Eating Out
When the foods of the world come to you
One of the most popular dining concepts which has arisen in the past few years has been that of the world buffet. For the uninitiated, it’s a restaurant which offers all you can eat portions of various cuisines, both home and international, and, as the buffet part indicates, you go up and help yourself. COSMO…
Read MoreSteaks are high – and Gaucho Glasgow rides out a winner
Steak: if you’re a carnivoire, then the the chances are, it’s probably one of your favourite dishes. For me, it most certainly is. I enjoy a good, well-done steak, but because it’s something special, I like to ration the amount of red meat I consume throughout the year, so when I have it, it’s something…
Read MoreDining discounts for residents local to restaurant
Dornoch’s MARA restaurant is celebrating reopening after their winter break with the introductions of their new Local Produce for Local Patrons initiative. Throughout the months of March and April, the restaurant is inviting foodies living within a 50-mile radius of the restaurant to enjoy their signature six course tasting menu for £65pp reduced from the…
Read MorePizza Geeks launch charity pizza and quiz nights
Independent pizzeria Pizza Geeks in Edinburgh are launching weekly quiz nights. And they’re also supporting International Women’s Day with their speciality pizza for the month of March, the Lara Croft as part of their Pizza for the People initiative, giving back to those in need. Pizza Geeks have so far given over 19, 000 pizzas…
Read MoreMichelin-star restaurant owners plan new venture
The co-owners of Michelin starred Cail Bruich, Brett and Epicures are set to open a new seafood restaurant, Shucks. Its doors will open this spring, in partnership with leading hospitality investor and itison founder, Oli Norman. Shucks will be a relaxed 80-cover seafood restaurant, bar, and outdoor terrace, located in Hyndland in the heart of…
Read MoreSix by Nico set to open first North East restaurant
Renowned Scottish-Italian chef Nico Simeone, is set to bring his Glasgow dining concept to Aberdeen this Spring when he opens Six by Nico in Scotland’s North East. Six by Nico Aberdeen will be the tenth restaurant in his expanding portfolio, which includes locations in Scotland, England, and Ireland. The Aberdeen restaurant will be Nico Simeone’s…
Read MoreNew tapas menu launches at dine-in grazing experience
The Olive Boardz in Glasgow is adding to its current offering of take-away and dine in grazing, to introduce a new tapas menu. The Olive Boardz is the first dine-in grazing experience in Glasgow, which brings diners a selection of hand crafted edible designs to graze on, in a fun and vibrant setting. The business…
Read MoreA trip to Ancient Rome awaits with the new menu
Ancient Rome’s people may have lived thousands of years ago, but their diets were far from traditional. From their famous studs like Caesar and Antony to leading ladies like Livia, the rich and famous loved nothing more than sampling the strangest dishes our modern brains can imagine. Food has been central to social life throughout…
Read MoreHead chef to take on Gleneagles Townhouse post
Ahead of its official launch in spring, Gleneagles Townhouse has announced the appointment of head chef, Jonny Wright. He will lead the culinary offering across the 33-room hotel, members’ club and all-day restaurant, The Spence, on St Andrew Square, Edinburgh. Jonny, 34, returns to Scotland with over 16 years’ experience including stints as head chef…
Read MoreCelebrating the best of food, drink and hospitality
Plans for a tasty new campaign to entice local people back to city centre restaurants, bars and hotels this spring have been revealed. The scheme has been announced by Essential Edinburgh – the capital’s dedicated Business Improvement District (BID). The Covid-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the hospitality industry in Edinburgh city centre…
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