The title says Mussel Chowder, but you can use any firm white fish or shellfish you fancy. Both scenarios are covered below. Fish soups tend …
Mussel Chowder Recipe
Pine Trees Hotel, Pitlochry
A hotel in Pitlochry for food and relaxation The picturesque highland town of Pitlochry is always a great stop on the A9. Besides having a …
Bad Girl Bakery, Muir Of Ord, Scotland
Sweet and savoury treats on the menu at Highland Bad Girl Bakery Bad Girls Bakery in Muir of Ord offers a tempting selection of sweet …
Lime Pickle Part Two
Lime Pickle Part Two: Tempering and Ageing Your limes and other ingredients should have been fermenting for at least four weeks before you move on …
Lime Pickle Week 1
My lime pickle has been fermenting for a week now. It has settled by about two inches and built up about half a jar of …
Lime pickle recipe
Make your own lime pickle Lime pickle is a great accompaniment for curry that can also add a tangy twist to a sandwich, a burger …
A restaurant for the New Year in Paris – Les Fous de L’Iîle, Paris
Celebrating New Year in Paris Paris is a popular New Year destination. But where to eat? Here’s a suggestion for a restaurant for celebrating New …
Food Review: Bad Girl Bakery, Muir of Ord
Bad girls, good food When people think of Bad Girl Bakery they usually think of the great cakes they sell. But as well as baking …
Brasserie Abode Distillers Night Meal with Buffalo Trace
Brasserie Abode in Glasgow’s city centre run regular event nights including monthly distillers nights, wine nights and jazz nights. Each includes a five-course meal and …
Recipe: Tomato Sauce
Make your own tomato sauce and taste the difference A decent tomato sauce opens the door to many tasty dishes. From pizzas and pastas to …
Recipe: Chicken Marbella
A seventies dinner party favourite rediscovered. Chicken Marbella supposedly first appeared in “The Silver Pallate”, a US cookbook. Though you have to wonder what the …
Recipe: Sekanjabin – refreshing soft drink
Refreshing Sekanjabin drink recipe Sekanjabin is sweetened vinegar. It might sound odd, but in makes a great cooling drink that is perfect in the summer …
Food Review: Robyn’s Nest, Maryhill, Glasgow (Still Game Cafe)
Breakfast with Jack and Victor at Robyn’s Nest Robyn’s Nest on Glasgow’s Maryhill Road has a special claim to fame. It is the cafe where …
Galloway Country Fair with exclusive Innis and Gunn Beer Dog
Innis and bun: exclusive beer hotdog to sell at Galloway Country Fair One of the best parts of Summer is visiting country fairs. They are …
Food: Samphire, Inveraray
Seafood at Samphire Inveraray Popped into Samphire at Inveraray for lunch recently. What a treat. Samphire specialise in seafood, a sensible choice when you are …
Food review: TRUST 111 by Nico, Glasgow
Will you TRUST 111 by Nico? 111 by Nico is a firm favourite with the Foodie Explorer clan. Great food, great wine and great prices …
New Summer Menu at Malmaison including vegan and gluten-free menus
Malmaison’s Chez Mal introduces new summer menu Summer is here with the introduction of the new Summer Menu at Malmaison and we were invited along …
World Buttery Championship
World Buttery Championship this weekend The 16th of June is a big day for Rowie fans. North East Scotland College will be hosting the …
Event Review: Glasgow’s Whisky Festival
Glasgow’s Whisky Festival Whisky festivals are always a pleasure. For the cost of a ticket, you get to sample old favourites and are introduced to …
Food Review: Mandira, London
Time to think outside the strawberry yoghurt pot I’m a big fan of strained yoghurt. Not only is it tasty, but it’s sugar free and …
Event: Galloway Country Fair, 19-20 August
Country pursuits and entertainment for all Looking for a great day out on the weekend of 19-20 August? Then look no further than Galloway Country …
Food review: Six by Nico ‘The Chippy’ Glasgow
1 + 1 + 1 = Six by Nico We really like 111 by Nico, an established Glasgow favourite (See reviews here and here) so …
Event review: An audience with Nick Nairn
Dinner, bed, breakfast, celebrity chef? Check! January is a cold dreich month, so when I was invited to An Audience with Nick Nairn at the Double …
Recipe: Creamed Broccoli
Tired of trees? Then here is a creamy alternative take that will change your opinion on broccoli forever. It also has the advantage of using …