Eating Out
Dive in to a delicious menu at the Plough Inn
A Scots restaurant has been given a revamp after coming under new management. The revamped Plough Inn restaurant, bar and accommodation in the pretty village of Lilliesleaf in the heart of the Scottish Borders has a fresh new look. The new summer menu focuses on the best locally sourced produce, giving classic Scottish-French cuisine a…
Read MoreThe Ivy Buchanan Street ready to open its doors
Set in the heart of Glasgow’s Style Mile, The Ivy Buchanan Street looks forward to welcoming its first guests this evening. The Ivy Buchanan Street opens today from 5pm. Open seven days a week, Glaswegians are able to enjoy breakfast, elevenses, lunch, light snacks, afternoon tea, cocktails, weekend brunch and dinner. Located at 106 Buchanan…
Read MoreScots restaurant launches new audio menu for the blind
A Scots restaurant has launched an audio menu for blind and partially sighted customers in partnership with the Royal National Institute of Blind People. The Huxley, in Edinburgh, is working with the Royal National Institute of Blind People Scotland (RNIB) is one of the UK’s leading sight loss charities, which offers support ranging from practical…
Read MoreSensational surf & turf at the Holyrood Hotel
On what turned out to be the hottest July day on record, my friend and I were very much looking forward to the prospect of tucking into a dinner made by someone else’s fair hands. We made our way down Edinburgh’s Royal Mile to the Holyrood Hotel to find out if their new Surf &…
Read MoreA delicious capital eaterie that’s so Damm good
You might think that every nook and cranny of Edinburgh is well-served by outstanding local restaurants, but you’d be wrong. Outside the city centre and the epicurean enclave of Leith and Bruntsfield. there are still many areas of the city which are crying out for a good neighbourhood eaterie. There are some great little outposts…
Read MoreMichelin star chef will go down a treat in Scottish kitchen
Michelin-starred chef Paul Welburn will be cooking up a storm in a Scottish kitchen as the final act in the exclusive Guest Chef Series. Paul, who worked alongside Gary Rhodes for seven years and has 17 years’ culinary experience, is Head Chef at the Oxford Kitchen, delivering nostalgic British dishes with a modern twist. He’ll…
Read MoreBespoke wine dinners coming to acclaimed restaurant
21212, Edinburgh’s only Michelin star restaurant with rooms, has welcomed a new sommelier to manage the restaurant’s comprehensive wine list and brand new events. The restaurant is based on Royal Terrace and is headed up by Paul Kitching who, according to Jay Rayner is ‘on more than nodding terms with genius.’ Paul hosts a modern…
Read MoreSurf has a new turf as hotel revamps restaurant
A hotel in the capital has given its restaurant a major revamp. Macdonald Holyrood Hotel in Edinburgh has introduces its new Surf & Turf restaurant. Macdonald Rusacks head chef Glenn Roach launched the Surf & Turf restaurant concept to the St Andrews hotel in May this year and due to the popularity of the menu,…
Read MoreEusebi’s summer menu is a delight to behold
One of Glasgow’s best, and some could say lesser-known, eating spots is Eusebi’s Deli and Restaurant. It’s an award winner – we’re also talking about a Sunday Times Top 100 place to eat – and without doubt, it’s one of my favourite places to go, as a warm welcome – and more importantly, good food,…
Read MoreThe Ivy’s afternoon tea inspired by the summer
Inspired by beautiful wildflower meadows and butterflies, The Ivy on the Square is bringing a touch of countryside charm to the Scottish capital this summer. A limited-edition, butterfly-themed afternoon tea will also be served in the restaurant until Sunday, 1 September, giving guests the chance to enjoy a new twist on The Ivy on the…
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