Posts Tagged ‘foodies’
Make it a hole in one with a trip to Perthshire
One of the world’s biggest events in woman’s golf will tee off in Perthshire this September, as Scotland welcomes back the Solheim Cup to its sporting calendar. As the excitement for the Solheim Cup continues to build, there is no better time to come and explore why Perthshire should be on everyone’s must visit list.…
Read MoreGordon Castle Highland Games go this weekend
From caber tossing to equestrian stunt riders, Gordon Setter gatherings to chainsaw displays, the Gordon Castle Highland Games and Country Fair has something for everyone this weekend. Taking place on Sunday, 19 May, there will with an eclectic mix of entertainment for all the family. Entering its ninth year, the annual Fochabers Games looks set…
Read MoreThe Barony becomes new foodie destination
One of Edinburgh’s most historic pubs has become the go-to place for foodies looking to try some of the best gastropub cuisine in the capital. The Barony, located on the lively and bohemian Broughton Street in the heart of the city, is serving up a range of fresh new dishes as part of its gastropub…
Read MoreWhy not try the Six Nations Pie this weekend?
The Six Nations rugby championship brings together rugby fans from all the participating countries – and now there’s something for the egg-chasing foodies too! A restaurant owner from Edinburgh has come up with a recipe that will galvanise at least five of the countries in the Six Nations! Calum Mackay, who runs the Old Chain…
Read MoreCampaign bids to bring the world a haggis emoji
Scots all over the world are being called upon to support a campaign to bring Scotland’s national dish into the language of emojis. In what has been designated The Year of Haggis and with Burns Night just over a week away, Scotland’s most awarded haggis makers, McCaskie Butchers, are launching a campaign for the creation…
Read MoreScotland’s big two cities going more vegan
The Scottish capital has landed a spot in the top six for its residents’ and visitors’ appetite for vegan food. 2019 is set to be a big year for veganism. Almost half (42%) of the UK’s vegans made the change in the past 12 months, and Veganuary has already reported a record number of sign-ups…
Read MoreRestaurant to open its second site in Glasgow
A Korean restaurant in Glasgow city centre has announced it is to open a second restaurant site in Glasgow’s trendy West End. The name, which is pronounced as ‘bee-beem-bahp’ is named after the Korean comfort food – a bowl of warm white rice topped with vegetables and chilli pepper paste, soy sauce, or fermented…
Read MoreTurkey-free Christmas dinners in Edinburgh
It seems that more and more Scots are telling turkey to get stuffed each Christmas. With the number of vegetarians and vegans on the rise, as well as people looking to try alternative dining during the festive season, chefs are getting creative with their Christmas menus this year. If you’re out and about Christmas shopping…
Read MoreFree food for the next 34 years at Glasgow eaterie
One of Glasgow’s oldest and most iconic restaurants – The Baby Grand – is celebrating its 34th birthday by giving customers the chance to eat for free for the next 34 years. The restaurant is inviting Glasgow foodies to take a trip down memory lane, asking them to submit their favourite memories of the city…
Read MoreScotland’s national chef on cookbook signing tour
Scotland’s national chef will be attending a series of book signings at selected Dobbies Garden Centres in the run up to Christmas. The 2016 MasterChef champion Gary Maclean was appointed by the Scottish Government as Scotland’s first national chef in November 2017, and fans will be provided the opportunity to meet the TV star and…
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