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Aperitivo reimagined: MATTO brings Neapolitan ritual to Edinburgh’s Southside
Monday - Friday 4 pm-7 pm I n the heart of Edinburgh’s Newington district, a golden-hued pizza oven glows like a hearth at the centre of...

Sharon Wilson
2 days ago2 min read
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New cafe with a stunning terrace and panoramic city views
All day cafe This June, Edinburgh will welcome Cafe Calton , an all-day cafe on Calton Hill. With breathtaking views from Arthur’s Seat...

Sharon Wilson
3 days ago2 min read
112


Pizza Punks launch bold new menu
Sandough Pizza Punks is taking a bold stand against the rising costs impacting the hospitality industry. By k eeping prices accessible,...

Sharon Wilson
3 days ago2 min read
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New pub and restaurant set to be the ‘Darling’ of Edinburgh neighbourhood
(L-R) Edinburgh chef, Scott Smith, and John Howard (owner and director of The Òir Group) at The Captain Darling in Stockbridge....

Sharon Wilson
3 days ago2 min read
91


Loma by Graeme Cheevers review by Cate Devine
The view There is a muted elegance in the Baronial castle that is the five-star Cameron House by Loch Lomond, built by William Spence in...

Cate Devine
5 days ago3 min read
152


James Pirie & Son Crowned 2025 World Championship Scotch Pie Award Winner
James Pirie & Sons James Pirie & Son of Weymss Bay has claimed the much sought-after top prize at the prestigious 2025 World Championship...

Sharon Wilson
6 days ago2 min read
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World Haggis Champion win is lifetime achievement for Wemyss Bay butcher
Nigel Ovens, World Haggis Champion Scotland has a new World Haggis Champion. And for butcher Nigel Ovens, the ultimate accolade is a...

Sharon Wilson
6 days ago3 min read
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Bite
May 100 min read
32


Discover the World of Wine at Edinburgh Uncorked
May 31, Assembly Rooms Raise a glass to discovery at Edinburgh’s only independent spring wine fair – Edinburgh Uncorked – returning to...

Sharon Wilson
May 92 min read
41


Mara’s Picklery in Marchmont, Edinburgh – best spot for fermented food and seasonal dishes
A small eatery located in Marchmont Tucked away in the heart of Marchmont, Mara’s Picklery  is a small but vibrant eatery that deserves...

Vivian Maeda
May 82 min read
72


Feast like a Victorian @ The Dunstane by the Social Bitches
The Roseate Indulging in the gorgeous, marvelously Victorian decor, and of course a rather cheeky bottle of Moet & Chandon rosé, it has...

The Social Bitches
May 62 min read
88


Green Mountains - a book launch at Toppings Bookshop
Green Mountains follows Black Sea and Red Sands As May blossoms I reflect on my two outstanding cultural events of the year so far. I...

Sharon Wilson
May 53 min read
52


Exciting Highlights of Aberdeen Cocktail Week 2025 You Can't Miss This May
Costa Nord from the team at Amarone Cocktail lovers are in for a treat this May as Aberdeen Cocktail Week gets a spring makeover....

Bite
May 23 min read
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Celebrating a decade of community at Leith Walk Police Box
The Police Box is just past Croall Place on Leith Walk, halfway down. It's a good news story for a local Edinburgh business , Â Leith...

Sharon Wilson
May 11 min read
43


Number One Restaurant announces exclusive wine dinner with world-renowned Maison Trimbach
(Left to right, Emma Hemy, Restaurant Manager and Chef de Cuisine Mathew Sherry) Â On Monday, 16th June , Chef de Cuisine Mathew Sherry...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 292 min read
64


Easter, naturally, at East Pier, Fife & Spry , Edinburgh
East Pier Another escape to the East Neuk, where, on Saturday, we made a significant dent in the wine cellars of The Peat Inn to...
Elizabeth Bowman
Apr 253 min read
84


Discover £5 Signature Cocktails at Somewhere by Nico cocktail fest
The cocktail festival runs from Friday, May 2nd - Sunday, May 11 Somewhere by Nico launches its first-ever Cocktail Festival , for...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 252 min read
41


Great Grog Spring Wine Fair - 16th May
Friday 16th May, Greyfriars Charteris Centre, 138-140 Pleasance, Edinburgh Two sessions, 2.30 - 5.00 or 6 - 8.30 100+ wines to taste....

Bite
Apr 251 min read
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João's Place
J oão’s Place is a speakeasy-style bar on the 11th floor of W Edinburgh, inspired by the vibrant Liberdade neighbourhood in São Paulo,...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 242 min read
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World Famous Mussel & Steak Bar celebrates birthday with 2005 pricing
Marshall Milne Following our report on The Mussel and Steak Bar 's birthday celebrations, we have received further news that this...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 222 min read
92


Cuvée: Glasgow's Exciting New Champagne Bar in the West End
There will be a range of Champagne, crémants, by the bottle and by the glass Cuvée , a new Champagne, wine and cheese bar, is set to open...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 213 min read
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Discovering the best dishes at The Mussel & Steak Bar
The Grassmarket What comes to mind when you think of the Grassmarket? Groups on a walking tour, maybe – or perhaps it’s the pubs and...

Kirsty Wilkins
Apr 212 min read
51


Celebrating 25 Years of Haddington Farmers' Market at the heart of the community
On 26th April, Haddington Farmers’ Market marks a quarter-century of supplying fresh, locally sourced produce to the people of...

Bite
Apr 203 min read
41


Experience culinary heights at SushiSamba
Doughnuts, dulce de leche, berry coulis, citron ice cream SushiSamba opened its Dubai location in November 2021 on the 51st floor of the...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 192 min read
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Fhior to close
Broughton Street Fhior , Edinburgh’s multi-award winning restaurant from chef patron Scott Smith will run its closing dinner service on 1...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 183 min read
154


The Puffin, North Berwick - a seaside gem
Sea Bream The Puffin is a charming bistro run by Kristian and Megan Campbell, located on the High Street in the picturesque town of...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 162 min read
207


Dine - where the season is served on the plate.
Ginger Panna Cotta with Rhubarb I have always enjoyed independent restaurants, distinct from street food trucks, chain restaurants,...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 143 min read
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L’ escargot bleu wine bar: quiz night fun
Real fire Nestled in the basement below the French restaurant L’ escargot bleu on Broughton Street, chef-patron Fred Berkmiller has...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 112 min read
126


Luxford’s tasty burgers hit the spot
Brandon Terrace Sometimes you really can’t beat a good burger. Soft bun, juicy meat, sauce and cheese oozing. It’s the classic fast food...

Diana Spencer
Apr 112 min read
65


The trick is to keep eating! Review of the newly re-opened Ox and Finch by Cate Devine.
Craig Nelson Considering the range and complexity of flavour and technique in every dish, prices at the newly reopened Ox and Finch in...

Cate Devine
Apr 103 min read
227


Stop the (Gastronomic) World, Scotland Wants to Get On
Birch botanical vodka The Roco Bros, renowned chefs and restaurateurs, once commented to Rupert, co-founder of Buck & Birch , that...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 42 min read
93


Razzo Pizza Napoletana at Edinburgh Street FoodÂ
Recently launched at the Edinburgh Street Food market Edinburgh Street Food has made its mark on the city’s hospitality landscape. I have...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 22 min read
60


Leith restaurant campaign is a ‘Shore’ thing for Edinburgh’s waterfront
Championing The Shore Some of the biggest names in Scottish hospitality have come together for the first time to showcase Edinburgh’s...

Sharon Wilson
Apr 23 min read
197


Campbeltown Malts Festival celebrates the Victorian Whisky Capital of the World
2025 Festival Edition Perhaps a somewhat overlooked corner of Scotland’s west coast, the rather unfortunately shaped Kintyre Peninsula...

Diana Spencer
Apr 22 min read
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Eve: self-described pasta paradise
Charcuterie waiting to be served Among the late-night taverns and odd youth hostel of Cowgate is the Italian restaurant Eve . Named after...

Kirsty Wilkins
Mar 312 min read
101


Muna's - Ethiopian cuisine
Edinburgh boasts a vibrant culinary scene, with restaurants and cafés bringing diverse traditions to the city. For foodies like me, it’s...

Eleonora Vanello
Mar 292 min read
137


THE GLENALLACHIE CROWNED WORLD’S BEST SINGLE MALT TWICE IN QUICK SUCCESSION
Prestigious World Whiskies Awards handed out its top accolade to the brand’s 12-year-old single malt  World's Best Single Malt Leading...

Sharon Wilson
Mar 282 min read
28


Whisky Chat from the Tipsy Midgie - Spring 2025
Spring is here, and that means it's time for my favourite whisky festivals, like the Spirit of Speyside! Since its launch in 1999, it has...

Colin Hinds
Mar 282 min read
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An illicit night of indulgence at Heads & Tales
Heads & Tales staff dressed for the Prohibition theme This week, Heads & Tales bar and Kyloe restaurant hosted their first Subterranean...

Diana Spencer
Mar 283 min read
108


Pie-oneers battle it out for record-breaking pie-off at 25th annual World Championship Scotch Pie Awards
530 pies compete for crowning glory – biggest turnout in awards’ history A record-breaking number of entries for the 25th annual World...

Sharon Wilson
Mar 273 min read
39


Valaria - review by Cate Devine
Byres Road When it first opened in 2023, patisserie Valaria in Glasgow’s foodie-forward Byres Road made its mark with its...

Cate Devine
Mar 262 min read
60


Tea sommelier offers a perfect blend for Fingal's afternoon tea
Judit Toomey-Kovacs Fingal’s Restaurant Manager, Judit Toomey-Kovacs, has sailed into her new role as Luxury floating hotel, Fingal's...

Sharon Wilson
Mar 223 min read
48


In The Green Room: Thistle hit the spot!
William Street Giles Cooke & Paddy Gilhooley While enjoying our meal at Edinburgh wine bar, The Green Room , we spot an upcoming...
Elizabeth Bowman
Mar 212 min read
109


The Green Room -
Azim and Ghislain A glass of Champagne is always a delightful way to start an evening, setting a Gallic tone when we visit  The Green...

Sharon Wilson
Mar 202 min read
159


Razzo Pizza Napoletana Opens at Edinburgh Street Food
The lastest edition to the line up at Edinburgh Street Food Edinburgh Street Food (ESF) is excited to welcome Razzo Pizza Napoletana,...

Sharon Wilson
Mar 182 min read
105


Locanda De Gusti by Anne Pia
Dalry Road Edinburgh’s Haymarket is in metamorphosis ... expanding, re-generating, fashioning a new identity. Once a somewhat...

Anne Pia
Mar 183 min read
169


UK’s first Black Pudding Championship proves tasty honour for Arbroath butcher
D H Robertson bags top Black Pudding award  A Scottish butcher who dusted off a pre-war recipe to make it battle-ready has been crowned...

Sharon Wilson
Mar 174 min read
68


Civerinos earns a place on Time Out’s list of best pizzas in the world
Stockbridge Do you take your pizza seriously? Snap! When Bite heard the news that you can taste one of the best pizzas in the world right...

Sharon Wilson
Mar 172 min read
180


Exploring the Flavours of Punjab: A Culinary Journey with Dhoom Indian Streetery's 10-Course Tasting Menu
10 course menu from the Punjab in Dunfermline

Sharon Wilson
Mar 152 min read
54


How to cure a crippling hangover in just five easy courses @ Duck & Waffle by The Social Bitches
Derek and Isaac The morning after the night before, these bitches feel like absolute death. Following endless wine, cheeky cocktails, and...

The Social Bitches
Mar 112 min read
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