Let the parade of madness begin

The Fringe Festival programme is out, and so is the Edinburgh Book Festival's. The annual summer buzz in Scotland's Capital has officially started. Not that the world's most pierced woman only shows up at this time of year; you'll see her around the Royal Mile most days, except when the weather is really bad.

Last chance for folks to throw their name in the hat for a little parcel of treats to do with Scotch Whisky! If you fancy something sensual from the country that makes the water of life, email me at scotland4thesenses@googlemail.com. I'll be drawing a name on Monday!