Combining cosmic animal sculptures like baby space penguins with bustling hillside hospitality, Edinburgh Zoo’s 2026 Giant Lanterns is an unmissable winter light trail in the Scottish capital.
Review: Kongz, a smash burger spot on Princes Street
Princes Street has a new smash burger contender. Glasgow-born Kongz serves Aberdeen Angus patties so juicy they come with disposable gloves, alongside chicken pakora and German doner pizza. Messy, bold, and easily beats the chain next door.
Review: The Starbank Inn, a coastal pub in Newhaven
The Starbank Inn offers dependable seaside dining with stunning waterfront views across to Fife. Expect generous comfort classics, welcoming staff, and a relaxed dog-friendly lounge bridging local community charm with timeless pub tradition.
Review: The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant, afternoon tea under NGS
Set beneath the Scottish National Gallery, Contini delivers a premium afternoon tea with savoury mackerel scones and petit fours. Advance booking is mandatory for the £40 sitting, which includes limitless tea refills and postcard garden views.
Review: L’Alba D’Oro, A legendary chippy on Henderson Row
Decades of awards and a wall-mounted crocodile welcome walk-in diners at L’Alba D’Oro. The fryers cook to order rather than stacking heat lamps, delivering piping hot haddock and chips that easily outshine modern city takeaway competition.
Review: OCA, acai bowls in Stockbridge
Craving genuine Brazilian açaí in Edinburgh? Oca delivers nutrient-packed superfood bowls and warm pão de queijo. Head downstairs to the spacious basement tables to escape the rain and refuel on natural energy.
The Man Who Fell to Earth 50th anniversary 4K release arrives in Edinburgh
David Bowie stars as Thomas Jerome Newton in the 50th anniversary rerelease of The Man Who Fell to Earth, screening at Edinburgh venues this November.
Radar: St. James Christmas Lights switch on
Find out what to expect at the St James Quarter Christmas Light Switch-On in Edinburgh this November, featuring Forth 1 presenters and Mission Christmas.