Food and Drink
Head chef to take on Gleneagles Townhouse post
Ahead of its official launch in spring, Gleneagles Townhouse has announced the appointment of head chef, Jonny Wright. He will lead the culinary offering across the 33-room hotel, members’ club and all-day restaurant, The Spence, on St Andrew Square, Edinburgh. Jonny, 34, returns to Scotland with over 16 years’ experience including stints as head chef…
Read MoreRestaurant Andrew Fairlie recognised with award
Dale Dewsbury, general manager at Restaurant Andrew Fairlie, has been honoured with a special award for best service in Great Britain & Ireland in the 2022 Michelin star revelation ceremony. Dale was named as the winner of the Michelin Guide Service Award at a digital event on 15 February as part of the prestigious Michelin…
Read MoreSix Nations cocktails at The Ivy on the Square
This spring, The Ivy on the Square is proud to be celebrating the Six Nations Championship with an array of limited-edition cocktails. With the first games taking place in 1883, the Six Nations has spanned over three centuries, making it one of the most-loved events in the sporting calendar. Created by the restaurant’s talented bar…
Read MoreScottish drinks brand’s hard seltzer brought to market
A premium drinks brand has launched some of the first Scottish hard seltzers to market. It came about after business owner, Ruth Jones, received advice and support from Business Gateway. Dundee-based Twisted Sisters specialises in premium, ready-to-drink hard seltzers, a highball drink containing seltzer water, alcohol and fruit flavourings. The brand-new drinks range boasts a…
Read MoreFeel the love this Valentine’s Day with shellfish
Oysters are celebrated not only for their aphrodisiac qualities, but also their superior health benefits. Ethical Shellfish Company oysters are raised in the cold clear waters of Loch Creran near Oban. They are regularly told by their customers that they are the best they’ve ever tasted, especially when accompanied by a glass of crisp white…
Read MoreA special way to mark Valentine’s Day at Glenturret
The Lalique boutique and Glenturret Lalique restaurant set the bar high when it comes to memorable experiences – and Valentine’s Day is no exception. From February 8-13, every visitor to the boutique will be welcomed with a glass of complimentary champagne to enjoy whilst shopping and gifted either a luxurious Lalique peony candle, body cream…
Read MoreFine food and gin to mark the Six Nations
One Under Bar, located at Rusacks St Andrews, kicks off the Six Nations Championships this weekend with a brand-new bar menu and a specially curated cocktail menu together with Garden Shed Co. Gin. Created by executive chef Derek Johnstone, the new offering includes comfort bowl food and proper rugby watching fare. Dishes include Haggis Fritters,…
Read MoreCelebrate Valentine’s Day in style at The Ivy Buchanan Street
The Ivy Buchanan Street in Glasgow has joined forces with Letters of Note to give diners a gift to treasure forever this Valentine’s Day. Love is an exclusive book compiled by Shaun Usher, featuring a collection of the most passionate love letters written in history, reimagined by The Ivy Collection with a bespoke cover and…
Read MoreMy love is like a… Rose Pale Ale
On Valentine’s Day, there’s nothing like saying it with roses. Or, for the less romantic, there’s always Rose Pale Ale. Scottish online drinks specialist Flavourly have partnered with Arcade Beerworks and the Secret Garden Distillery, the UK’s largest grower of the Apothecary Rose to create the ‘romantic’ limited edition craft beer. Produced by Arcade Beerworks…
Read More‘Free’ kids menu launches for the half term
Five of Edinburgh’s most popular family-friendly restaurants and bars have launched a ‘free’ kids’ menu in time for the February half term holidays. Running from February 14–18, McLarens on the Corner in Morningside, Cold Town House and The Black Bull in the Grassmarket, The Fountain in Fountainbridge and Badger & Co on Castle Street in…
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