Edinburgh Travel Guide
Tasting Whisky in Edinburgh
We have a confession: we are not whisky drinkers. But as malt whisky is Scotland’s national drink, in keeping with our mission of immersing ourselves in the culture of the places we visit, tasting whisky ...
Weekend Oats: Savouring Porridge in Scotland
There’s no dish that reminds me more of my childhood than porridge. This humble and much-maligned breakfast of oats, soaked and cooked in milk or water, was a winter favourite for my family growing up ...
Lunch in The Kitchin with Tom Kitchin: From Nature to Plate
When we asked for suggestions as to who would be the best chef in Edinburgh to talk to about new Scottish cuisine and local produce one name kept popping up – Tom Kitchin. Tom runs his Michelin-starred restaurant, ...
Cullen Skink, Venison loin, Scottish Dinner Party
When I put out a call on Twitter for ideas as to what I should make in Edinburgh for my series The Dish, about the quintessential dishes of the places we visit, Scottish chef Gary Robinson (former ...
Local Produce: Edinburgh Farmer’s Market & Specialty Shops
We must admit that we were pretty spoilt for good local produce to cook on our stay-at-home nights in Stockbridge, Edinburgh. When we checked into our elegant apartment the owner told us there were a ...
Sustainable Shopping: Guide to Stockbridge Charity Stores Edinburgh
The first time we strolled down Stockbridge’s high street, we couldn’t help but notice the abundance of charity shops. There are literally dozens of the things. Here's our guide to Stockbridge charity stores. And these are ...