Bremen was big in coffee long before Seattle In the 1960’s there were over 100 coffee roasting houses in Bremen. Today there is only a handful …
Bremen: Coffee lover heaven
STV win against Michelle McManus in Bake off
Yesterday Mrs Foodie was along at The Kandy Bar Bakery in Saltcoats to see the launch of the search for Scottish Baker of the Year 2017. …
Food review: Victoria’s, 45 Atholl Road, Pitlochry
What’s Victoria’s secret? Victoria’s is a family-run restaurant on the main road in Pitlochry. It doesn’t have that in-the-moment hipster design, but what it does …
Where to enjoy National Margarita Day in Glasgow
Wednesday 22nd February is National Margarita Day (in the USA) and who are we to argue with an excuse for a margarita! So here’s 5 …
Scottish Baker of the Year 2017 launches!
Singing sensation and the new face of the Scottish Baker of the Year competition Michelle McManus will be trying her hand at something new this …
Product Review: Henry Denny’s Fire and Smoke
Total Danbert We are partial to a roll n’ bacon (and tattie scone!) around here but are find ourselves often dismayed with bacon that shrivels …
Food review: Spitfire Espresso, 127 Candleriggs, Merchant City, Glasgow
It’s all about the coffee (and eggs) Spitfire Espresso is one those places I keep returning to and meaning to write about but never do. …
Recipe: Peanut Butter and Banana Quesadillas
I’m always looking for something to nibble on that doesn’t take forever to make and this quick semi-healthy dessert/snack/indulgence suits me well as the recipe has …
5 of the best places in Glasgow for cheese toasties
This morning’s delivery of our Cheese Postie subscription got me thinking all toasties! Here are 5 of the best places in Glasgow for a grilled cheese …
Event Preview: Belles and Burgers
Two events which have caught my eye are both happening on Sunday 5th March, Firstly: Belles in the Basement. Belles in the Basement is a girly afternoon …
HEINEKEN to Continue SIBA Scheme for Punch Licensees
Heineken have confirmed that, in the event of their bid to purchase 1900 pubs from Punch Taverns being successful, that they intend to work with …
New menu at Contini, Edinburgh
Contini bring modern Italian food home I’ve just had lunch at the refurbished Contini and it isn’t an overstatement to say that it was outstanding! …
Recipe: Lamb, Leek and Nigella Seed Casserole
This recipe is from the British Leek Association website and has been developed by Katriona MacGregor. Please visit to see their other recipes. Mr Foodie …
Food review: Caxton Grill at The St Ermin’s Hotel, London
Eating local, like a local in London Adam Handling’s former stomping ground, Caxton Grill, is located in the heart of Westminster, just behind New Scotland …
Food review: Buck’s Bar, 111 West Regent St, Glasgow
Buck’ing the trend We never made it to Jacker de Viande, Osteria Piero or Boozy Rouge for that matter. However, we have finally made it …
Drink: NB Gin BRIT Awards Limited Edition Bottles
From an East Lothian village to the glittering BRITs: NB Gin’s limited edition bottles for star-studded bash NB Gin are celebrating their third year as …
Recipe: Bonne Maman Valentine’s Chocolate Cake
Is there anything more romantic than getting something home-made? A card? Dinner? or this cake? Bonne Maman have this delicious cake recipe which I had …
Drink: Scotland’s Best Brewer Search Begins
SEARCH BEGINS FOR SCOTLAND’S BEST BREWER The Scottish Beer Awards, sponsored by Aldi, have been launched for its second year with a promise to …
Food: Temaki, Hope Street, Glasgow
When I heard that there was a new restaurant on the block and soon to be opening in Glasgow, I kind of rolled my eyes. …
Food review: Salt and Vinegar, 1044 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow
Did we land a big fish in Shawlands? Salt and Vinegar in Shawlands seemed to take forever to open, teasing us, with the brown paper …
Travel: Tourist Signs in Japan
Morioka Regional Development Bureau in northern Japan have created signs to help visitors with local customs and food. Its an initiative to help visitors who don’t …
Half term fun at St Enoch Centre
Who doesn’t love LEGO? Well we do and so do the St. Enoch Centre who have some activities for the school holidays this week. Bricks …
Where to celebrate International Scotch Day in Glasgow
International Scotch Day is an initiative of Diageo who will be celebrating the birthday of Alexander Walker (Pioneer of Johnnie Walker whisky) by celebrating all …
Event Preview: Glasgow Whisky Festival
Tickets released in March Glasgow Whisky Festival have announced a change to this year’s programme – two sessions instead of the one! Session 1 will …