Giant burgers and generously loaded fries from a friendly little takeaway across the road from Fountain Park. Recommended!
Review: Mowgli, an Indian restaurant in the city centre
Mowgli offers a fun and tasty experience with its Indian street food-inspired small plates, perfect for sharing and trying various flavours, though spice levels are mild.
Review: The Fat Pizza, a pizza takeaway near Meadowbank
among the first in Edinburgh to try the supersized pizza from Fat Pizza. It’s perfect for parties or gatherings with friends, but ensure the delivery distance doesn’t compromise its temperature.
Review: Hot Toddy, A Scottish restaurant near the Royal Mile
Hot Toddy on Jeffrey Street is a fantastic Scottish restaurant with friendly service and delicious food. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, it’s a great place to experience Edinburgh’s culinary scene.
Review: Guy Masterson’s A Christmas Carol
Guy Masterson’s solo performance of “A Christmas Carol” at the Assembly Roxy is a powerful rendition of the classic, perfect for getting into the festive spirit, but may not hold the attention of young teens and comes with pricey bar costs.
Review: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh’s Christmas lights 2024
I’ve mixed feelings about the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (aka The Botanics) Christmas lights.
Edinburgh’s most Instagrammable pubs
I popped into The False Widow (previously Smoke and Mirrors) and was inspired to call it “Edinburgh’s most Instagrammable pub”.
Coffee Christmas 2024: Costa versus Caffe Nero’s crackers
I drink a lot of coffee and try to drink locally at places like Coffee Tepuy, but I have a Costa Coffee and a Caffe Nero loyalty app on my phone.