Mono Mono’s stated aim is progressive Italian dining. If it sounds like a bland political manifesto from the last election, the reality is anything but. The restaurant is a partnership between talented chef Maciek Zielinski and Italian restauranteur, Joseph Crolla. The result is Italian food but not as we know it. The location is the…
Isle of Skye Distillers in Portree has launched the first vodka to be produced on the Isle of Skye. Misty Isle Vodka is the newest member of the premium spirit family from Isle of Skye Distillers, and the first vodka to be distilled on the island. Triple-distilled in small batches at 40% ABV, Misty Isle…
Daffy’s Gin Den at the Royal Mile Launch Date: 7th December 2018. Daffy’s Gin Den opens off Historic Royal Mile In Edinburgh City Centre Daffy’s Gin opens the doors on December 7th to their first permanent, Daffy’s branded gin bar at the Old Tolbooth Market on the Royal Mile. The Daffy’s Gin Den will be…
Treat yourself to a festive afternoon tea in the sumptuous surrounds of the Blair Castle Ballroom this festive season and enjoy a gin cocktail tailored to your palate. The historic venue will open its doors to the public on Sunday 9 and Sunday 16 December, with afternoon tea, served between 2.30 and 4 pm. Partnering…
Chef-Patron of Six by Nico and 111 by Nico, both in Glasgow, Nico Simeone, will open a new gastropub on Great Western Road in the cities vibrant West End. ‘Public House by Nico’ is set to become one of the most charmingly old-fashioned spots for a real ale, a deep-filled pie or a Sunday roast…
Multi-award winning brasserie launch festive menus for less With Christmas fast approaching, multi-award winning luxury brasserie Dine has launched its new festive menus, designed by acclaimed Michelin-starred chef Stuart Muir. Perfect for joyful reunions with family and friends to festivities with colleagues, the innovative menus of locally sourced festive fayre extend far beyond the traditional…
Connage Highland Dairy has emerged triumphant after picking up another gold accolade for one of their cheeses at an international industry awards. The Connage Dunlop was awarded gold at the World Cheese Awards on the 2nd of November. The Guild of Fine Foods’ World Cheese Awards this year took place in Bergen, Norway, with 3,472…
Dinner at La P’tite Folie A sparkling mock Tudor building in Randolph Place, in Edinburgh’s West End, is home to Le Di-Vin winebar and La P’tite Folie restaurant. We visited the wine bar last year to sample their sharing platters and wines by the glass and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. We were keen to go…
Emma at Glenegedale House in Islay makes this delicious whisky cake to welcome guests to their 5 Star Gold Guest House. Sitting beside a roaring peat fire, guests can enjoy tea and cake while taking in the views of Laggan Bay and westwards to the Irish coast Laphroaig is Emma’s Malt Whisky of choice but you…
Off to Aberdeenshire for the weekend. You forget that Aberdeenshire is less than two hours away from the central belt. With dual carriageway most of the way it makes this stunning area an easy drive away. While Aberdeen is best known for its oil industry, Aberdeenshire is also home to some of the most…