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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: Jars, desserts and coffee by Lister Square

November 3, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Jars offer delicious and generously sized treats at a reasonable price, with flavours like Chocolate S’mores and Red Velvet Cheesecake.

Review: Kaleidoscope Bar, 28 Queen Street

October 4, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

The Kaleidoscope Bar in Edinburgh offers a delightful experience with its impressive whisky selection, welcoming atmosphere, and top-notch hospitality.

Review: Stone Fired Artisan Pizza, Newhaven

September 30, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood 1 Comment

I’m fussy about my pizza, so let me break it to you – Stone Fired Artisan Pizza is a contender!

Review: The Wanderer’s Rest cookie test

September 29, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

“Hey, can we be part of that test?” a week or so later some delicious cookies appeared!

Wine Review: Iron Maiden Darkest Red from Laithwaites

September 4, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood 1 Comment

I’ll admit it! I ordered Iron Maiden Darkest Red 2021 after an ad campaign caught my attention, and then a host of negative reviews caught my interest.

Review: Everything can be made better when you have pasta by Tipo (Hanover Street)

August 29, 2024 by Bronwen Winter Phoenix Leave a Comment

If you’re looking to go for a meal somewhere that feels a bit special, Tipo is an excellent choice. Conveniently central, it ticks all the boxes and delivers an incredible dining experience that ensures you’ll want to return.

Edinburgh Fringe 24: What food can you get at the Pleasance?

July 31, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood 2 Comments

The Edinburgh University Students’ Association runs or controls the city’s iconic Pleasance Dome and Courtyard locations. With the Pleasance Theatre Trust, they’ve arranged for some local favourites and some exciting newcomers to sell food at the venues.

Review: Informatics Gin from Gleann Mor

July 28, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

University of Edinburgh and Gleann Mor have a made Informatics Gin… and don’t call it Ginformatics.

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