Eating Out
A Prince amongst men with a decadent menu
Belle epoque decor and a menu full of French classics make this a Francophile’s dream come true at Brasserie Prince by Alain Roux. Alain Roux’s influence is evident, especially in his grandpa’s country pate which was a rustic treat, along with the freshest Lindisfarne oysters. Remaining true to Prince’s roots we followed up with a glorious chunky cut steak…
Read MoreCulinary escapades in a trendy restaurant bar
L’escapade, formerly Glass & Thompson, is ideally located right in the heart of Edinburgh city centre. We arrived a rainy night the last Friday of the Edinburgh International Festival to a super trendy restaurant bar. We received a warm welcome sat down and were dying to try one of Dillon’s bespoke cocktail which didn’t disappoint…
Read MoreCarol Smillie puts her trust in chef Nico’s new menu
From Changing Rooms to dining rooms, TV presenter Carol Smillie has appeared in the newest video from Scottish celebrity chef Nico Simeone. Having been the face of the late nineties and early noughties BBC home makeover show Changing Rooms, Carol features in a new online video recorded at the trendy 111 by Nico restaurant in…
Read MoreA taste of Skye is coming to the capital
An Edinburgh restaurant is teaming up with a dining establishment on the Isle of Skye to bring a taste experience with a difference. The Little Chartroom, Edinburgh is very excited to announce its first restaurant collaboration with Simon Mcatamney and Matt Kidd from Scorrybreac on The Isle of Skye. For two nights only, on Saturday…
Read MoreHead chefs work together for unique dining
A Scottish hotel is to celebrate autumn with a new dynamic dining experience. Following the successful dynamic dining experience at the beginning of the summer, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian will be holding its second Moveable Food evening on Wednesday, 26 September. The menu will include a three course dinner with paired wines and…
Read MoreA taste of the Pacific will come with So L.A.
A leading independent hospitality and lifestyle group has announced it is set to open a new concept, named So L.A., in Glasgow city centre later this year. Rusk & Rusk are the group behind some of Glasgow’s most stylish restaurants such as Hutchesons City Grill, The 158 Club Lounge, The Butchershop Bar & Grill, and…
Read MoreA hive of activity with a good varied menu
Nestling right on the banks of the River Esk, this former Paper Mill is a bustling, thriving bar and restaurant that is well worth a visit. The menu is popular and accessible but its laid-back gastropub-style comfort food is never clichéd. Helpfully, it’s particularly good for vegetarians and those looking for gluten-free options, while the…
Read MoreIt’s obvious why Crolla’s is a huge local favourite
Set in the beautifully light courtyard building which used to be The Glasshouse, Crolla’s Italian Kitchen is a family-run Italian restaurant has become a firm local favourite. There is a whole range of pizza and pasta options, but then there are also huge numbers of authentic Italian dishes too, including the usual suspects (veal Milanese, etc)…
Read MoreDining habits in Scotland’s capital are revealed
A new survey says that the most popular way to dine in Scotland’s capital is dinner for two people at 7pm. OpenTable, the world’s leading online restaurant booking service, has revealed insights into Edinburgh’s dining habits. The research shows that Edinburgh diners like to plan ahead when it comes to dining out, with only 15%…
Read MoreYou won’t be disappointed when you dine at Gigi’s
Run by mother and son team Marisa and Luigi Pia, Gigi’s, is a fantastic Italian restaurant near Dalkeith and Rosslyn Chapel. Mobbed by locals since it opened in 2011, it is stylish yet relaxed and friendly, and everything you need from a good-value neighbourhood restaurant. Large, noisy, child-friendly and invariably full-to-bursting, it’s one for family…
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