Barristers restaurant and bar: an arresting location We stopped off at Barristers Restaurant and Bar in the pretty town of Knutsford in Cheshire for a …
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Our week in pictures
A week in pictures Another week has passed and a week In pictures mostly to remind ourselves what we still need to write up! Mr …
Another American chain picks Glasgow
American Chain Denny’s to open in Glasgow American Chain Denny’s have announced online that they are coming to Glasgow. What is Denny’s and where …
Food Review: Borough, Leith
Putting the Borough back into Edinburgh Following the abrupt departure of chef-patron Scott Smith from Norn, ‘Borough’ (not ‘Burgh’) fills the space vacated by that rather splendid …
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 …
2019 National Fish & Chip Awards – Scottish finalists announced
SCOTLAND’S TOP FISH AND CHIP SHOPS UNWRAPPED Scotland’s top fish and chip shops have been announced today as part of the 2019 National Fish & …
Where to eat during Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2018
Where to eat during Edinburgh Fringe Festival – ideas for brunch, lunch and dinner Edinburgh Fringe Festival time can be full on so you’ll need …
Recipe: Red Wine Lamb Shanks
Lamb shanks with red wine This is a perfect family meal that is simple to make. Prep the ingredients, slam the Lamb in the oven …
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 …
Loch Fyne Oyster Bar and Restaurant, behind the scenes
40 years of Loch Fyne Oyster Bar and Restaurant – a look behind the scenes Loch Fyne Oyster Bar at Cairndow is one of those …
Food Review: Breakfast at Dishoom, Edinburgh
Dishoom sounds like a hit Dishoom, the Indian restaurant chain from London opened their first restaurant outside of the capital on the central location of …
Recipe: Melon, Lemon and Thyme Salad
Refreshing Melon, Lemon and thyme salad The weather may be all topsy turvey at the moment however this refreshing melon, lemon and thyme salad will …
The 1970’s are back at Six by Nico
Retro Reborn: A return to 1970’s food at Six by Nico We had Mexico (Click here to read our review) and the next menu up …
Review: Bouillabaisse Fridays at Galvin, Edinburgh
Bouillabaisse Fridays, Galvin Brasserie De Luxe We first tasted bouillabaisse in Marseille a whole decade ago, I remember it well because of the price! We’d …
Foodie Explorers – A week in pictures 22nd July 2018
A week in pictures – Edinburgh escapades with Foodie Explorers A quiet start to the week with Mr Foodie having Monday off for the Glasgow …
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: Julie’s Kopitiam, Shawlands, Glasgow
Julie’s Kopitiam – finally! Eventually, we (or Mrs Foodie did at least!) make it to Julie’s Kopitiam. I’ve been wanting to go for ages but …
A week with Foodie Explorers 15th July 2018
A relatively quiet week for us Glasgow foodies. Monday was spent chillin out enjoying the weather. Tuesday we wandered along to Baby Grand Bar …
Edinburgh Food Festival starts 25th July
Food lovers diary date Edinburgh Food Festival – Wednesday 25th July Edinburgh Food Festival kicks off in Assembly George Square Gardens on Wednesday 25th July …
Recipe: British Gems Baby Potato and leek tortilla
British Gems Potato and leek tortilla These British Gems Baby New Potatoes are just the perfect size for a summertime tortilla. Cook a bundle (technical …
5 of the best places in Glasgow for Ice Cream
5 of the Best Places in Glasgow for Ice Cream Whether it sunny or dull a “pokey hat” will always bring a smile to a …
Five of the BEST places in Edinburgh for an Ice Cream
5 of the Best Places in Edinburgh for Ice Cream Whatever the weather, Ice cream is always a top choice for a snack, dessert or …
Food: Peruana Peruvian Ceviche Pop Up
Peruvian Ceviche Pop-up Peruana Its been a long time since we’ve eaten Peruvian, or even some ceviche. So when we heard about the lunchtime Peruana pop …
Event: National Ice Cream Day Roll ‘n Square
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with a Roll ‘n Square How about celebrating National Ice Cream Day with a roll filled with square sausage? Errr not …