Choose Daffy’s on the Terrace for a calm gin-sipping spot. This great wee Fringe pop-up provides a boozy hideaway, just a stone’s throw from the action of the Royal Mile.
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Cater at Old Town Chambers: A Gourmet Getaway
At the start of July, The Old Town Chambers established a partnership with Scotland’s leading private caterer, Barry Bryson. The Chambers now offer their guests the luxury of an exclusive chef, with Bryson providing cocktail parties or cookery masterclasses from the comfort of your own room. Or, as we discovered,…
Graham’s Dairy Milk Tasting
Dairy experts Graham’s certainly know how to capture the imagination. Continue reading
A Winning Night at Winton Castle
On an otherwise gloomy Thursday, a jolly coach trip out to Winton Castle in Pencaitland, East Lothian made for an excellent evening.
Beer with a Cause: Brewgooder Clean Water Lager
I first tasted Brewgooder on World Water Day (March 22nd). I was sent some pretty orange cans to review, and also sampled this socially-minded craft tipple on draft.
Beyond Katsu: Exploring Wagamama’s Menu
If you’re anything like me and millions of Wagamama fans, you always order the same thing at Britain’s favourite Asian chain. Chicken katsu curry.
Sodexo: A Taste of Corporate Hospitality
I was delighted to be invited to discover the catering capabilities of the Sodexo team, as part of a corporate hospitality demonstration at the Edinburgh New Town Cookery School. We enjoyed 7 courses, each prepared with a smile and finesse, and expertly matched with top quality wines.
Solid Liquids Gin Cruise
I was delighted to attend Solid Liquids’ first event of 2017, joining a group of gin lovers aboard the very purple Lochrin Belle canal boat. We spent two hours cruising the Union Canal, starting down from Akva in Fountainbridge.
Macsween Sausages: Making of a New Classic
Already a fan of Macsween’s haggis and veggie haggis, I was intrigued to try their new sausages. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I secretly hoped for haggis in a sausage shape…
The Wee Restaurant: a first look at their wine dinners
Back in November, I made a long overdue visit to The Wee Restaurant’s Edinburgh outpost. It’s a bright space; cosy but not claustrophobic. We were delighted to be invited along to one of their special 4 course wine dinners (£50pp). Hosted with L’Art Du Vin, the evening was an opportunity…