Brooklyn loft-style space It’s June 2025, and the sun is splitting the sky Iberian style as we approach midsummer—and the first successful year of The Spanish Butcher   in Edinburgh. This celebrated restaurant has quickly become known for its signature offering: Galician Blonde, or Rubia Gallega , beef. James and Louise Rusk Patrons James and Louise Rusk have helped bring this exceptional breed into the spotlight. Inspired by culinary trailblazers like Nemanja Borjanović ( Ib

Marshall Milne Following our report on The Mussel and Steak Bar 's birthday celebrations, we have received further news that this Grassmarket restaurant is rolling back the years and their prices! Since 2005, the restaurant has been a must-visit dining destination for many. Owner Marshall Milne was inspired by the quality of Scottish produce when he opened the restaurant, and works closely with a network of Scottish farmers and fishermen. To celebrate its 20th birthday, Th

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 bars, leading into Cowgate. Tourists? Definitely! I’ve passed the Mussel & Steak Bar on the corner of West Bow numerous times, heading out to meet friends or simply walking around the city. Honestly, I’ve not given it much consideration, mainly because of the touristy feel to the area. And while they get their fair share of visitors crossing t

Derek and Isaac aka The Social Bitches With a third glass of Crémant de Loire in hand, and a lush stack of braised ox cheek croquettes - plus a café de Paris sauce - fast disappearing, we’re thrilled to be back at Kyloe . Its sumptuous, yet playful decor, touches of carnivorous theatre, and of course legendary Angus beef is a party these Bitches find impossible to resist. Our first visit was an unbelievable fourteen years ago, and since then we’ve indulged in intimate dinners

Rubia Gallega RUSK & RUSK, the independent Scottish restaurant group, responsible for The Spanish Butcher opens at 58A North Castle...

The Social Bitches looking fabulous despite the hangover Eyes like pinholes and praying for death, the Social Bitches are suffering a typical Sunday hangover. But saving us from this insidious beast: the promise of Black Angus beef, live jazz, and even more to drink. Which is how we’re now fabulously dressed, and perusing the cocktail menu of super stylish Le Petit Beefbar . In desperate need of hydration, we soon have a Rosemary Mimosa in hand and a cheeky Riesling en route.

Popular Brazilian Steakhouse brand RIO is venturing north for the first time, announcing it will open its first venue in Scotland in the...