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Hebridean Sheep

Wendy Barrie — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 22:00:56 +0000

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 dainty frame means small cuts and many farmers favour modern breeds with larger cuts and […]

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Galloway Farmhouse Cheese

Wendy Barrie — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 11:55:31 +0000

A fabulous award-winning 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: smoked, green peppercorn, and natural. It is a hard pressed cheese and matured for […]

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Burts Hotel

Wendy Barrie — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 13:33:28 +0000

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 perfect for a day away or as a touring base. This lovely hostelry has award-winning […]

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Whighams Wine Cellars

Wendy Barrie — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 11:55:54 +0000

This West End wine bar celebrated 40 years in 2023 and is as vibrant and popular as ever. Indeed it is quite an institution – loved by its regulars and a glimpse of real Edinburgh for passing tourists. Serving traditional, freshly made, classic pub food with Scottish cuisine and an emphasis on seafood. They source […]

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Original Arbroath Smokies

Wendy Barrie — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 22:01:22 +0000

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 smoked the fish in halved barrels with fires underneath, trapping the smoke under layers of […]

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Scottish Bread Championship 2027

Wendy Barrie — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 17:15:30 +0000

The Scottish Bread Championship 2027 will be held in Aberdour, Fife on Friday 19th February during Real Bread Week, sponsored by The Edinburgh Bakers Trust Scotland The Bread & Scottish Food Guide The Scottish Festival of Real Bread takes place the following day, on Saturday 20th February in Aberdour, with activities, stalls, workshops & Award Ceremony for […]

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Grandtully Hotel by Ballintaggart

Wendy Barrie — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 21:05:23 +0000

This vibrant inn in the heart of Grandtully is part of the Ballintaggart Portfolio, with a reputation for provenance and hospitality in their own individual way, with Feast Nights and excellent courses at their Cook School. The Grandtully Hotel offers light and more substantial dishes from ‘morning coffee to a late dram’ in their contemporary […]

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Elchies Estate & Farm Shop

Wendy Barrie — Sat, 03 Jul 2021 20:36:19 +0000

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 goats that can withstand the chills of Speyside, are good mothers providing plentiful milk for […]

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Original Fresh Blood Scots Black Pudding

Wendy Barrie — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 11:55:41 +0000

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 it is not what it once was due to mass production and the use of […]

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Uradale Yarns

Wendy Barrie — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 14:47:23 +0000

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 Wool. RBST Award Winner 2022 Farm of the Year. Their organic wool and yarns are simply stunning and look out for the annual […]

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