Eating Out
Scots rugby team given a taste of Japan before World Cup
The Scottish rugby team were given a taste of what they’re about to experience, before they flew off to the World Cup in Japan. Award-winning Japanese restaurant Harajuku Kitchen is the official caterer for the Scottish rugby team. Ahead of the Rugby World Cup being held in Japan this year, chef patron Kaori Simpson and…
Read MoreSpecial items on the menu as Ivy on the Square turns two
The Ivy on the Square has been at the heart of Edinburgh’s dining scene since it opened its doors two years ago. This month the brasserie will celebrate its second anniversary in typically stylish fashion, with a nod to tradition by launching a ‘cotton’ inspired cocktail, dessert and floral installation. To mark the exciting occasion,…
Read MoreFranco Manca is a sweet option with sourdough
If I’m honest, they had me at sourdough. I’m a sucker for the deliciously flavoursome, crisp, yet chewy bread. The only way to top it (sorry) would be to add cheese, veg and meat to create a delicious sourdough pizza. Enter Franco Manca, one of the latest additions to the burgeoning dining scene in Edinburgh’s…
Read MoreNew cafe will have its visitors tickled pink
If you like to think pink, the chances are you’ll like a new cafe in Glasgow. Pink Inc Café is now open in Shawlands and it’s one of the most Instagrammable places you’ll visit this year. The new café has just opened its doors in a popular spot in Glasgow’s south side encompassing all things…
Read MorePompadour awarded fine dining restaurant of the year
The award-winning Pompadour has scooped the Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year at the Food Awards Scotland 2019. Headed up by dynamic head chef Daniel Ashmore, the three AA rosette restaurant, which has an emphasis on classic French cooking using seasonal, locally-sourced produce, is located within the iconic five-star Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian…
Read MoreFantastic Figo’s offers perfect peri peri chicken
One of the most popular food trends to arise in recent years has been that of peri peri chicken. A major chain has become known throughout the country, and a number of smaller businesses are popping up throughout our high streets and shopping centres. One of those is Figo’s, a newly opened outlet on Glasgow’s…
Read More17,000 portions of fish and chips in the festival
Europe’s biggest fish and chip shop have today revealed a record number of visitors this month to their fish and chip restaurant on Victoria Street. Edinburgh based Vittoria Group, owners of the 300-cover Bertie’s Restaurant and Bar in Edinburgh’s Old Town, welcomed over 25,000 guests during this year’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival and a staggering 17,000…
Read MorePizzeria with a difference opens its doors
Sourdough pizza pioneers Franco Manca has officially opened its first Edinburgh-based pizzeria. With fresh sourdough handmade on site every day and natural Italian wine, Franco Manca was the first pizzeria to offer sourdough pizza in the UK. Customers will be able to order one of the daily meat, veg and vegan specials or choose from…
Read MoreChef Nico unveils a new theatrical menu at 111
The theatrical ten-course tasting menu is the latest innovative food concept to be introduced by celebrated Glasgow chef Nico Simeone. Reviving the traditional ways of entertaining in a unconventional manner with reimagined British favourites, chef Nico Simeone (Six by Nico, The Hebridean, Supper Club by Nico) aims to attract formidable Scottish food connoisseurs to dine…
Read MoreA delicious grouse recipe to try at home
Roberta Hall-McCarron and Shaun McCarron know a thing or two about sourcing and cooking game. From August through to February, The Little Chartroom in Edinburgh have a great range of game dishes featuring on their ever-changing menu. Chef Roberta loves the taste and diversity of and often it is the only meat option on their…
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