Canadian | Bite Magazine

Canada has a way of sneaking up on you. Whether you’re a homesick expat, a maple‑curious local, or simply someone who believes cheese curds deserve diplomatic protection, this section gathers the best of Canada’s food, drink and culture across Scotland. From poutine done properly to diners that feel like a hug from home, we explore the places, people and flavours that bring a little True North spirit to this side of the Atlantic.

Down the Hatch - a taste of Canada without the flight!

I moved to Scotland from Canada so long ago that homesickness is a bit of a dull ache I rarely notice: until I walk into Down the Hatch. It’s hard to define what makes a burger place Canadian, but I know it when I find it. Walls are decorated with hockey jerseys, Canadian stickers, flags and ice skates. The big screen is showing Hockey Night in Canada. An older couple at the adjacent table was visiting from the south of England. She hadn’t been “home” in 10 years and was em

Rachel Edwards

6 hours ago2 min read

Down the Hatch - a taste of Canada without the flight!

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