Packing 30g of protein and only 1g of sugar, the Oko Chocolate Crunch bar offers solid chew and rich cocoa flavour. It blends cricket powder with whey for a practical, low-waste workout snack with zero gimmick factor.
Eat your fill with food and drink in Edinburgh
Ah, a favourite subject of ours! When it comes to food and drink in Edinburgh, the city is just brimming with restaurants, cafes, bistros, gastro pubs, pizzerias, chippies and just about everything else to tickle your fancy.
If you're looking to dine out, Girdy & Birdy are gradually eating their way through the 'Burgh and updating their restaurant experiences regularly, both on the blog, and - more frequently - through social media.
You don't even have to eat out, either! You can order in, with many delivery services (such as JustEat, Deliveroo and UberEats) happy to bring exactly what you want straight to your door. Food and drink in Edinburgh is always a delight!
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Review: Impossibrew Golden Ale, AF beer
Review of Impossibrew Golden Ale: We test the limited-edition 440ml functional alcohol-free beer for flavour, mouthfeel, price, and postal delivery.
Review: Whirlybird, a restaurant on Victoria Street
Whirlybird brings thoughtful cooking and relaxed warmth to Edinburgh’s Victoria Street. With clever dishes like chargrilled chicken with poached apricot, fair prices, and cracking drinks, it neatly dodges the tourist trap label.
Review: Chez Bernard, A French wine bar and bistro on Leith’s Shore
Overlooking the Shore, Chez Bernard pairs unpretentious bistro dining with an accessible French wine list. Expect generous planchettes, classic hot dishes, and friendly service in a spacious room that fits the waterfront neighbourhood perfectly.
Review: Creatime creatine & protein bar
Combining 15.6g of protein, 3g of creatine monohydrate, and collagen into a 141-calorie profile makes Creatime an exceptionally lean recovery option. The bite is light and soft, avoiding the dense chew and artificial aftertaste common to high-protein snacks. Direct orders require multi-pack commitments and site navigation can be clumsy, but the £2.40 per-bar economics beat forecourt retail pricing comfortably.
Review: The Oak & Amber, a bar and eatery on Ferry Road
Looking for an honest neighbourhood pub near Goldenacre? The Oak and Amber (Ember) pairs straightforward pub grub and cold lagers with pool tables and genuine local warmth. It makes a dependable, laid-back pitstop on northern Edinburgh walking routes.
Review: Boombites, red berry grapes
Are Boombites red berry grapes worth the superfood hype? We test Tesco store-bought packs in Edinburgh for taste, texture, and value.
Review: Coal Yard Tap, a pub on Ferry Road
Ditching old venue myths, Coal Yard Tap brings fresh energy to Ferry Road with Cross Borders craft beers and crisp artisan pizzas. The £15 pizza and pint deal is cracking value, backed by friendly service and a relaxed, dog-welcoming atmosphere.