Edinburgh

This wonderful micro-bakery is based in Trinity, Edinburgh where Tara makes all her breads in her registered kitchen to order, delivering locally in EH5 and Trinity area so do get in touch to arrange deliveries. No retail outlet hence no precise address published so please contact by sending message via Scottish Food Guide or her Instagram link below. Tara uses Read more...

The quality of produce and its provenance is at the heart of everything  you experience here at Fhior, Scott & Laura Smith’s wonderful dining venue on Broughton Street. Fhior is an adaptation of the word for ‘true’ in Gaelic. Scott’s culinary style is honest and skilled as he seeks out and sources the best Scotland has to offer. Scott goes Read more...

HENDERSONS, Eat Better Live Better VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT  In 1962, Barrie’s grandparents Janet and Mac Henderson first opened the Hendersons Shop on Hanover Street in 1962, with the basement restaurant opening in 1963. The restaurant is now run by the third generation, namely Barrie Henderson who worked with his family at the old restaurant that closed in 2020 during the pandemic. Read more...

Winner of a Great Taste Award, East Coast Cured is real charcuterie, as it should be – locally sourced and high welfare produce expertly handled using as much of the meat as possible, showing great respect for the produce. Their salamis, bresaolas, pancetta and whole cuts from belly to back are fast becoming the must-have on charcuterie platters, using a Read more...

Learning to take control of your own website! When it was time to re-do the Scottish Food Guide website I didn’t just want a great looking website, I wanted to be in control and learn how to manage the pages. Reservoir Digital specialise in making websites for the food and drink industry and really understand the needs of independent business Read more...

Discover Scotland through Learning about its Beer – a wonderful innovative company offering tours based in and around Glasgow and Edinburgh: Walking Tours, Brewery Tours and Tastings. They will also welcome enquiries for bespoke tours across Scotland so click on their website for further details and to view the super testimonials from those who have traveled the way with ScotBeer Read more...

Holder of the coveted World’s French Restaurant Award. The World’s French Restaurant 2024 took place in Nancy, highlighting French gastronomy and its values worldwide. The Class of 2024 of WFR labeled includes 3 leaders: one in USA, one on Ivory Coast and Frédéric Berkmiller, in Edinburgh (Scotland). Many congratulations Fred. This bistro has the delightful tagline ‘French Twist Using The Read more...

Among its many superlatives it is known as “The ultimate romantic bolthole.” The Witchery is lavishly unique and steeped in history. Right next door to Edinburgh Castle and elegantly theatrically styled, it is always a gastronomic delight to dine here. Over the last 44 years, The Witchery has received some of the most prestigious awards in hospitality in recognition of 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! They make a point of sourcing seafood landed from small local boats, and their home made fishcakes 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! Slow Food Scotland Deli of the Year 2021 & 2022. This amazing store of predominantly Italian gourmet food is a wonderful journey for all the senses. Look upwards and you will see giant risotto Read more...