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The 'tropical' and intrepid couple-owned cafe that's opened in cool Edinburgh locale
This cheerful spot has opened on a cobbled streetFood and Drink at The Scotsman
Gaby Soutar · Food and Drink
The Edinburgh Edition
Wednesday, October 14
Local press The Scotsman
45 whiskies released in September - including a ‘celebration of Islay’ dram
It was a bumper month for whisky releases, with over 40 hitting the shelves in September.Food and Drink at The Scotsman
Rosalind Erskine · Food and Drink
Local press The Scotsman
Meet the distiller: Niall Culbertson, Torabhaig Distillery, Isle of Skye
In this month’s meet the distiller, we chat to Niall Culbertson from Torabhaig Distillery.Food and Drink at The Scotsman
Rosalind Erskine · Food and Drink
Local press Edinburgh Evening News
The 19 best Edinburgh Halloween events happening in the city this year
Spooky Edinburgh events for all agesWhat's On at Edinburgh Evening News
Kevin Quinn · What's On
Local press The Scotsman
Whisky cask ownership: What should discerning cask owners be buying right now – we asked the experts
What whisky to buy right now and why older casks are catching the eye of discerning cask owners.Food and Drink at The Scotsman
By The Newsroom · Food and Drink
Tuesday, October 13
Local press The Scotsman
Glen Scotia to bring ‘spooky’ folklore to Luss distillery for exclusive Halloween event
Multi-award-winning Campbeltown distillery Glen Scotia is bringing the spooky folklore of Scotland’s smallest whisky-making region to Luss Distillery for an exclusive Halloween takeover.Food and Drink at The Scotsman
Rosalind Erskine · Food and Drink
Local press The Edinburgh Reporter
Poetry exhibition – The Space Between Us – opens on Friday
A poetry exhibition staged by two Edinburgh sisters will open on Friday at North Edinburgh Arts and will run until 29 October. Rachel Barr, who lives in Leith, was diagnosed with glioblastoma on Christmas Eve last year. She has now had…What's On at The Edinburgh Reporter
Phyllis Stephen · What's On
Local press The Scotsman
I had the decadent £60 menu at this handsome Edinburgh hotel restaurant
This special menu is available until mid-NovemberFood and Drink at The Scotsman
Gaby Soutar · Food and Drink
Local press The Scotsman
Scottish bar and restaurant marks 10th anniversary by appointing new Michelin-acclaimed head chef
An award-winning cocktail bar and restaurant in Edinburgh’s West End is marking its 10th anniversary in the capital this month by announcing its new Michelin-acclaimed head chef.Food and Drink at The Scotsman
Rosalind Erskine · Food and Drink
Local press The Edinburgh Reporter
Review: Jersey Boys ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Let’s be honest, Jersey Boys may be the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, but it’s the songs that sell the show. Hit after hit from a time when pop was king and Francesco Castelluccio had a voice the world couldn’t get enough of…What's On at The Edinburgh Reporter
Liam Rudden · What's On
Local press Edinburgh Evening News
Liberty X fans can see them before their big reunion tour at this music-filled holiday weekend
Liberty X are among the noughties favourites taking part in a music-filled weekend later this year, giving fans a chance to see the band before they reunite with Hear'Say for their Popstars: The Originals tour next year.What's On at Edinburgh Evening News
Rochelle Barrand · What's On
Local press Edinburgh Evening News
Autumn adventures await at Rosslyn Chapel: What’s on at this visitor attraction close to Edinburgh
There’s so much to see and do at Rosslyn Chapel this autumn – from fascinating talks and woodland walks to music, mysteries and medieval adventures.What's On at Edinburgh Evening News
By The Newsroom · What's On
Local press The Scotsman
Scottish hospitality bosses 'fighting a losing battle' call for VAT help as seven pubs forced to shut a month
The Scottish Beer and Pub Association said 62 pubs closed during the first nine months of 2026Food and Drink at The Scotsman
Alistair Grant and Rosalind Erskine · Food and Drink
Monday, October 12
Local press The Scotsman
I tried the 'UK's best' shortbread and it's not even Scottish
I sampled these award-winning biscuits for research purposesFood and Drink at The Scotsman
Gaby Soutar · Food and Drink
Local press The Scotsman
I tried the 'UK's best' shortbread and it's not even Scottish
I sampled these award-winning biscuits for research purposesFood and Drink at The Scotsman
Gaby Soutar · Food and Drink
Local press The Edinburgh Reporter
Review: The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Royal Lyceum Gayle Rankin arrives on stage as a vision in avocado green, oxblood, and electric blue. Resembling a butterfly in human form, it’s clear from the start this take on Muriel Spark’s iconic school mistress will be polarising. In…What's On at The Edinburgh Reporter
Liam Rudden · What's On
Local press The Scotsman
‘Glasgow is in for something special’: The Ivy Asia reveals best-selling dishes set to land in Scotland for the first time
The team behind The Ivy Asia have revealed what’ll be on the menu ahead of its highly anticipated Scottish debut, giving Glasgow diners their first glimpse of the dishes and cocktails that have made it a favourite at locations across the…Food and Drink at The Scotsman
Rosalind Erskine · Food and Drink
Edinburgh’s Best 100
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- 1 LYLAEdinburgh · Modern Seafood Eat score, 90
- 1 The KitchinEdinburgh · Modern British Eat score, 90
- 3 AVERYEdinburgh Eat score, 86
- 3 ConditaEdinburgh Eat score, 86
- 5 The Scran & ScallieEdinburgh · Scottish British Pub Eat score, 85
- 6 The PalmerstonEdinburgh · Bistro Eat score, 84
- 7 NotoEdinburgh Eat score, 74
- 7 SkuaEdinburgh · Modern British Eat score, 74
- 7 tipoEdinburgh · Italian Eat score, 74
- 10 1925 at The PompadourEdinburgh · Modern British Eat score, 69
The full 100 → 30 ranked
- 1 Panda & SonsEdinburgh · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 96
- 2 TimberyardEdinburgh · Modern British Drink score, 93
- 3 Hey PaluEdinburgh · Modern Italian Drink score, 87
- 4 NauticusEdinburgh · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 80
- 5 BrambleEdinburgh · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 79
- 5 The Lucky Liquor Co.Edinburgh · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 79
- 5 The Scran & ScallieEdinburgh · Scottish British Pub Drink score, 79
- 8 Devil's AdvocateEdinburgh · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 67
- 8 The Bon VivantEdinburgh Drink score, 67
- 10 Bar MissoniEdinburgh · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 64
The full 100 → 42 ranked
- 1 The BalmoralEdinburgh Stay score, 91
- 2 100 Princes StreetEdinburgh Stay score, 88
- 3 Prestonfield HouseEdinburgh Stay score, 85
- 4 InterContinental Edinburgh the GeorgeEdinburgh Stay score, 84
- 4 W EdinburghEdinburgh Stay score, 84
- 6 Gleneagles TownhouseEdinburgh Stay score, 79
- 6 The GlasshouseEdinburgh Stay score, 79
- 8 Apex Waterloo PlaceEdinburgh Stay score, 74
- 8 Eden LockeEdinburgh Stay score, 74
- 8 Hotel du VinEdinburgh Stay score, 74
The full 100 → 23 ranked
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