Home by Nico is back – here’s how to order and what’s on the menu Rosalind Erskine September 25, 2020 Food, In the News Home by Nico was launched in April during lockdown, and offering fans of the restaurant a chance to recreate dishes at home for either four or two people - and now it is back. Themes have included a world...
Scran season 2: The future of Scottish food and drink – with Mairi Gougeon MSP and James Withers Rosalind Erskine September 25, 2020 Drink, Food, In the News This week's Scran takes a look at the health of Scotland's food and drink sector - and a look back at the 2020 Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight. Joining me are guests James Withers, Scotland Food and...
Fhior wine club to host five course dinner at The Secret Herb Garden next month Rosalind Erskine September 24, 2020 Drink, Food, In the News Enjoy a few glasses of wine and a delicious meal in the magical surroundings of the Secret Herb Garden next month thanks to the first Fhior wine club dinner. Scott and Laura Smith finally saw their plans...
Aldi is bringing back their sellout Christmas hampers including a new vegan offering – here’s what’s in them Rosalind Erskine September 24, 2020 Food, In the News The seven 'fabulously festive' Aldi Christmas hampers include a luxury offering as well as a vegan hamper, plus there's also one for those that love afternoon tea. Each hamper has a festive favourite, such...
Halloween recipe: Pumpkin Chai Pie Rosalind Erskine September 24, 2020 Food, Recipes Pumpkin Chai Pie Bring the pumpkin to the boil in a large saucepan then simmer for 15mins until tender. Drain & cool. Heat oven to 180C (160C fan |gas 4). On a lightly floured surface, roll out...
Here’s how to win a year’s supply of Equi’s ice cream Rosalind Erskine September 24, 2020 Food, In the News Luxury Scottish ice cream maker Equi’s ice cream joined forces with Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight to celebrate local produce and give one lucky customer the chance to win a year’s supply of free ice...
What do the new coronavirus restrictions mean for pubs and restaurants? Rosalind Erskine September 22, 2020 Drink, Food, In the News Today, 22 September, Nicola Sturgeon announced new coronavirus restrictions including a ban on indoor household visits and a curfew for pubs and restaurants. These measures are to try and stop coronavirus...
80% Glaschu, Glasgow, restaurant review Gaby Soutar September 22, 2020 Restaurant Review What to wear on my first train trip to Glasgow for five months? There’s a little silky floral number, the Scandi minimal grey linen piece, or the workaday blue one. It’s...
Edinburgh brasserie Otro to close permanently Rosalind Erskine September 21, 2020 Food, In the News Otro, a popular brasserie located in the west end of the city, has announced that it will close for good. Situated in a traditional Georgian building on Edinburgh’s prestigious Coates Crescent, Otro...
You can buy a 4.5 litre tub of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream for £5 – here’s where Scotsman Food and Drink Staff September 21, 2020 Food, In the News Feel like you’ve never got enough ice cream in the house? Well B&M may have a solution to that problem, as the retailer is selling a giant Ben and Jerry’s tub in stores. A 4.5 litre of peanut cup...
