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Chefs to cook up a storm at food festival
Five of Edinburgh’s top chefs are gearing up to showcase their culinary flair at this year’s Edinburgh Food Festival. The event is taking place in Assembly George Square Gardens over 10 days, from 19-28 July. The exciting line-up of free, non-ticketed chef demonstrations will include Scott Smith from Edinburgh restaurant of the Year, Fhior; private…
Read MoreMarking a double centenary in the capital
Edinburgh’s Contini George Street is celebrating a double centenary as part of National Negroni Week. Running from 24-30 June, mixologists at the family-run Italian restaurant have created a special menu of five new Negroni cocktails to mark not only the centenary of the classic Italian tipple, but also the 100th anniversary of the Contini family’s…
Read MoreEducational trust ambassador role for restaurateur
Countryside education charity the Royal Highland Education Trust has appointed Carina Contini as its first ever ambassador. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, RHET is delighted to have the support and voice of Carina, a successful Edinburgh business woman, restaurateur and food writer, who is passionate about using local produce in her establishments and the importance of…
Read MoreThe 2019 Borders Book Festival is underway today
Scotland’s sporting legend Stephen Hendry; TV’s wildlife expert Kate Humble and leading historian Neil Oliver open this year’s Baillie Gifford Borders Book Festival, beginning today. Melrose is abuzz as final preparations take place for the Baillie Gifford Borders Book Festival. Anticipation mounts for the four-day extravaganza in the Scottish Borders of live events featuring top…
Read MoreThe perfect afternoon tea – tasty food and great views
On a warm, sunny afternoon, what can be more relaxing than sitting back, enjoying a stunning view, and having a filling afternoon tea? The Cannonball Restaurant on Castlehill, Edinburgh, is offering a new dining experience for foodies and tourists, whilst enjoying wonderful views over Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and the general capital cityscape. My…
Read MoreSports stars headline Borders Book Festival
Scottish sporting legends David Coulthard, Stephen Hendry and Gregor Townsend are just some of the highlights at this summer’s Baillie Gifford Borders Book Festival. Along with inspiring women Kate Humble, Ruth Davidson and Susan Calman, and jockey Bob Champion, they will attend the prestigious event. The full-line up of over 100 events is announced today…
Read MoreLeading fashion light to give talk in Edinburgh
A leading figure in high street fashion retail comes to Smart Works Edinburgh next month to share her remarkable career story. As former brand director of Topshop and then CEO of Whistles, Jane Shepherdson CBE has been lauded as the inspirational figure who took fashion from the catwalks and made it accessible for the everyday…
Read MoreAfternoon tea near the castle is surefire winner
Foodies are being invited to drink in the views of Edinburgh Castle as part of a new afternoon tea created by pastry chefs at Cannonball Restaurant on Castlehill. For the first time, people will get the chance to indulge in a traditional Scottish afternoon tea in the 16th century townhouse dining room at Cannonball, whilst…
Read MoreIt will be twice the fun for the capital’s foodies
The organisers of the Edinburgh Food Festival have announced plans to double the schedule for this year’s annual foodie event. It will now take place at Assembly George Square Gardens over 10 days from 19-28 July. The festival welcomes visitors of all ages and the entry and the talks is free and non-ticketed. To mark…
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…
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