Food and Drink
A Scots chocolate that’s good for the heart
Most of us love a wee bit of chocolate – and two Scots firms are doing something a little bit different. Caithness Chocolates and Mackintosh of Glendaveny have collaborated to make a new addition to their unique range of handmade Scottish chocolates using Scottish cold pressed rapeseed oil. Caithness Chocolates is an independent, multi award…
Read MoreFrench food flair comes to Scottish restaurants
There’s so much to fall in love with in Paris: the history, the architecture, and of course, the cuisine. Bubbling Croque Monsieur eaten on the Champs Elysées; rare Beef and salty frites in a candlelit bistro or a classic French patisserie shared with your loved one over a picnic on the banks of the river…
Read MoreScotland’s favourite gin is revealed
An online survey of Scotland’s gin lovers has revealed that Isle of Harris Gin is the nation’s favourite Scottish gin for the second year in a row. The consumer survey is run by The Scottish Gin Society, a not-for-profit organisation that promotes and celebrates the Scottish gin industry. In total, 6435 unique votes were cast,…
Read MoreEvent celebrates all things Scottish and vegan
If you thought vegan festivals were just for vegans and veggies – think again. Everyone is enjoying vegan these days from Will.I.AM and Jennifer Lopez to Benedict Cumberbatch and Brad Pitt. Vegan week from Great British Bake Off showed us just how much fun you can have with vegan food and now the supermarkets appear…
Read MoreThe chef bringing Prince Charles’ restaurant to life
Head chef Ross Cochrane, Scotch Lamb Chef of the Year, has played his part in establishing the Rothesay Rooms as a must-visit eaterie. Prince Charles’ Scottish restaurant is helping revive Ballater, in Aberdeenshire, and Ross’ tasty creations are playing a crucial role. What’s your favourite February dish? I love using duck in February. In the…
Read MoreGrand designs are paying off at House of Elrick
When Stuart Ingram bought the estate four years ago, he wasted no time in making grand plans for the House of Elrick. Mother’s ruin with a slice of lemon. G&T with a wedge of lime. Whatever you call it, however you enjoy it, gin has long been one of the nation’s favourites. Home to a unique…
Read MoreFestivals go cashless at 2019 True OriGIN events
A season of gin festivals across Scotland will be exclusively cashless this year – starting this weekend. The True OriGINs events will showcase up to 80 different Scottish gins at four events across the country between February and June, beginning today and tomorrow at the Scottish Gin Festival, The Barn, Banchory. But despite a passion for the history and provenance of the spirit,…
Read MorePerfect Scottish restaurants for Valentine’s Day
If you’re still looking for the perfect place to take your loved one this Valentine’s Day, take a look at this for some foodie inspiration! Contini George Street, Edinburgh Nothing says ‘amore’ more than a great Italian, so for Valentine’s Day Contini George Street have pulled together a special menu that is perfect to share…
Read MoreThe wonder of Sonder
Occupying the former site of Clerk’s Bar and (for a seemingly very short time) Diablo Loco on Clerk Street, Sonder has now been open for six months. All trace of the restaurant’s previous incarnation as a vermillion painted, Day of the Dead, inspired Mexican cantina has been erased to be replaced by comfy booths, wooden…
Read MoreBross Bagels launches West End branch
Thursday night saw the official launch of the third branch in the Bross Bagels Empire. Their West End store, situated on Queensferry Street, is the perfect place to pick up a speedy breakfast treat or to seriously upgrade your soggy lunchtime sandwich. Owner Larah ‘Mama’ Bross’ Montreal roots bring a much needed authenticity to the…
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