Food and Drink
Buy a drink to thank our hard-working NHS staff
Social enterprise and beer brand, Brewgooder, is hoping to facilitate a national ‘round’, inviting Scots to help them get packs of beer to the nation’s NHS workers to say thank you. The craft beer company, which already donates all of its profits to clean water projects, has created ‘One On Us’ – a platform for…
Read MoreSupermarket will help to feed those in need
Lidl has announced it will help put food on the table of those most affected by coronavirus. It will assist people, such as the elderly and families who need help during the newly announced school closures, as the retailer looks to extend its Feed it Back scheme. The announcement will see the supermarket donate £100,000…
Read MoreIce cream parlour aims to deliver tubs of joy
A Scots ice cream parlour is bringing a smile to everyone’s face in St Andrews with the introduction of their ice cream delivery service. Jannettas Gelateria owners Nicola and Owen Hazel are set to brighten the days of customers with a range of 54 flavours to choose from. From ice cream classics like chocolate and…
Read MoreChef of the Year title heads to the Old Course Hotel
Martin Hollis, executive chef of the five star Old Course Hotel in St Andrews, has been named as Chef of the Year at the Menu Awards, despite the ceremony cancellation. The dazzling ceremony was scheduled to take place at The Apex Hotel in Dundee for more than 250 of Scotland’s top food and drink industry…
Read MoreGame processor to only collect from BGA shoots
The British Game Alliance has announced that Braehead Foods of Kilmarnock will continue to only collect from BGA assured shoots next season. As one of the first game processors to sign up to the scheme in 2018, and the only BRC accredited feathered game processor in Scotland, Braehead Foods only collected game birds from BGA…
Read MoreInnis & Gunn releases Atlas Series Islay whisky cask beer
Brewer Innis & Gunn has launched its first limited edition beer for 2020: Islay Whisky Cask. Part of the brewer’s Atlas Series, which draws influence from barrel-aged spirits from across the globe, the 7.4 % amber ale takes inspiration from the world of Scotch Whisky distilling and has been matured in Islay single malt quarter…
Read MoreA huge – and amazing – change in store at 111 by Nico
Glasgow’s popular, multi-award winning 111 by Nico is about to witness its biggest change to date. But rather than the usual proceedings of delicious new concept menus, this is an uplifting story of hard work and determination meeting hope and friendship. Nico Simeone will step down from the restaurant which will be taken over by…
Read MoreBross Bagels opens in Stockbridge
It still amazes me that it’s taken this long for someone to realise that us Scots love a good bagel. But it’s happened and I’m bloody glad it has. And now renowned Bross Bagels in Edinburgh have just got bigger with a brand new opening and recent move in the city and even better with…
Read MoreArdbeg Distillery launches a limited edition beer
Ardbeg, the world-renowned Islay distillery, announced the release of its first ever beer – The Shortie Smoky Porter. Named after Ardbeg’s beloved canine mascot, Shortie the Jack Russell, this limited edition will be launched in partnership with Brewgooder as part of their Global Gathering campaign. The brain-child of flatmates Alan McIntyre, global brand manager at…
Read MoreGive her a relaxing ‘mumcation’ this Mother’s Day
The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh is offering Mother’s the chance to treat themselves to a ‘mumcation’. Perfect for busy Mum’s (and ladies who need to escape a hectic lifestyle), the hotel has created a number of special experiences for ladies to relax and unwind. Whether guests are looking for a tranquil wellness retreat or cocktails…
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