Posts Tagged ‘restaurant’
Second city Greek-Cypriot restaurant is set to open
Popular Glasgow Greek-Cypriot restaurant Halloumi is opening a second location in the southside of the city. Inhabiting a former bank, the new Pollokshaws road location will boast a private dining room, event space, bespoke bar and large open plan 80-cover restaurant. Set to open next month, the casual dining taverna promises to be as eye-catching…
Read MoreScots eaterie named as one of the top five in the world
A Scottish eaterie has been named by the US-based Wall Street Journal as one of five restaurants in the world worth travelling for. The Three Chimneys, on the Isle of Skye, was named by the influential daily newspaper as one of five dining experiences in the world worth planning a trip around, and the only…
Read MoreIt’s better choco-late than never as new range launches
A new handmade chocolate business has been launched from a luxury small hotel in East Lothian. Having worked in the property and catering industries in the Middle East, Angela and David Cockerton decided to return to the UK and set up a small hotel, Garleton Lodge, which offers a careful blend of five-star luxury in…
Read MoreStack & Still is quite simply pancake heaven
There’s something to be said about pancakes. For years, they were regarded as something you either have after your lunch, or, perhaps, with afternoon tea. Now, pancakes are big business – and the UK’s largest urban pancake house, Stack & Still, has just opened in Glasgow. Don’t think the pancake is just something sweet that…
Read MorePoached pear, bramble tart and lemon sorbert
There’s a growing demand in Scotland for produce that has been sourced in local areas. Kinloch House chef Steve McCallum, located near Blairgowrie in Perthshire, is a keen supporter of that. In recent years, Steve has noticed how people’s palates have changed, as has the preparation of the food. ‘Wild produce has always been there…
Read MoreDedication and hard work pays off for new head chef
Hard work has paid off for the man who has been appointed head chef at an Edinburgh brasserie. Galvin Brasserie de Luxe, www.galvinedinburgh.com situated in the stunning Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian, has appointed Andrew Logie to the post. Originally joining the team at the upmarket brasserie as a Demi Chef in 2013, Andrew…
Read MoreUnmissable sights in the Highlands and Islands
Earlier this week, Lonely Planet announced the Scottish Highlands and Islands as one of the top regions in the world to go in 2019. With impressive scenery, world class dining experiences and an outstanding accommodation offering it’s no wonder this exceptional corner of the globe has scooped up such an impressive accolade. In light of…
Read MoreAmbassador hosts a special tasting dinner
A whisky’s UK Brand Ambassador of Speyside Single Malt is to host a unique dinner in Edinburgh. Balvenie’s will be making a special guest appearance Alwynne Gwilt to host a unique tasting dinner at Cannonball House at the top of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. Taking place in Cannonball’s stunning private dining room, on 31 October from…
Read MoreMusic Hall reopening after £9million revamp
Aberdeen’s historic and much-loved Music Hall will re-open its doors to the public on December 8. The occasion will be marked with a day of Stepping In community celebrations, featuring a special appearance from Travis frontman Fran Healy leading the Music Hall community choir in a performance of the iconic song Sing. The doors will…
Read MoreA taste of the Middle East is coming to Scotland
Have you ever dreamed of strolling into the souks of a middle-eastern country and trying out some of their authentic food? Six by Nico restaurants in Glasgow and Edinburgh have announced their latest theme this week where they offer authentic dishes from Egypt, Lebanon, Turkey and Greece. Chef Nico Simeone has created a tantalising tasting…
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