Why not try our tasty crab cocktail recipe?

A pescatarian’s dream, The Tolbooth Seafood Restaurant in Stonehaven harbour makes the most of the local catch. The Tolbooth, which has is located on the first floor of the building, has been owned by Eddie Abbott for the last ten years. ‘We use the local fishermen for langoustines, crab, squid and lobster,’ says Eddie. ‘We’re using…

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Shellfish warning in the north of Scotland

Shellfish lovers and business are being warned not to collect shellfish in coastal waters in the north of Scotland. Algal toxins affecting shellfish have been found in North West Sutherland, at Loch Eriboll and Kyle of Durness. The Highland Council’s environmental health team has identified raised levels of naturally occurring algal toxins following routine monitoring.…

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A tasty rhubarb soufflé with oat crumble recipe

Scott Davies, head chef at the Three Chimneys on Skye, shares a delicious dessert recipe with Scottish Field. There, the menu changes every month, based on what is in season. Scott said: ‘As soon as a grower walks through the door with something, it’s usually on the menu that night. We have direct contact with…

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Warning to those collecting their own seafood

A Scottish council has warned people collecting their own seafood to beware of high levels of shellfish toxin. Monitoring work undertaken on behalf of Food Standards Scotland has identified raised levels of shellfish toxins in Loch Leurbost in Lewis. Eating shellfish such as mussels, cockles, or razor fish from these areas may pose a risk…

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