AmyB

About Edinburgh Foody AmyB

I established my career in marketing by eating and drinking my way around Edinburgh, for both personal and professional reasons. I have an encyclopaedic knowledge of Edinburgh's dining options, achieved through an unrivalled dedication to consuming everything the city has to offer.

Here are my most recent posts

Afternoon Tea at Roman Camp Hotel, Callendar

AmyB December 6, 2019 December 2, 2019

Whilst Callendar is further afield than the location of most of our reviews, it’s well worth a visit. The lovely wee town, known to foodies for the marvellous Mhor Tearoom and Mhor Fish restaurant, is around an hour from Edinburgh by car. It’s also a great place for gift shopping,…

Say yes to Noto

AmyB October 11, 2019 October 12, 2019

There was plenty of hype around Aizle-offshoot Noto when it opened in August. As a long time fan of Stuart Ralston’s first venture, I was excited to visit.

Holyrood Distillery: a city centre experience with spirit

AmyB July 30, 2019 August 3, 2019

Holyrood Distillery: a sensory experience

Nestled amongst Newington’s residential buildings at the edge of Holyrood park, Holyrood Distillery is an homage to flavour that brings the magic of distilling right into the city.

Voujon: An Indian Dining Stalwart

AmyB May 14, 2019 August 4, 2019

Looking back through the EdinburghFoody archives, Voujon is a restaurant that has stood the test of time. First Caroline went in 2013, then Kerry in 2016. So, here in 2019, it was certainly my turn. And luckily for you, we’ve all eaten something different over the years!

Ladies in Beer at Salt Horse

AmyB March 20, 2019 March 26, 2019

With the third iteration of Edinburgh Craft Beer Festival on the horizon (24th and 25th May), organisers We Are Beer wanted to do something a bit different to show an often underrepresented segment of brewing fans what to expect.

Sunday Lunch at The Sheep Heid, Duddingston

AmyB March 8, 2019 March 3, 2019

Box-baked camembert, chutney and dough sticks

I was looking forward to trying a re-launched offering at The Sheep Heid. When I last went a few years ago, the menu was a reflection of new corporate owners, Johnny Walker. Although the charming jumbled antiquities and dark wood furnishings remained, the food and drink felt soulless. This time,…

Yamato: “Yes Please” Japanese

AmyB January 25, 2019 January 23, 2019

From the first page of the menu I felt a wave of delight. There was chawanmushi, and there was dobinmushi; two of my favourite dishes, so rarely found in the UK. Their presence immediately signalled a flair of authenticity.

Bagri, Sofia: a Taste of Bulgaria

AmyB January 18, 2019 January 13, 2019

With no particular reason to visit Bulgaria, Dad and I found snowy Sofia made for a charming weekend break. Even right in the city centre, it’s rich in history. Dotted amongst the post-Soviet apartment blocks, you’ll find Roman ruins in your local subway station, or a tiny medieval church below…

Konkana: The Joys of Indian Seafood

AmyB November 27, 2018 November 27, 2018

In short, you should go to Konkana. Spoiler alert; the quality of the food is well above your average Indian experience, yet casual enough to avoid being dubbed ‘fine dining.’ Reasonably priced meals with a focus on seafood, accompanied by an excellent wine list, make for a delectable evening of…

Differences and Discoveries: Eating in Japan

AmyB November 16, 2018 November 11, 2018

These days the Japanese are as familiar with pizza as we are with sushi. But at its core, the Japanese approach to consuming food is entirely different to ours; from preparation to presentation, ingredients to utensils – even how you order and pay. And if you’re ready to embrace it,…