It’s amazing the effect that word of mouth can have on your decision making, I was having coffee earlier this year with Gaby Soutar and asked where she thought would be a good venue to bring together family for a wee celebratory dinner. I wanted to make sure the final…
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?
As soon as I arrived at Foundry 39, I felt at ease amongst the familiar on-trend fittings – wood, brick, steel, light bulb filaments – and the large menu of modern pub grub favourites, many of which caught my eye. The Black & Gold burger with black pudding, double cheese…
Badger & Co is a lovely spot. The decor is soft leather and exposed bulbs; tall windows let light gush in. It’s bright, cheerful and well-attended with young couples catching up or soothing sore heads when pal Gemma and I stop by on a Saturday morning. We settle in with…
Like most experiences in my life, I approach new dining opportunities with a healthy dose of cynicism. Belted Burgers was no exception. Another burger place! How different can it be?
Entering No. 11 Brunswick Street, you realise the restaurant’s basic name belies something much more. It has a smart, modern interior, with dark grey hues and plush velvety chairs creating cool vibes, whilst the friendly staff provide warmth.
My idea of heaven is a day off and a lovely long leisurely lunch. As it is summertime (whatever the weather outside), my advice is to book lunch at Castle Terrace Restaurant today. I love this restaurant for so many reasons. It is one I return to again and again. The…
Norn is the name of an ancient Scottish language or rather a form of Norse once spoken in Orkney and Shetland. It is also the singular for one of the Norse fates, the norns, three women who sit at the roots of the Ygdrasil the world tree spinning, measuring and…
I’m by no means a curry expert. When making one, I’ll throw in any combination of spices. Or on Sunday night, we’ll order takeout and eat it shamelessly on the sofa. So whilst we view Indian food as a treat, I don’t associate it with fine dining, nor is my…
Harajuku kitchen has just received a coveted AA rosette for Culinary Excellence. For those with long memories, the premises were once Scot’s Deli where we went on a regular basis. Today, it is a bright, attractive restaurant dedicated to authentic Japanese cuisine. We visited Japan a few years ago and…
