On an otherwise gloomy Thursday, a jolly coach trip out to Winton Castle in Pencaitland, East Lothian made for an excellent evening.
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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…
The Stockbridge Restaurant Revisited
Unlike Caroline, I’d always been a little wary of The Stockbridge Restaurant. To me, dark walls, heavy curtains and white table clothes were more old fashioned than inviting. But what better reason to try a place than to prove yourself wrong?
A Pate Party: Castle MacLellan
I was intrigued by Castle MacLellan’s suggestion of hosting a Pate Party, in order to sample their pate range in the company of friends. Always a fan of alliteration, I was quickly persuaded to give their pates a try. For our Pate Party, we got together on bonfire night (sorry…
Hamilton’s Winter Serves
Stockbridge stalwart Hamilton’s have created 7 bespoke winter cocktails to accompany their Christmas menu, and I was delighted to have the opportunity to try them.