Rhubarb the restaurant is at Prestonfield. This magnificient historic mansion has been creatively and sensitively restored to its former glory as a stunning mix of opulence and grandeur – the most glamorous hotel in town!  Set in grounds with peacocks and highland cattle the whole experience is unforgettable – it is also on record for growing Scotland’s first rhubarb, until then Read more...

Edinburgh’s original Italian Food and Wine Emporium, established in 1934 – World class Italian – no food guide worth its sea salt should be without it! This amazing store of predominantly Italian gourmet food is a wonderful journey for all the senses. Look upwards and you will see giant risotto pans alongside hams. Inhale wonderful cheeses and freshly baked breads. Read more...

Lavishly unique and steeped in history. Right next to Edinburgh castle and elegantly styled it is always a gastronomic delight to dine here. Now over 30 years young, this was James Thomson’s first restaurant venture in Edinburgh and still winning accolades today. Now also with incredible residential suites above, within this amazing magical Edinburgh site. photo credits: Witchery Read more...

This beautiful café has terrific views over the Forth and is a pleasant short drive from the city centre. They serve hot dish of the day, light dishes, salads, terrines, soups and home baking. Great supporters of local and home-grown produce and a super place to eat. 2009 Winners of the Glenfiddich Spirit of Scotland Award for Food, the Sinclair Read more...

Congratulations on winning Thistle Regional Award for Best Hotel Experience (November 2019)…and going on to be The Winner Best Hotel Experience 2020. A pair of romantic luxury boutique hotels ideally located on the approach to Edinburgh city centre 5 minutes walk from Haymarket Station at the desirable residences of Wester Coates. The rooms are beautifully designed in a range of Read more...

Independent café bistro near the shore in Leith now incorporating a super deli.  Inspired by the Slow Food Movement to enjoy the passion of preparing and serving local produce sustainably grown and ethically sourced, they believe the best food is simple, to be shared with friends and using the best ingredients. Menus frequently change to reflect producers and seasons, always Read more...

Tucked away snugly down a back lane in the New Town off Hanover Street, this stylish French inspired bistro is oozing atmosphere, locally sourced produce and a certain je ne sais quoi. Thistle Award Winners for Lothian & Borders 2018/19 Café St Honore for Caledonian MacBrayne Best Eating Experience Member of Slow Food Chefs’ Alliance, Neil Forbes, deservedly voted Chef of Read more...

Cannonball House is one of the city’s oldest and most important buildings with stunning views to Edinburgh Castle. Their cosy bar lists over 120 Scotch whiskies and is open for lunch, cocktails and pre dinner drinks. From the bar they will escort you up the atmospheric old school staircase to their award-winning Scottish Restaurant, serving delicious, seasonal quality dishes in Read more...

This West End wine bar has been on the go for over 30 years and is a vibrant and popular meeting place. Indeed it is quite an institution – loved by its regulars and a glimpse of real Edinburgh for the passing tourist! A valued haunt for locals, for refreshments en route home, or for more leisurely dining, evening or Read more...

photo Albie Clark Winner 2019/20 Slow Food Scotland Best Deli Eleanor has created a sustainable eatery at The Edinburgh Larder in the heart of the Old Town,  on Blackfriars Street, with takeaway option Larder Go both based strongly on Slow Food principles. They also hold foodie events including Slow Food film nights and events. Their style is informal and the food excellent. Popular with all Read more...

The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant is situated at the gardens entrance of the Scottish National Gallery on the Mound with iconic views to Princes Street Gardens.  Open for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea, this is the perfect venue to have a taste of Scotland through our 70 artisan Scottish suppliers. They take great care to showcase these stunning flavours simply, Read more...

This bistro has the delightful tagline ‘French Twist Using The Best of Scotland’ and it truly does. This delightful bistro is French in style yet proud of their use of Scottish produce. Meats, usually named by breed, are often slow cooked for full flavour; fish and shellfish are skilfully cooked with a lightness of touch. Also now offering their superbly Read more...

A vibrant, buzzy, award winning Italian family run restaurant in one of Edinburgh’s most beautiful rooms. This former banking hall is modelled on a Florentine Palazzo and delivers everything you want from a fabulous, authentic contemporary Italian restaurant.  They source produce direct from the markets in Italy and change the menus every 6 weeks with the seasons. Homemade pasta is Read more...