Jim and Mary are delighted that "The Captain's Galley" is in the shortlist of three for the 2007 thistle awards, in the 'Flavours of Scotland' category, along with Finzean Estate, Aberdeen, The Forth Floor at Harvey Nichols, Edinburgh
Famous Son
Did you know the Captain's Galley has a famous Son?
Jim Cowie Chef/Owner has a secret to share with all his customers. His son Ashley is an elected Fellow of the Society of Scottish Antiquaries and a respected historian who lectures on the International science festival circuit. Ashley is an international best selling author and his latest book, The Rosslyn Matrix, is attracting fans from all over the world. Ashley can often be seen at the Captain's Galley as we have it on good authority, that Ashley misses his dad's cooking too much. Any how I digress, if you would like to find out more about Ashley's latest bestseller then take a peek at his web site:
What’s the book about? It’s an exciting new look at long forgotten skills and ancient knowledge. You will learn the meaning of symbols hidden in carvings deep within Rosslyn Chapel. For over two hundred years historians have been confused by a most curious carving on Rosslyn Chapels crypt wall which has most often been referred to as a 'masons template for designing roof pinnacles'. However, in 1996 Ashley Cowie replaced this idea with an entirely new concept and suggesting it’s the oldest Map or Sea chart existent in Scotland. Whether it's a mapping treasure or a treasure map, the reader must decide.The book is a huge success and hopefully Ashley won't keep us waiting too long for the next in the series. Signed copies are available from http://www.rosslynmatrix.com/ or http://www.rosslynchapel.org.uk/ or by contacting Jim at the Captains Galley.
