Aberdeenshire family farm celebrate rise in sales thanks to customers shopping local at fresh produce vending machines Rosalind Erskine February 3, 2021 Food, In the News Thorneybank Farm Shop near Inverurie, which made headlines in 2017 after being the first shop in the UK to install digital vending machines selling fresh produce, has revealed that the no-contact technology...
The Bay Fish and Chips wins sustainability award at this year’s Cateys Rosalind Erskine November 26, 2020 Food, In the News Stonehaven chippy The Bay Fish and Chips, has netted yet another award for its commitment to sustainability at this year's Cateys awards. The Bay Fish and Chips beat three other businesses to take home the...
The Haven community larder in Aberdeenshire launches crowdfunding campaign to stay open – here’s how to help Rosalind Erskine November 10, 2020 Food, In the News The Haven, a not-for-profit wellbeing space and community larder in Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise £22,000 this month, to allow it to stay open. The Haven...
Scran season 2: A culinary tour of North East Scotland Rosalind Erskine September 4, 2020 Drink, Food, In the News This episode of Scran is brought to you in partnership with Scotland Food and Drink and today marks the launch of the Scottish Food and Drink fortnight from the 5th - 20th September. Scran will take a...
Meldrum House Hotel adds third igloo style dome to outdoor dining options Rosalind Erskine September 2, 2020 Food, In the News The two domes, which launched when Meldrum House reopened on 15 July, received over 1,000 bookings for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner - a success which has led to the team at the country hotel and golf course...
Mackie’s of Scotland to giveaway a lifetime supply of ice cream Rosalind Erskine August 31, 2020 Food, In the News Mackie's, who are known for their ice cream, chocolate and crisps, are set to give one lucky fan a lifetime supply of ice cream. The prize, which works out at two litre tubs of ice cream, every month for...
Meldrum House hotel launches igloo style domes for dining under the stars – here’s when they’ll open Rosalind Erskine July 15, 2020 Food, In the News Meldrum House hotel is no different, as it is taking advantage of its grounds to launch a range of different sized domes for guests to enjoy meals and drinks while staying socially distanced from others. What...
‘I gave up a council job to become a Highland cow herder’ – Grace Noble on the lure of Aberdeenshire farming Rosalind Erskine March 6, 2020 Producers As famous a symbol of Scotland as haggis and whisky, the Highland cow is a much-loved beast. This iconic status, coupled with a growing desire to know more about our food provenance, is what makes a trip to...
Popular Aberdeenshire hotel launches month of whisky events Rosalind Erskine March 2, 2020 Drink The hotel is set to celebrate our national spirit with a range of whisky events - from talks and tasting sessions to paired dinners at the hotel's Fog House and Flying Stag bar. Running from the 4 till 28...
8 of the best food and drink spots to visit in Aberdeenshire Rosalind Erskine January 8, 2020 Drink, Food With excellent produce and a thriving food and drink scene, we take a look at some of the best places to visit in Aberdeenshire. From afternoon tea in a historic location to award-winning Cullen skink in...
