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Salted Dry Cured Ling

Shetland Isles

There is archaeological evidence that this preservation method of curing ling & cod has been going on at least since 900AD on Shetland, Orkney and Western Isles. The large well-built boats allowed them to catch great quantities from the deep

Wilson’s Farm & Kitchen

Kelso

We welcome Wilson’s Farm & Kitchen to Scottish Food Guide. (new member May 2023). This magical place offers fabulous dining in nature in the beautiful Borders countryside. Meander down a secret pathway to your own private dining experience where you

The Shop by Ballintaggart

Aberfeldy

The Shop at Ballintaggart is a pop-up that became permanent over the past two years, now providing a super range of fresh bread, vegetables, excellent homemade ready meals and wines from the ‘mother ship’ Ballintaggart and its associated The Grandtully

Birchwater, from Birken Tree

Dunkeld

This is a fascinating, refreshing and healthy thirst quencher that brings with it the essence of mountain air and clear lochs. Birchwater is an ancient drink, harvested sustainably from birch woodland and sold beautifully bottled for the table & whisky

Elchies Estate & Farm Shop

Aberlour

Set in the heart of Speyside, Campbell Cairns Farm is one of the most historic in the parish. This is malt whisky country but it is also home to rich farmland, heather hills and wonderful biodiversity. Elchies rear British Boer

Hebridean Sheep

Yetts O’Muckhart

They are direct descendants of the ancient North European short tailed sheep that came to Scotland 8 thousand years ago. Small, hardy and lively ewes rarely weighing more than 40kg. Originally from the Hebrides and now very few flocks left. Their

Walkers Shortbread Ltd

Aberlour

World famous shortbread, in every shape and size. A lovely family business with a fine taste for a good recipe. Still made to their traditional recipes in Aberlour, their distinctive packaging pops up on shelves across the globe! Always with

Cambus O May Cheese Company

Ballater

“Fine Scottish, artisanal cheese made from our own family recipes using unpasteurised milk and hand crafted using traditional methods from our creamery in the heart of Aberdeenshire. Our recipes haven’t changes in 50 years nor has the way we make

Cheesemaking Workshops at The Ethical Dairy

Gatehouse of Fleet

A full day cheesemaking event including lunch: This is a hands-on cheese making workshop where you’ll learn how to make two types of cheese in a group of no more than six people. You’ll learn a quick way to

Wilsons of Westray

Orkney

Artisan cheesemakers Jason and Nina have a small herd of pedigree Ayrshires on the stunning isle of Westray, a short ferry trip from mainland Orkney. The land is farmed traditionally, working with nature, creating top quality pasture through sowing many varieties

North Ronaldsay Sheep (Mutton)

Orkney

Scotland’s first Presidium. North Ronaldsay Mutton is highly seasonal but freezes beautifully. Look out for it, usually in March/April. It is regularly on the menu at Lynnfield Hotel on Orkney and sometimes features on the menu at l’escargot. Check out

Orkney Wine Company

Orkney

The Orkney Wine Company has the most incredible location next to the Italian Chapel on Orkney on the tiny Island of Lamb Holm – but never fear, it is linked by causeways so you don’t need another ferry to visit!

Scottish Apples on Slow Food Ark of Taste

Aberdour

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

Shetland Duck

Trondra

Unavailable for eating due to scarcity, unless you breed some yourself. Eggs are seasonally available locally on the isles. Another breed entirely thanks to the Isbisters at Burland Croft. Thanks to them the true breeding Shetland Duck is still in existence. These

Prestonfield Rhubarb

Edinburgh

Prestonfield is a private hotel with the Prestonfield Rhubarb in their walled garden where their chefs have access to it and diners enjoy it. Thanks to their enthusiasm they sometimes share if/when they can. Cuttings have already been shared with

‘Anster’ Cheese

Pittenweem

In Scotland, the old cheeses were named after the nearest town or region and Anster is the old name for Anstruther and still used by older generations to this day. Jane has revived this fine traditional farmhouse cheese at St Andrews

Fraiser of Scotland

Cockenzie

Famous as Leith Liqueur Company for their fine Scotch whisky liqueur, they have created a unique delicious smooth and distinctive liqueur of real character and depth of taste. This wild strawberry infusion, combined with background notes of vanilla, almond and

Monachyle Mhor

Lochearnhead

Memorable elevated lochside location with exceptional food and a roaring log fire. The ‘mothership’ of Mhor. Well worth seeking out. Mhor is renowned across Europe and beyond for its award-winning restaurant with chef proprietor Tom Lewis, Regional Ambassador for Central,

The Townhouse

Melrose

Just across the square from Burts and equally delightful in its own individual way, The Townhouse is also owned by the Henderson family, who have deservedly won many accolades for their fine food and hospitality. Members of the prestigious Scotch Beef

Ramsay of Carluke

Carluke

Multi award winning bacon, cooked meats, cured hams and sausages from the 5th generation of this famous family business and Rick Stein Food Hero – always outstanding produce and award winner at Scottish Food & Drink Excellence Awards. Their bacon

Mhor Bread

Callander

With Tom’s dedicated approach to local produce I suppose it was inevitable he would open a bread shop in Callander. He is using as locally sourced grains as possible, hand crafted doughs, and wonderful recipes reflecting Scotland’s great heritage for breads.

Guga

Port of Ness

Unavailable. They don’t come much more unique than the Guga, Gaelic for Gannet, harvested and prepared by a special group of 10 Ness men once a year for 2 weeks on the isle of Sùlaisgeir (Gannet Skerry), Sula being the

Valvona & Crolla Elm Row Delicatessen & VinCaffè Bar

Edinburgh

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

Native Bred Aberdeen Angus

Gordon

Dunlouise & Hardiesmill are the only two farms that currently meet Ark of Taste standards & criteria for Native Bred Aberdeen Angus. Hardiesmill in Berwickshire rear Scotch Assured pedigree Aberdeen Angus, Ethical Scotch Beef, in the traditional way, fed on grass

Demijohn

Castle Douglas

The World’s first liquid deli has newly opened at Glenlair Steading, (Aug23) near Scotland’s food town of Castle Douglas. Selling mostly British-made quirky food and drink products, Demijohn has brought its original and distinctive ecofriendly method of retail to

The Brand Family Larder

East Fortune

Jane Brand and her family are 4th generation farmers at East Fortune Farm, striving to breed the best quality outdoor reared East Lothian pork and lamb. In 2018 the family opened ‘The Brand Family Larder’ farm shop at East Fortune

Gleddoch House Hotel

Langbank

This luxury hotel with Spa and Golf Club is but minutes from Glasgow yet set amidst tranquil countryside. The Vista Restaurant has panoramic views over coast and country to the Glasgow skyline with an impressive menu to match. Supporting local

The Orkney Dairy

Sandwick

Welcome to our new member (Sept 23). I first came across this remarkable produce at Lynnfield Hotel on Orkney where they use Lara’s sensational yoghurt so I had to seek her out. Their Farm has been in the Hourie Family

Island Cheese Company

Isle of Arran

The Kinniburgh family business on Arran has a bonnie cheese shop where they sell their full range of artisan soft cheeses and flavoured blended cheddars, from Classic Island Cheddar to local variations. Their Bellevue Cheese Company, on Arran, is where

Skea Organics, The Potato House

Auchterhouse

Now also with Potatoes to Eat. Potato House has been supplying many box schemes, restaurants and catering firms across the UK for a number of years as well as local customers with Potatoes to Eat, and now everyone can buy

Reservoir Digital

Balerno

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.

East Coast Cured

Edinburgh

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

Wild Scottish Juniper

Aviemore

Found in the wild across Scotland, it thrives in drier areas where trees enjoy bright sunshine and open space. The foliage consists of needles and its fruit a blue and aromatic berry. The young shoots were also used for seasoning.

Cairn O’ Mohr Wines

Errol

Real fruit wines hand made in Perthshire. This fabulously quirky and absolutely inspired winery has been established in 1987 when founders Ron and Judith Gillies ‘first started the winery with a bottle, a book and a stick, then before they

Grandtully Hotel by Ballintaggart

Grandtully

This vibrant inn in the heart of Grandtully is the latest venture for the family at Ballintaggart. Ballintaggart has built it reputation around provenance and hospitality in their own individual way, with Feast Nights and excellent courses at their Cook

The Milk Hoose Café at Cambus O’May

Ballater

The Milk Hoose at Cambus O’May cheese celebrates everything cheesy! Toasties with a twist, using all our cheeses with different fillings creating flavours that will amaze the palate. Cambus O’May cheese with haggis was a particular favourite on St. Andrews

Lodge on Loch Lomond

Luss

Lodge on Loch Lomond is in a magical location on the “Bonnie Banks” with great food and a warm friendly welcome. You can dine in style, savour afternoon tea or a light lunch, or book acres of beautiful space for

Dulse & Pepper Dulse

Anstruther

Pepper dulse (Osmundea pinnatifida) is a red seaweed with smaller leaves than Dulse, another Ark product. It delicious raw or dried with a unique intense garlicky and truffle taste. When dried it has an umami flavor. Seaweed has been eaten

Papa Stour Shetland Hen

Trondra

Exceptionally rare & unavailable. Another breed still in existence entirely thanks to the Isbisters at Burland Croft. These hens are very rare and all originate from only the Shetland Isles. They have been breeding Shetland Hens since the 1970’s at Burland

Uradale Farm – Native Shetland Lamb & Shetland Kye, Reestit Mutton & Sassermaet

Shetland

Ronnie and his family farm Uradale organically with SOPA (Scottish Organic Producers Association) Membership. They are dedicated to the heritage breeds indigenous to the Shetland Isles : Native Shetland Lamb, beef from the Shetland Cow (‘Kye’) and organic Native Shetland

Soutra Coffee House

Pathhead

A great addition to border country is this super coffee shop perched up in the hills conveniently by the main road to Lauder. It is an ideal stop on the road connecting north and south – many’s the time we

Bere Barley

Birsay

Beremeal is flour made from Bere, an old variety of six-row barley described as having an earthy, slightly astringent, nutty flavour. Traditionally used to make a bannock, a specialty of Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles. Beremeal was widely used

The Wee Restaurant

North Queensferry

Welcome to the fabulous Wee Restaurant in North Queensferry. This husband and wife team opened the Wee Restaurant in 2006 and have been carving out a fine reputation in Fife and beyond ever since, now with all the family involved.

Cadzow Cattle

Haddington

The Cadzow Cattle are a remaining fold descended from the predominantly white cattle that roamed wild in the original Caledonian Forest, from the west coast over to Blair Atholl. When the Romans arrived in Britain they wrote of these wild

Carmichael Venison & Farmhouse Kitchen

Biggar

Heading southwards on the A73 – so pleasant to avoid motorways – you will find Carmichael Estate Farm Shop and can pause for tasty home baking at their Clan Farmhouse Kitchen. The Carmichael family have been farming these lands for 700 years and today

Isle of Colonsay Wildflower Honey

Scalasaig

Isle of Colonsay Wildflower Honey is unique, not only because of its taste, although amongst honeys it is ranked with the best; but also because of its provenance, as bees and quality honey are something of a rarity on small

Loch Arthur Creamery, Farm Shop and Cafe

Beeswing

The Loch Arthur Creamery and Farmshop is a great asset to Dumfries and Galloway. Creating a home, community, family and valued work, The Camphill Community offers ‘co-operation not competition’ to co-workers and has resulted in an organic food hub creating award-winning dairy produce,

The Cook School by Ballintaggart

Balnaguard

Ballintaggart is an inspiring rural destination with stunning views over the Tay valley. Catering in Scotland Excellent Award Finalist 2018, Food Tourism Award. At The Cook School Chris offers a range of excellent courses with accommodation on site or in their Grandtully Hotel in

Glenegedale House

Isle of Islay

Highlands & Islands Tourism Award Regional Winner for Most Hospitable B&B Guesthouse 2019…and then Winners of the National Thistle Awards for most Hospitable Guest House 2020 and very worthy winners they are too! Islay is famed for its whiskies but

Allan’s Chilli Products

Abernethy

Allan & Joan, by Abernethy, produce a range of handmade tasty jams and jellies, chilli chutneys and sauces all made with natural ingredients including chillies, apples, garlic & pears. Mother-in-law Betty is often in there lending a hand too so

Rhubarb at Prestonfield House

Edinburgh

Rhubarb is the name of the restaurant at Prestonfield, the magnificent historic mansion that has been creatively and sensitively restored to its former glory by its owner James Thomson. A stunning mix of opulence and grandeur, it is undoubtedly the

St Andrews Farmhouse Cheese Co

Pittenweem

Visit Fife’s farmhouse cheesemaker. Jane’s cheeses are a delicious asset to this lovely region. Her excellent hand crafted cheeses have won many awards, with 2 Great Taste Awards for her Anster this year, 2023. It is very much a family

Brodies

Musselburgh

Long established highly respected business with a range of fine speciality teas and coffees par excellence, all roasted and blended in East Lothian – plus tasty chocolates and fruit cake. Now with lovely new packaging, awards for their herbal teas…not

Dunmuir Hotel

Dunbar

This elegant red sandstone building with its grand oak staircase, ornate plasterwork and art nouveau fireplaces opened for business in 1902 as a Temperance Hotel. It has just undergone a wonderful major refurbishment. (More photos to follow soon). They have

Ardardan Farm Shop

Cardross

Situated 10 miles west of Glasgow on the shores of the Clyde, this beautiful Nursery & Farm shop is on the A814 between Cardross & Helensburgh. The family run estate is owned by the Montgomery family, where friendly welcoming staff

Hardiesmill

Gordon

RBST Winner 2023 Sustainable Farm of the Year. Online sales, a regular at Kelso Farmers’ Market plus their lovely Farm Shop open Fridays 10.00-18.00 & Saturdays 9.30-15.00 (but check for seasonal changes).This highly respected family farm rears Scotch Assured pedigree

Orkney Borerays, Burnside, Settisgarth

Finstown

Orkney Boreray Community becomes Scotland’s 2nd Slow Food Presidium August 2021. RBST Award Winner 2022 RBST Sustainable Food Producer of the Year 2023 [Joint winners with Richard Brand & Son, Brand Family Larder]. Here is proof, if ever it was

Mara Restaurant at Links House

Dornoch

Mara is the fine dining destination restaurant at Links House – why not stay over and indulge yourself? Links House is stunning: from the panoramic views over the countryside to the elegant rooms and carefully selected furnishings and beautiful designs.

Othin House: Bakery, Delicatessen, Coffee house & Kitchen

Helmsdale

Welcome to our new Member (Sept 23). What a fabulous addition to Helmsdale where Donna and her team are creating a wonderful food destination in this pretty highland village on the North Coast 500. She has brought the historic white-washed

Cornerstone Seafood Restaurant with Rooms

Mallaig

The Cornerstone Seafood Restaurant with Rooms is an absolute jewel by the harbour in Mallaig. Not been to Mallaig for a while? Book now and be sure to allow time to enjoy the magnificent scenery along the way whether by

Mason Belles Kitchen, Linlithgow

Linlithgow

On Linlithgow’s historic main street, a stone’s throw from the Palace you will find Mason Belles Kitchen clearly signposted down a characterful arched vennel. Opened in autumn 2018 Chef Proprietor Linsey Scott has used her extensive experience in high end

The Lynnfield Hotel & Restaurant

Kirkwall

An outstanding hotel, without a doubt the best on Orkney, on the outskirts of Kirkwall adjacent to Highland Park Distillery. This family owned hotel offers graceful bedrooms furnished with beautiful antiques and handmade carpentry, complete with books on local history

Rothiemurchus Estate Farm Shop & Café

Rothiemurchus

Rothiemurchus is a wonderful family run Highland Estate set at the heart of the stunning Cairngorms National Park. Passionate about delicious food, Rothiemurchus not only produces its very own succulent Highland Beef, Velvety Forest Venison and fresh Rainbow Trout all

Traditional Ayrshire Dunlop Cheese

Stewarton

This cheese has 17thC roots. In 1690, a farmer’s daughter made it a mile from this very farm, with huge success. She taught the making of this ‘sweetmilk’ cheese that became known as Dunlop. Her whole milk recipe creates a

Scots Grey Hen

Golspie

This is not available for eating due to scarcity but you may wish consider breeding them yourself! The Scots Grey is an old breed of domestic chicken originating in Scotland in the sixteenth century. The chicken has barred feathering of

Real Food Café

Tyndrum

Thistle Regional Award Winner for Best Informal Eating Experience(2019)…then Winner of the National Awards 2020… and Best Places to Work 2023 – Brilliant! This ingenious concept is a firm favourite with hikers and tourers, locals and tourists. You may be forgiven

Ballochmyle Fine Cheese

Mauchline

This family business has created a simply superb Ballochmyle Ayrshire Farmhouse Brie using milk from their own herd of Ayrshire Cows. The family have been dairy farmers at East Montgarswood Farm since the early 1920’s and is truly a family affair with husband, wife,

Blackthorn Scottish Sea Salt

Ayr

Blackthorn is an incredible sea salt, delicious and sparkling: beautiful flakes with a wonderful sense of terroir. Blackthorn use 100% pure west coast sea water to work their magic. You really can taste the sea and nature. The crystals have

H S Murray

Inverkeithing

Centenary Year 2022!! Very popular Seafood specialist – excellent service and always with beautiful window displays featuring a superb range of high quality fish, caught sustainably. Foodies travel from all over Fife to enjoy Douglas’s shop and many local restaurateurs

Shetland Wet Salt Cured Ling

Scalloway

The method of wet salt-curing is to de-head and split the fish open so it can be laid flat. Often they are filleted but the skin is left on. It is laid in coarse salt for one week as with the dry

Culdearn House Hotel

Grantown-on-Spey

They call themselves the small hotel with the big personality and I agree! Formerly the Country Home of the Earl of Seafield’s family, this charming Victorian residence has many original features and has been lovingly restored to its former glory

Original Fresh Blood Scots Black Pudding

Uphall

Essentially a blood pudding, the ordinary folk of Scotland thrived on this healthy cheap food whilst those who could afford it would be eating the prime cuts of meat. Over the years it has become industrialised and although still popular

Lawson’s Butchery & Deli (Winchburgh)

Winchburgh

John Lawson is a prime example of the traditional Scottish family butcher we should celebrate and support. Their beef and lamb is reared on the family farm and are prepared on their premises. They specialize in dry aged beef matured

The Ethical Dairy

Gatehouse of Fleet

The Finlay family reintroduced cheese making to Rainton Farm in 2013 after a 40 year break giving an opportunity to experiment and explore the flavours and textures of different types of cheese. They now have a fabulous range of cheeses,

Company Bakery & Café

Eskmills

Scottish Bread Championship Supreme Champion 2023, Scottish Bread Championship Joint Supreme Champion 2022 & multiple Gold winner. STOP PRESS – now with fabulous cafe AND bakery located in new premises at Eskmills Business Park. Full details, accurate address & photos

Knockinaam Lodge

Portpatrick

As they rightly say ‘If the landscape doesn’t take your breath away, the food will.’ Renowned for their 3AA Rosettes, 5 Gold Star with rooms, members of the prestigious Scotch Beef Club and with David’s fine wine cellar, this luxury

Scottish Bread Championship 2024

St Monans

The Scottish Bread Championship 2024 was held at Bowhouse in Fife during Real Bread Week, and is sponsored by The Edinburgh Bakers Trust Scotland The Bread & Scottish Food Guide Judging took place on Friday 23rd February at Bowhouse and

Gloagburn Farm & Coffee Shop

Tibbermore

Niven family at Gloagburn have a lovely farm shop with free range eggs from their hens, local vegetables and groceries, an excellent butcher counter stocking their own and other quality assured meats, artisan cheese counter plus an extensive gift shop

Hill Bred Pedigree Highland Cattle

Tobermory

Highland Cattle are iconic on picture postcards, yet few are aware how they have become heavier and ‘developed’ to give larger carcass and bigger cuts. This Hill Bred Pedigree Highland Cattle is an old strain that has not been developed

Eusebi Restaurant & Deli

Glasgow

Eusebi’s is a wonderfully fabulous place to dine, and has the most amazing deli too. In addition to the ground floor entry level, lower level dining, and street cafe seating, all buzzing and vibrant, her spectacular deli counter stretches the

Boyndie Trust: The Old School Visitor Centre and Coffee Shop

Boyndie

A charming place to tarry awhile, featuring beautiful landscaped gardens, an excellent range of crafts and a lovely coffee shop, brimming with Banff produce. It is a beautifully converted old schoolhouse and a really friendly cheery place. Their extensive garden

Reestit Mutton

Scalloway

Reestit Mutton is mutton from Native Shetland Sheep (Ark of Taste) salted in brine and hung to dry traditionally in the rafters, reest, of the house above a peat fire. The peaty smoke helps to season the meat and after

The Scottish Cafe and Restaurant

Edinburgh

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

Contini Cannonball Restaurant & Bar

Edinburgh

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

Barony Mill

Birsay

Barony Mill is a fabulous restored and operational watermill on the west of Mainland Orkney. Barony has been milling Orkney bere using solely water- power since 1873 and must not be missed when visiting Orkney. At the mill the locally

Indian Cook School by Praveen Kumar

Perth

Ever wondered how to hone your skills in Indian cooking using ethical local produce and spices fresh from a family farm? The answer lies in Perth! Husband and wife team Praveen & Swarna, multi-award-winning restauranteurs and chef, offer 1-day classes

Peelham Farm Produce

Berwick-upon-Tweed

Winner 2019/20 Slow Food Scotland Best Butcher. photo Albie Clark Specialising in their own organic reared Aberdeen Angus, carefully sourced outdoor-reared pork and organic lamb and mutton. They have their own on-farm butchery and cure and sell their own fine

Salt Herring

Scalloway

In the late 19th century, Scotland became the world’s largest producer of salt herring. 90% was exported in wooden barrels to Eastern Europe, Russia, Scandinavia and Germany where the Scottish cure was highly esteemed. The curing method handed down through

The Old Mill at Killearn

Killearn

This rustic restaurant was originally a weaving mill and now a rural local pub with gastro-style dining, filled with life and colour. The couthy 18th Century steading, complete with open fire is the perfect hygge and their frequently changing dishes

Contini

Edinburgh

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

Eat on the Green

Udny Green

With 2AA Rosettes, Chef Proprietor Craig Wilson is the Regional Food Tourism Ambassador for Aberdeenshire for Scotland Food & Drink, Best Eating Experience’ in Scotland at the 2019 Scottish Thistle Awards & Winner of Catering in Scotland (CiS) Excellence Award

Guild of Baxters

Edinburgh

The Incorporation of Bakers “Baxters’ of the City of Edinburgh is one of the Edinburgh Trades – existing since mediaeval times to promote the interests of specialist crafts and skills. The Incorporation of Bakers is now attracting new members and

Ayrshire Food Hub

Kilmarnock

Welcome (January 2024) to the Ayrshire Food Hub. A terrific addition to Ayrshire and easily accessible from the main road, A76, just north of Mauchline, heading towards Kilmarnock. “The only farm shop and café in Scotland where all profits go

Heritage Bakehouse

Oban

The Heritage Bakehouse is an artisan bakery in Oban using heritage organic flours and selling flavoursome real bread from their wholesale base to neighbouring retail stores. Tracey has had a love of bread and baking since childhood, worked as a

Mason Belles Kitchen, Dunblane

Dunblane

Overlooking the famous Dunblane Cathedral this lovely first floor restaurant, within the Old Churches Hotel, opened in November 2019 following the successful launch last year of Mason Belles Kitchen off the High Street in Linlithgow. Chef Proprietor Linsey Scott has

Campbell’s Bakery & Bake School

Crieff

This historic 7th Generation Family Bakery is an institution with Iain Campbell at the helm both in Crieff and Comrie. With its fabulous window displays and laden shelves and seven generations of experience behind it, dedicated to all things bread,

Edinbane Lodge

Edinbane

Multi award-winning with 4 AA Rosettes 2022. The first Skye restaurant ever to be awarded this. Sensitively restored in 2018, Edinbane Lodge is Calum & Eilidh Montgomery’s creation, gaining a fine reputation with folk travelling from far and wide to

Kye Sassermaet

Uradale

Only Jakob’s sassermaet labelled Native Shetland Kye (pictured) is on Slow Food’s International Ark of Taste. This is a unique preserved meat product that is made from one Shetland Kye at a time, on Shetland, using the cheaper cuts efficiently

Kedar Cheese Co

Mouswald

Sanchia their Swiss Brown Dairy Cow was Winner at 2023 Northumberland Show, winning not only her class but also interbreed Champion. Awards pictured at Great Yorkshire Show 2023. Their sensational mozzarella comes fresh and smoked, and they now make fabulous

Huntly Herbs

Huntly

For over two decades Huntly Herbs has been producing wonderful certified organic chutneys, preserves, sauces and jellies. They grow a range of organic fruit and vegetables onsite for sweet and savoury recipes and also source and forage locally – all

Hygge & Scandi Cooking Experience at Scottish Food Studio

Aberdour

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

The Old Mill Shop

Killearn

The Old Mill at Killearn has now opened a lovely Shop in their courtyard. Check their website for opening hours and an increasing range of interesting and delicious wines and spirits, local food produce and exhibits from local artists are

Musselburgh Leek

Aberdour

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

Christie the Baker, Airdrie

Airdrie

Christie the Baker has been a family name in the North Lanarkshire community for almost 80 years with outlets in Airdrie and Coatbridge. Over the years they have won many awards including the well-deserved World Champion Scotch Pie Award, with

Kilted Chef Scottish Summer Berry Gin

Udny Green

Aberdeenshire is the Secret Ingredient in the Kilted Chef’s First Gin Award-winning chef, Craig Wilson of Eat on The Green has taken a step into the drinks market with the launch of his first handmade, small batch gin. Craig teamed

Mhor 84

Lochearnhead

Tom Lewis’ informal inn is a wonderful addition to ‘Mhor’ and a welcome stop for any foodie traveller. He bought a tired old inn and created a fabulous venue! The perfect roadside inn to rest awhile in among their delightful

Shetland Geese

Trondra

This is not available for eating due to scarcity, unless you breed some yourself. Their eggs are available locally in season. The Shetland Goose is considered to be a domestic bird with Greylag ancestry and valued for its ability to thrive on

Native Scottish Goat

Newton Stewart

Goats first appeared in Scotland before sheep and date back as far as 8 thousand years ago when there was still ice in Scotland, yet there are those authorities that wish to deem it an invasive ‘alien’ species to enable

Meadows: The Swedish Farmer & The Scottish Cook

Aberdour

“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

Orkney Sourdough Co

Kirkwall

A well-established and exceptional addition to Orkney’s food & drink scene. Karin, founder creator of Orkney Sourdough Co., is a very gifted Swedish baker in love with Orkney. A professional chef to trade, she has worked in hotels in Copenhagen

Tabla, Authentic Indian Restaurant

Perth

Praveen Kumar has restaurant Tabla and his Indian Cook School (click on Goodfoodology Section of Scottish Food Guide for Cook School ). World Cuisine Chef of the Year, Praveen Kumar and his wife Swarna, have created something very unique: Authentic

Andrew Whitley’s Sourdough Starter & Do Sourdough

St Monans

Currently no courses on offer but watch this space. In the meantime Andrew shares his expertise in his books Bread Matters & Do Sourdough. Consultancy also available. Andrew campaigns with thoughtfulness and commitment for better quality in our daily bread and

Café St Honore

Edinburgh

Neil Forbes is the multi-award winning talented chef patron of Cafe St Honore, awarded RBST Sustainable Chef of the Year 2023, Slow Food Scotland Restaurant of the Year 2022. Thistle Award Winners for Lothian & Borders 2022 & 2018/19 Café

The Royal Oak, Cullen

Cullen

Cullen is a fascinating village with stunning geography, a famous soup and an awesome viaduct. It is a village of two halves with the original fishing village sits snugly huddled together on the shore, where The Royal Oak is situated,

Fife Farmhouse Cheese

Pittenweem

This is a hard regional cheese associated with Fife where there has been Friesian herds since the late 1700’s due to the trading with the Dutch ships and changing of farming systems. Throughout this part of Fife you can see

Scottish Heritage Potatoes on Slow Food Ark of Taste

Auchterhouse

Scotland has a delicious range of heritage potatoes on the Ark of Taste. They are varied in flavour, colour and texture and fascinating to grow, harvest, cook and eat! Support biodiversity and go for heritage potatoes! There are currently 9

Mason Belles Kitchen, The Canalside Pub & Grill

Falkirk

Recently opened following on from her successes in Linlithgow and Dunblane, Chef Proprietor Linsey Scott has used her extensive experience in high end hospitality and her knowledge of what customers are looking for to create fabulous new venue. ‘Located right

Fhior

Edinburgh

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

Galloway Farmhouse Cheese

Sorbie

A fabulous range of organic artisan cheeses created in the heart of rural Wigtonshire. The Cairnsmore is their speciality cheese and they specialise in ewe’s milk cheese however the range also includes cow and goat’s milk versions. Some are flavoured:

Dunlop Dairy

Stewarton

Dunlop Dairy produces Traditional Ayrshire Dunlop near Stewarton Ayrshire, along with a range of their other farmhouse cheeses from their Cheese Shop and Tearoom. The Dunlop cheese has PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) status. Ann has a lovely shop and café (check

Ardross Farm

Elie

2021 Winner of The Best Farm Shop & Deli in Scotland in the Great British Food Awards. A huge congratulations goes to their awesome team for all the hours spent caring for their animals on the farm, cooking the most

Traditional Finnan Haddie

Inverkeithing

A true Finnan Haddie is a split, whole gutted fish, not the mass-produced dyed boneless fillets. The delicate smoke gives it a wonderful flavor. It has a long association with the famous Scottish soup Cullen Skink, also poached in milk

Summer Harvest Oils

Crieff

This superb quality cold pressed rapeseed oil has been winning prestigious awards, Double Star Great Taste Award 2010 and Double Award Winners ‘Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards 2009’ right through to present day. Some get hung up on olive oils

House of Bruar

Blair Atholl

A perfect place to break the journey on the A9 – or just a great place for a day trip. House of Bruar has developed from a prime foodie stop with an incredible cheese counter, charcuterie, and carefully selected ladies

Tappit Shetland Hen

Trondra

Unavailable. Another breed entirely thanks to the Isbisters at Burland Croft. These hens are very rare and all originate from only the Shetland Isles. They have been breeding Shetland Hens since the 1970’s at Burland Croft on the island of Trondra.

Winston Churchill Venison

Dunoon

Family business specialising in wild venison, harvested from the hills of Argyll. They have developed speciality sausage, burger and haggis range, plus game birds in season. Awarded Best Rural Retailer 2005. I often use their produce in recipes as I

Sarti, Bath Street

Glasgow

Sarti Bath Street, described as “Not an Italian restaurant, but a restaurant in Italy” by the London Times. Sarti has been a Glasgow institution these past 25 years and still going strong with a dedicated following for their authentic north Italian

The Gannet Glasgow

Glasgow

Named in Top 10 best fine dining restaurants in UK 2022. Head Chef Peter McKenna is as inspiring as he is gifted, creating constantly changing multi-course menus using painstakingly sourced high quality produce. Here at The Gannet, food is sourced

GreenCity Wholefoods

Glasgow

Supplier to East Ayrshire’s Food for Life schools, GreenCity Wholefoods is a Glasgow based workers co-operative supplying Scotland delivering over 5,000 vegetarian, vegan, organic, non-organic, gluten free options, a vast selection of artisan products and GM free wholefoods: grains and breads;

ScotBeer Tours

Edinburgh

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

Isle of Mull Cheese

Isle of Mull

This family of farmhouse artisan cheesemakers use their own dairy herds and traditional methods to produce stunning award-winning unpasteurised Traditional Isle of Mull, and Hebridean Blue cheeses, along with Cloth Bound Tobermory Truckles and naturally flavoured wax coated Isle of

Craigadam Country House Hotel & Country Larder

Castle Douglas

Screenshot A fine Country House set amidst the rolling Dumfries and Galloway hills with a working farm, game estate and delightful hosts. Rod and Gun experiences are also on offer here so check out the weblink for full details. Breakfast

Cavens Country House

Kirkbean

Set amidst stunning landscaped grounds in one of Scotland’s secret beauty spots, Cavens is a delight to visit. You will receive a warm and friendly welcome at this beautiful family-run country mansion where you can relax and enjoy the tranquility

Leonard’s Hemp Seed Tea

Melrose

Hemp tea is highly nutritious, ethical and delicious – indeed an exceedingly healthy cuppa. Leonard roasts and crushes his hemp seeds before blending them with a combination of rose petals, mint and lavender to create the most beautiful hemp seed

Burts Hotel

Melrose

Such a beautiful elegant historical coaching inn on the town square of the pretty Border town of Melrose. Melrose is world-famous for its Abbey & Gardens and also has a lovely range of traditional shops – real eye candy and

Scots Dumpy Hen

Golspie

This are not available for eating due to scarcity. If you would like to keep hens, they could be perfect for you. This ancient landrace breed existed over 700 years ago. It has a large, low heavy body. There is

Training & Food Hygiene Seminars

Aberdour

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

Mountain Hare

Aviemore

Unavailable. These are alarmingly threatened by extinction and are not for consumption for the forseeable future. The mountain hare is genuinely native to the UK, unlike the more common Brown Hare or even the rabbit, both of which are introduced

Errichel: Farm & Cottages; Thyme at Errichel Bistro

Aberfeldy

Crowned Scotland’s top ‘Food Tourism’ destination at VisitScotland’s respected Scottish Thistle Awards, 2023 & RBST Sustainable Produce Retail Outlet of the Year 2023. Thistle Winners for Central, Fife & Tayside 2022 Food Tourism Award & 2018/19 Thyme at Errichel Restaurant Best

Errington Cheese & Errington Barn

Biggar

Hot Press: New farm shop & cafe newly open on main road nearby, the Big Red Barn, renamed Errington Barn. The farm shop & cafe offers their full range of cheese alongside some specially selected cheesemakers, their own Tamworth whey-fed

Christie the Baker, Whitburn

Whitburn

Latest branch of this family business since May 9th 23. Christie the Baker has been a family name in the North Lanarkshire community for almost 80 years with outlets in Airdrie and Coatbridge too. Over the years they have won

J. Gow Rum

Orkney

Won a gold medal for their un-aged rum Culverin at the 2023 London Spirits Competition, along with silver medals for the spiced, Fading Light and Revenge! J Gow Rum is a Scottish island rum inspired by pirates! Collin is always

Sarti, Renfield St

Glasgow

Sarti has been a Glasgow institution these past 25 years and still going strong with a dedicated following for their authentic north Italian food. This particular one is, the newest of the three, in a converted bank from the 1890’s complete with

Argyll Hotel

Isle of Iona

Opening for the season usually around mid March, this small historic independent hotel on the world-famous Isle of Iona has its own beautiful generously-proportioned walled organic garden that supplies them with as many herbs, salads and veg as possible. They

Cukie Patisserie

Dunfermline

Welcome to our new member Cukie Patisserie and what a fabulous find! Scandinavian micro-bakery & coffee shop, all hand-crafted with many locally sourced ingredients. A taste of Sweden on the southern edge of Dunfermline. Inspired by Scandi baking this delightful

The Pickled Peacock at Cairn O’ Mohr

Errol

Cafe Bar at Cairn O’Mohr Winery This fabulous colourful vibrant venue is part of the Cairn O’Mohr complex where you can buy foraged wines, berry liquors, ciders and fizz! There are wine tours and resident artist’s handiwork all around you

Witchery by the Castle

Edinburgh

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.

Chrystal’s Shortbread

Balloch

Exceptional handmade shortbread, Chrystal specialises in that individual touch for gifts and after dinner, favours and afternoon teas. Her hand cut shortbread squares are deliciously home made, following her family’s own recipe passed down through generations, melt-in-the-mouth luxurious. A truly

Firebrick Bakery

Lauder

Firebrick Bakery is the fabulous invention of Amanda & David who have made Lauder their home after stellar careers and multiple awards. Amanda is an acclaimed pastry chef so what a pair they make. After spells at Roman Camp, Simply

Sarti, Wellington St

Glasgow

This charming place was the first Sarti to open and has now been a Glasgow institution these past 25 years and still going strong with a dedicated following for their authentic north Italian food. Who’s joining us for breakfast? Sarti Wellington

Auchentullich Farm Shop

Alexandria

This is a perfect example of a fabulous farm shop and Loch Lomond is lucky to have them. They make their own excellent range of ice creams, from their family’s traditional Friesian herd, also selling old-fashioned non-homogenised deliciously creamy dairy

Christie the Baker, Coatbridge

Coatbridge

Thyme at Errichel Experiences

Aberfeldy

Scottish Charcuterie Tasting Experience Scottish Cheese Tasting Experience Farm Tours Crowned Scotland’s top ‘Food Tourism’ destination at VisitScotland’s respected Scottish Thistle Awards, 2023 & RBST Sustainable Produce Retail Outlet of the Year 2023. Spend a day on their Hill farm

Redcastle Award-Winning Spirits & Liqueurs

Arbroath

Fiona and her team have the passion and skill, enthusiasm and knowledge to create great products. The first and original is their Redcastle Scottish Gin however now there are other options too, all available online, at markets, shops and events

The Dory Bistro & Gallery

Pittenweem

The Dory’s menus are mouth-watering, with fish and shellfish brought direct from the fishing boats outside the windows and from their garden to the rear – you can’t get much more fresh, local and prime quality than that. Add Ruth’s

Isle of Skye Sea Salt

Dunvegan

Isle of Skye Sea Salt is 100% harvested from Loch Snizort and evaporates using only the power of the sun’s rays, creating a delicious, unique and eco friendly product. With evidence of local salt production traced back centuries, this superb

Yester Farm Dairies

Yester Mains

Family farm by Gifford selling the full range of award-winning products: cottage cheese, soured cream, crème fraiche, plain & favoured yoghurts, full & low fat cream cheese, Greek style yoghurt & double cream. They also produce mozzarella, ready diced or

West Highland Dairy

Achmore

Kathy Biss NDD is internationally renowned for her cheese and cheesemaking courses. Many of Scotland’s current cheesemakers learnt their craft from Kathy and she is regularly invited to share her skills with potential and experienced cheesemakers across North America and

Galloway Chillies

Newton Stewart

Winner of Farming Hero of the Year 2021 for raising £52K with the initiative #run1000. An incredible achievement & many congratulations. Sheena Horner runs Galloway Chillies from her home near Wigtown, growing speciality chillies, alongside hardy and half hardy herbs. She

Dainty Monkey Baking

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

Whighams Wine Cellars

Edinburgh

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

East Neuk Seaweed

Anstruther

For everything you ever wanted to know about seaweed! Experienced professional forager & chef Jayson Byles is based in the East Neuk of Fife where he runs exceptional seaweed foraging experiences and teaches chefs and foodies how to sustainably &

l’escargot bleu

Edinburgh

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

Macbeths of Forres

Forres

A highly respected meat and game dealer with super butcher shop in Forres and online mail order shop … now also with on-Farm shop at Edinvale Farm, their Pasture for Life family farm. Their online orders are now in eco-friendly

Buttery

Aberdeen

The Buttery or Rowie is a unique breakfast item with a distinctive crispy, flaky, flattened structure similar to a croissant, associated with Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. It has a pronounced buttery, salty taste. The buttery is produced commercially but with fats

Woodlea Café & Bistro

Dunfermline

This bright and cheery new addition to Fife’s food scene is in a handy location between Hillend and Crossgates in West Fife. With ample parking, a play area, outdoor seating for those with canine friends, hens clucking about and alpacas

Soay Sheep

Berneray

The Soay has the most primitive appearance of any British sheep breed and takes its name from the island of Soay in the St. Kilda group in the far north of Scotland. The meat is delicious, dark and full flavoured

Sheila Fleet Kirk Gallery & Café

Tankerness

Tourism Retailer of the Year at Orkney Tourism Awards 2023. Orkney Sheila Fleet is one of Scotland’s leading jewellery designers of silver and gold with intricate enamel work and gems. She has several retail outlets dotted around Scotland (check out

Scotland The Bread

Saint Monans

‘A collaborative project to grow better grain and bake better bread with the common purposes of nourishment, sustainability and food sovereignty.’ This fabulous Community Benefit Society has brought back Scottish heritage grains and is growing, milling and selling a Landrace

Original Arbroath Smokies

Arbroath

Local haddock hot smoked in barrels in small batches under hessian – white fragrant flakes with no additives or dyes. Arbroath Smokies originated in the tiny village of Auchmithie where the Scandinavian influence brought about this delightful delicacy. Fishwives originally

Scottish Artisan Crowdie

Stewarton

Crowdie is a traditional fresh Scottish cheese dating back to the Viking era, and possibly even Pictish. Traditionally made in every farmhouse on a small scale with milk from their traditional house cow – Ayrshire or Galloway, Highland, Black Angus,

The Culinary Kiwi Bird

Insch

Welcome to our new Member (Dec23) …Anne Keenan is The Culinary Kiwi Bird, an award-winning Artisan Baker & Chef. Reserve Champion, Scottish Bread Championship 2023. Anne specialises in crafting sourdoughs, real breads and authentic viennoisserie. This micro bakery punches well

Sunrise Bakehouse

Burntisland

This fabulous artisan sourdough bakery is owned and run by a gifted young couple, specialising in delicious loaves, mouth-watering pastries and cakes. Such delicacies as Pear and chocolate hazelnut Bostock, Cinnamon bun pudding with apple and chai soaked raisins, Triple

Allanton Inn

Allanton

South of Scotland Scottish Thistle Award Winner 2023 Best Eating Place. CAMRA Borders Pub of the Year 2023. A charming seven bedroom country inn by Duns in the Scottish Borders, with a sense of place – a family business whose

Lawson’s Butchery & Deli (Uphall)

Uphall

Cheese Lovers Experience @ Scottish Food Studio

Aberdour

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

Wild Hearth Bakery

Comrie

Wild Heath Bakery is now open March 2024) on Comrie Main Street (address tbc) for award-winning sourdoughs, pastries & coffees. (Shop photo “borrowed” from Wild Hearth). Tortano (potato crowns) pictured won Reserve Champion at Scottish Bread Champion 2024 plus many

Food From Farming

Newton Stewart

Food From Farming is a Consultancy Service founded by Scottish Food Guide member Sheena Horner of Galloway Chillies who, along with her colleagues, offer a bespoke service to support you. Sheena is a ken-speckled face at events across Scotland and

The Old Quay Bakehouse & Crannog

Mallaig

Welcome to our new member (Sept23). This is a fabulous bakehouse in every way – from its stunning waterside location, innovative buildings…through to the mastery and skills in the bakery, producing real sourdough bread and croissants for lucky Mallaig. This

Hendersons

Edinburgh

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

Selkirk Bannock

Crieff

The Selkirk Bannock is a famous Border baked treat, a richly fruited bread dough, individually hand made, traditionally served at afternoon tea. It is recorded as the only thing that Queen Victoria would eat when she visited Sir Walter Scott

Cringletie House Hotel

Peebles

South of Scotland Scottish Thistle Award Winner 2023 Best Hotel Experience. This fairytale castellated country house sits in 28acres of stunning woodland, gardens and landscapes – the perfect gourmet base to explore the South of Scotland, yet within a stone’s

Kinloch Lodge

Isle of Skye

Named as one of the top places to stay in the world. Nestled on the shores of Loch-Na-Dal on Skye’s Sleat peninsula the fabulous Kinloch Lodge has been named on Condé Nast Gold List as one of the world’s best

Buccleuch Arms

Saint Boswells

Built in 1836 as a hunting lodge by the 5th Duke of Buccleuch, this historic residence was central to the Borders life and still is. Famous for its game, it offers a range of other options for all occasions, both

No88 Kitchen & Bar Shetland

Lerwick

A warm welcome to No88, Best Eatery Winner 2023 at the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards and a fine addition to Lerwick’s food scene. The night we dined it was positively buzzing with life yet still light, airy

Ulbster Arms Hotel

Halkirk

Ulbster Arms is situated in the village of Halkirk on the banks of the River Thurso, famous for its fishing. Its far north location lends itself as the perfect place to stop on the North Coast 500; en route to

The Westray Bakehouse

Orkney

The first bakery opened in 1892 and now is fourth generation (known locally as Broons o’ Westray I am told!) creating and distributing high quality bakes across the islands and beyond, using original recipes with a sprinkling of new ones.

Craft Butchery Courses at Peelham Farm

Churnside

Peelham Farm is certified Organic and Pasture for Life with a range of home reared beef, pork, rose veal, lamb and mutton. A familiar face at farmers’ markets with an online shop, they also offer a Craft Butchery Course including

Ballintaggart Farm

Balnaguard

Ballintaggart is an inspiring rural destination with stunning views over the Tay valley. The family’s combined skills, with Chris’ brother Andrew on team Rowley, have created a refined venue for a memorable food experience. Within the beautifully restored old farm

Ardoch Hebridean Sheep

Yetts O’Muckhart

Ardoch Hebridean Sheep are one of the few who are dedicated to the breed and have a multi-award-winning flock, often to be seen showed at the Royal Highland Show mid June in Edinburgh – see just a few of their

Original Belted Galloway Cattle

Mochrum

This specific fold is rarely available at butchers however research is being carried out into another possible source. In the meantime, if seeking out Belted Galloway, ask about its provenance and look for pure bred. There is written evidence there

Scottish Food Studio

Aberdour

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

Rae’s

Montrose

This wonderful couple no longer have Rae’s on the High Street however they are running, and available for, events so keep an eye on their social media. Their passion for the produce of Angus and neighbouring regions is crystal clear

Isle of Barra Snails

Isle of Barra

The unique natural clean island maritime air, the banning of pesticides on Barra and the herbage of the machair make this island snail unique. Gerard MacDonald, The Isle of Barra Oyster Company, who lives on Barra made it his business

Gordon Castle Plum

Fochabers

The Gordon Castle plum was bred by John Webster, head gardener at Gordon Castle near Fochabers in Moray and first recorded in 1864. It is a late dessert plum from the north of Scotland. It has large yellow oval fruit,

Shetland Kale

Trondra

Shetland Cabbage/Kale is the oldest known Scottish local vegetable variety and has been grown on the Shetland Islands since at least the 17thC. Used as a vegetable, the outer or dropped leaves are also used as winter fodder for cattle

Orkney Boreray

Finstown

Orkney Boreray Community becomes Scotland’s 2nd Slow Food Presidium August 2021. RBST Sustainable Food Producer of the Year 2023 [Joint winners with Richard Brand & Son, Brand Family Larder]. Voted Champion Slow Food Product for 2022 Here is proof, if

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