Thistle Tavern is bringing a new 70-seat gaming hub to 79 Shandwick Place this May. We speak to Stuart Robb about stock rotations, city centre growth, and the new flagship store.
Review: Pizza Geeks launches its new menu on Easter Road
The new Pizza Geeks menu has landed. With a refined dough recipe and the arrival of the Bowser “boss” pizza, the Easter Road branch is leaning into its artisan era. Great local brews and the same geeky atmosphere make this a top Edinburgh pick.
A lost Joan Eardley painting has been rediscovered after 60+ years
Bringing together over 30 works by Joan Eardley, alongside paintings from the national collection, The Nature of Painting is an exhibition you won’t want to miss at the Modern Two – but there’s one Eardley painting that’s not currently on display, and has in fact recently been rediscovered.
Radar: Porty Festival 2026
Porty Festival returns to Portobello this May Bank Holiday with music from Mànran, beach markets, and free community events. Plan your seaside weekend here.
Interview with Gayle Chong Kwan: The Great Instauration
Edinburgh Reviews’ creative director Bronwen (AKA Birdy) leapt at the chance to attend a media call to view artist Gayle Chong Kwan’s The Great Instauration, and to have a chat with Gayle about her work.
Review: A Game of Crones
Braving Storm Dave for Game of Crones at the Traverse was well worth the effort. A&E Comedy offers a madcap, surreal defiance of ageing that is as visually striking as it is ferociously funny. A chaotic but charismatic 3.5 star odyssey.
The Best Places for Pizza in Edinburgh
Discover the best pizza in Edinburgh with our curated guide to the city’s top dough. From the wood-fired ovens of Leith’s Origano to the plant-based excellence of Novapizza, we explore the authentic spots that outshine the chains.
Review: Pierinos, a chippy in Leith
Winning awards for decades, Pierinos offers the best of Scottish takeaway culture. Whether you want a traditional haggis supper or a Turkish style pizza, the quality is consistent. A must-visit for anyone exploring the vibrant Leith Shore.