RESTAURANT REVIEW: Dessert heaven at Highland haven
Rain lashed down, pelting our roof like hailstones on concrete. The wind was no better, howling like a pack of wolves galloping through the sand dunes behind us.
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RESTAURANT REVIEW: Head to Inverness’s Mustard Seed for a great meal out
I’m suffering from a serious case of hanging-basket envy.
RESTAURANT REVIEW: Tuk into delicious Indian street food at Union Square
There is a man in Bangladesh who must wonder from time to time what became of his old rickshaw, which used to lurch around the streets of capital Dhaka to earn a crust.
Restaurant review: Food that tastes as good as it looks at Nairn’s The Clubhouse Hotel
On a recent trip from the Highlands to Aberdeen, we decided to break up the journey with a spot of lunch in Nairn.
REVIEW: This pitch-perfect restaurant adds to beauty of bay
The newly opened Uig Sands on Lewis markets itself as a restaurant with a view.
Thousands flock to Peterhead seafood festival
Fishing fans turned out in their thousands over the weekend for a major event celebrating one of Peterhead’s most valuable industries.
RESTAURANT REVIEW: The world is your oyster at Cosmo
It was the penultimate night of the school summer holidays and we decided to take the kids out for one last hurrah.
Restaurant review: Ahoy, come gather at The Captain’s Table in the Broch
In Admiral Lord Nelson’s Navy, a captain was not only judged on his fighting ability in savage sea battles of the time, but also on how good a table he kept.
REVIEW: Hearty fare at popular Highland restaurant
When the sun shines and the clouds part, nowhere on Earth comes close to matching the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands.
Restaurant review: Figment offers fine food on a platter
Figment hasn’t even been open a year yet and already won Best of Aberdeen at the Scottish Cafe Awards.
Huge crowds turn out for ninth annual Elgin Food and Drink Festival
Food and drink enthusiasts turned out in droves this weekend for Elgin’s ninth annual celebration of local produce.
REVIEW: Torrish Restaurant is fabulous addition to Highland scene
Fully paid up member of the Nosey Parker Club (NPC) that’s me.
Restaurant review: Hearty plateful in Pitlochry with a hint of Highlands
For years, each time I’ve driven along the A9 past Pitlochry, the sight of the grand Atholl Palace Hotel standing high above the town has made me utter the following sentence:
Gin joining Turriff Show for the first time
Local producers and their stories will play a key role this year and one duo in particular are looking forward to setting up temporary home in the new Turriff pavilion.
Brothers given permission to transform disused quarry into whisky tourist centre
A pair of north-east brothers have been given permission to transform a disused quarry into a whisky tourist destination.
New food and drink pavilion one of the many highlights at this year’s Turriff Show
Organisers of the north-east's biggest agricultural show are promising visitors a taste of something new this year.
Douneside House: A taste of Scotland with lovely views
Nature laid on a perfect feast for our journey from Aberdeen to Douneside House on Royal Deeside for dinner in a former country mansion.
Think courgettes are boring? Michelin star chef Michael Smith’s recipe will make you think again
July is the ideal month to get your hands on courgettes – they’re very easy to grow as they basically look after themselves.
BAAB Meze and Grill: Taste of the East on the west coast
Under blue skies I was gazing upon a seductively curved bay with small yachts bobbing in the harbour.
Aberdeen Restaurant Week promises to serve up a cosmopolitan cuisine
A popular food festival will take over the Granite City next week.
RECIPE: Try out this show-stopper from Gleneagles executive chef Richard Dalgleish
Food plays a huge role in the annual Scottish Game Fair, which takes place in the grounds of Scone Palace from July 5-7.
RESTAURANT REVIEW: Great food and an opportunity to help a good cause
We had hired a cosy cottage overlooking glorious Staffin beach with the intention of discovering some of the beautiful walks in and around Skye.
Food and drink boost with new pristine pavilion at 2019 Turriff Show
A new food and drink pavilion will be introduced at this year’s Turriff Show after £70,000 of investment.
WATCH: Michelin-star chef Michael Smith creates two easy-to-make-at-home summer recipes
Shakshouka is a traditional North African dish made with fresh eggs, tomato, onions and peppers, but it’s often associated with Middle East cuisine.
Tor-Na-Coille Hotel’s David Littlewood shares two ‘berry’ delicious puds recipes
Nothing quite says summer like fresh berries – one of my favourite ingredients for desserts.
RESTAURANT REVIEW: The Barn @ Foveran
I have a new favourite beauty spot in the north-east. I’d heard people speak very highly of Newburgh beach but despite having lived in Aberdeen for the best part of 20 years, I had never been.
Celebrity chefs shine as local firms reap the rewards at 20th Taste of Grampian
Weather forecast, start time and everything else you need to know about Taste of Grampian 2019
Taste of Grampian takes place today for the 20th time.
LIVE: Taste of Grampian returns to Thainstone
Thousands are expected to descend on Thainstone today to enjoy all the delights on offer at this year’s Taste of Grampian. Can’t make it? Follow all the action in our live blog below.
Tourism bosses hail Taste of Grampian’s ‘£40M boost’ for north-east economy
Tourism chiefs have hailed Taste of Grampian for generating more than £40 million for the north-east since it was first launched.
Taste of Grampian 2019: It’s time to treat the tastebuds
Saturday will be a red letter diary day for thousands as they make their way to the Thainstone Centre in Inverurie for the 20th annual Taste of Grampian Food and Drink Festival.
Sneak preview at what’s on offer at the Taste of Grampian Motor Show
It might be famous for food and drink, but the Taste of Grampian has more to offer petrol-heads than you might expect.