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Scotland has a delicious range of heritage apples on the Ark of Taste. They vary in flavour, colour and texture and are rarely on sale but are available as root stock to grow, as an increasing number of enthusiasts are doing. Each apple link takes you to Slow Food International website for full info on each one.  Our different varietals are Read more...

“MEADOWS: The Swedish Farmer & The Scottish Cook” by Bosse Dahlgren & Wendy Barrie. ORDER here online @ £30 (includ. UK p&p) or buy from selected outlets listed below. “Within the covers of this accessible and beautifully illustrated work lies a wealth of knowledge and experience around food production and cooking gained over two working life times. Definitely an enviable Read more...

Do you know your semlor from your smörgåstårtor? Experience cosy hygge at Scottish Food Studio with Scandi cooking on a Nordic wood stove. Interactive Cookery Demonstration followed by a leisurely lunch before heading home with goodie bag of bakes, recipes and inspiration. The ethos of hygge will be integral to the day in our Nordic inspired studio with many foods Read more...

Immerse yourself in a wonderful experience by the sea at Scottish Food Studio with the complex character of cheeses for an extended morning of learning and savouring with  Scottish Cheese Trail & Slow Food Cooks Alliance, Wendy Barrie. Book online here. So many cheeses under one roof to amaze you with tales & tastes!  Gain a unique knowledge, taste the Read more...

Musselburgh leeks are a short variety with thick white stems. They differ from the “London leek” that have more evenly spaced leaves around the stem. Soils that are fertile, rich and well drained provide ideal growing conditions for leeks. Lowland soils have these characteristics and are, therefore, important areas. Leeks should ideally be planted outdoors in May and can be Read more...

Wendy Barrie offers the flexibility of face-to-face training to groups of staff, on your own premises, tailored to your requirements on menu sourcing, food tourism &/or food hygiene. Holding a Diploma in Advanced Food Hygiene (with Credit) from REHIS,  she can also offer refresher seminars to update your staff on due diligence, food hygiene and allergens. Read more...

Join us for a unique food experience at our architect-designed seaside studio in Fife. We offer courses for Cheese Lovers, Hygge Scandi Baking, Heritage Foods & Scottish Food Culture and more. We recommend booking as groups of 4 however get in touch if you seek an alternative and we can tailor groups and topics to your requirements. Sometimes we are Read more...