Food and Drink
Awards celebrate the best of Scottish food and drink
The leading lights of the Scottish food and drink sector will once again come together to celebrate one of Scotland’s largest industries and everything it has to offer at the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards this September. Returning after a Covid-enforced hiatus, the 21st Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards will take place during…
Read MoreThe country’s favourite pancake toppings revealed
Shrove Tuesday here – and we hope you’ve got your batter, frying pan and amateur pancake flipping skills at the ready – but most importantly, the toppings. Whether you like your pancakes smothered in Nutella, or you prefer the classic Lemon and Sugar, deciding can be a ‘toss up’ with so many toppings to choose…
Read MoreChef Tony Singh creates a new range of beers
Scottish celebrity chef Tony Singh has announced the launch of a range of beers working in collaboration with Scottish Brewery of the Year, Fierce Beer. As one of the UK’s best loved chefs, renowned for his lively personality, this is Tony’s first foray into the drinks market. Kicking off with Indian Lager infused with cardamom…
Read MoreNew campaign launched by Glasgow’s hospitality scene
A new hospitality-led food and drink campaign has been launched today to attract visitors back into Glasgow and support incredible independents across the city. #MadeInGlasgow – a three month initiative running from 1 March until 3t May, is backed by almost 50 of the city’s best bars, restaurants, unique venues and makers, showcasing monthly themes…
Read MoreJustin recognised as a Master of Wine
An Edinburgh man has been crowned as a new Master of Wine. The news was announced by the Institute of Masters of Wine, as he is one of two new members of the IMW. Justin Martindale is based in Scotland and Jonny Orton is south of the border. There are now 420 MWs globally –…
Read MoreSix by Nico set to open first North East restaurant
Renowned Scottish-Italian chef Nico Simeone, is set to bring his Glasgow dining concept to Aberdeen this Spring when he opens Six by Nico in Scotland’s North East. Six by Nico Aberdeen will be the tenth restaurant in his expanding portfolio, which includes locations in Scotland, England, and Ireland. The Aberdeen restaurant will be Nico Simeone’s…
Read MoreA celebration for the taste buds at The Ivy on the Square
Rugby fans who can’t make it to the each of the games – and those who want to continue celebrating – can enjoy a little of the Six Nations in their glasses. Edinburgh’s The Ivy on the Square is celebrating the beloved sporting event with the creation of six limited-edition cocktails, each dedicated to the…
Read MoreM&S moves to source gamebirds that are lead-free
Marks and Spencer have announced that as of next season they will only be sourcing gamebirds that are lead-free and BGA-assured. The retailer sent along a senior representative to a recent meeting of shooting agents to explain that British Game Assurance-assured and lead free was the future of the game meat market, and M&S wanted…
Read MoreScots look at label when they pick their pork
More than a third of Scots consumers are willing to pay a significant price premium for fresh pork products labelled as ‘animal friendly’ new research has found. They will also pay more for pork which is labelled as ‘local’ and ‘low-fat’, while an ‘organic’ label is less valued. Researchers at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) looked…
Read MoreA trip to Ancient Rome awaits with the new menu
Ancient Rome’s people may have lived thousands of years ago, but their diets were far from traditional. From their famous studs like Caesar and Antony to leading ladies like Livia, the rich and famous loved nothing more than sampling the strangest dishes our modern brains can imagine. Food has been central to social life throughout…
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