Eating Out
Delicious treats and no tricks at The Ivy on the Square
For a Halloween with more treats than tricks, Edinburgh’s The Ivy on the Square has some delicious specials to get you in the seasonal spirit. From ghoulishly good cocktails to desserts with a wicked side, these limited-edition treats are available for one day only, Wednesday 31 October. Little ones can look forward to tucking into…
Read MorePrepare your palate for a flavour explosion
Scotland’s diners are becoming more and more spoiled when it comes to their food choices. Glasgow’s Ka Pao is one of the newest to join the growing international feel, offering a varied menu of south east Asian food. The restaurant itself, based in SWG3’s Acid Bar, is open and bright, with large windows allowing in…
Read MoreFirst class vegan options at The Ivy on the Square
Restaurants all over Scotland are waking up to the fact there’s a growing demand for vegan options on their menu. Edinburgh’s The Ivy on the Square is no different. No longer are vegan and vegetarian meals an after-thought, or, indeed, not even a consideration, as the hospitality sector looks to cater for all. The Ivy…
Read MoreIf you love Italian food, it’s time to go West Room
Italy’s answer to Spanish tapas have finally arrived in the capital city. The West Room, Edinburgh’s first Cicchetti bar, has opened in the heart of the West End. Based on Melville Place, owner Stefano Pieraccini works with the philosophy that drinks should always be served with good, homemade food. Cooking up Italian tapas dishes to…
Read MoreA cool, relaxed eaterie which is perfect for foodies
Darren Murray, head chef of Norn, which previously occupied this nook of Henderson Street in Leith, has reopened the space as Borough, a contemporary neighbourhood eatery with European flair. The small and larger dishes, priced roughly between the £5 and £14 mark, are elegant yet laid-back and perfect for sharing. Combining a rainbow of textures…
Read MoreWin a trip to Sicily by booking a restaurant meal
A Glasgow bar and restaurant is giving away a trip to the elegant town of Noto, Sicily in spring 2019. Firebird is one of the longest-standing restaurants in what is now the trendiest neighbourhood in Scotland. Located at the beginning of the Finneston strip, they have an obsession for creating exciting combinations and experimental dishes,…
Read MoreGlasgow family restaurant in the Times Top 100
A Glasgow family restaurant has been named in The Times Top 100 Best Places to Eat. Eusebi Deli, which is owned by Giovanna Eusebi, offers an authentic taste of Italy in the heart of Glasgow’s West End using the best Scottish and Italian ingredients with a modern twist. The final top 25 restaurants were announced…
Read MoreNew vegan and vegetarian menu at Ivy on the Square
A plush Edinburgh restaurant has announced the launch of its brand new vegetarian and vegan menu. The Ivy on the Square’s theivyedinburgh.com menu features a delectable selection of veggie options, abd the separate menu makes it easy for vegetarian and vegan customers to choose their favourite dishes when dining at the brasserie. From asparagus with…
Read MoreConvenient spot and great food at 83 Hanover Street
Convenient for a quick bite while shopping and with service efficient enough to allow for a working lunch, 83 is a funky wee addition to Edinburgh’s dining scene. Some of the highlights amongst our Chilean-inspired bites and plates were sopaipillas pebre (gorgeous pillowy pumpkin breads), charred octopus and beef short rib in a rich tomato sauce. The chef loves his…
Read MoreMono fills a gap in the capital’s dining landscape
This was one of the most pleasant surprises I’ve had in years – Joseph Crolla and his team have filled a glaring hole in Edinburgh’s culinary landscape by producing a genuinely excellent fine dining Italian restaurant. With chef Maciek Zielinski, late of the Atelier, working his magic in the kitchen, the tasting menu we ate…
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