There is nowhere quite like Edinburgh. Its heady mix of history, heritage architecture, the professions, art, literature, museums, theatre, festivals, sporting prowess, the geography and the topography, its people, their interests and where they live…the list goes on and on.

Yet it is a sad truism that for many who are indigenous to an area, that same area, if not a closed book to them, has few of its chapters read.

It is so easy to miss, dismiss or overlook the intrinsic beauty of the familiar and the commonplace as we negotiate life’s hurly-burly.

Edinburgh Life strives to put that right. Each issue celebrates the myriad facets of our capital city and its environs, inviting a closer appreciation and sometimes proffering an alternative and surprising aspect of the place we think we know so well.

Edinburgh Life is for those who enjoy the finer aspects of life, whether they cost money or perhaps just a bit of precious free time to enjoy.

Heritage, history, people, places, where to go, what to eat, what to do, where to meet. In short, there is something for everyone!

Alexander Nasmyth’s wonderful 1825 Princes Street painting – an appreciation  

Alfred Buckham – daredevil pilot who took the first aerial photos of our city

Calton Hill’s 1788 Panorama returns home 

Jane Austen – the English novelist’s fascinating links with Edinburgh 

Cockburn Association – 150 years campaigning for our city’s civic beauty 

Granton Lighthouse recognised by National Transport Trust

Class of ’69 Royal (Dick) Vets’ reunion 

Edinburgh’s Bonnetmakers and Dyers annual dinner   

603 (City of Edinburgh) Squadron centenary civic reception 

Edinburgh’s Oyster Club visits The Grange Club in Stockbridge 

Quest/Q11 celebrates 80 years of Youth Fellowship at Greenbank Church.

Your guide to enjoying a magical Edinburgh Christmas

Christmas Gift Guide - a handpicked collection of luxury treasures

The ideal Christmas gift – an Edinburgh Life subscription

What’s On – a round-up of the best festive shows 

Eating out this festive season – great food at Sotto in Stockbridge 

Food and drink this festive season: The Gilded Saloon, Auld Hag, Doddie Beir and Fizz Feast  

Festive cooking – delicious roasted partridge recipe