan designs
or Otago’s own tartan
Kingsgate – The Ideal
Location
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin is right in
the heart of the city, providing the ideal
location for guests whether they are
visiting for business or leisure.
The central business district is right on
your doorstep and you are within easy
strolling distance of some of Dunedin’s
best local attractions including the
Speights Brewery and Cadbury
Chocolate Factory.
In house dining at Jimmy Cook’s Kiwi
Kitchen sets the stage for a true Kiwi
dining experience. Savour a mouthwatering
selection of steaks, seafood,
and other authentic Kiwiana favourites.
And of course, complement your
delicious meal with a glass of local wine.
With 55 sunny, north facing, wellappointed
guest rooms, the Kingsgate
Hotel offers comfort, convenience and a
warm welcome at any time of the year.