New data reveals Edinburgh has the UK’s worst gender gap for Christmas cleaning, with women doing 79% of the work. Read the full report on festive waste habits here.
Review: Scotland Loves Anime 2025
We review Scotland Loves Anime 2025 at the Cameo and Filmhouse. Discover the audience favourites and read our verdict on the festival’s booking complications.
Review: Origano, a serious contender for Leith’s best pizza
Origano on Leith Walk is a must-visit, offering a genuine claim to the “best pizza in Edinburgh” title. Watch chefs at the wood oven, enjoy the buzzing atmosphere, and eat sensational pizza. A show of good taste for any date or family meal.
Review: Topolabamba – Fast, fresh Mexican flavours on Lothian Road
Need a quick, flavourful bite in Edinburgh’s City Centre? Topolabamba delivers. This busy Mexican restaurant nails its street food classics. While not ideal for large groups, it’s perfect for 2-4 people. Service is quick and impressively attentive.
Edinburgh’s Christmas Market Returns: Seven Tonnes of Mulled Gin, Local Discounts, and the Best Views in the City
Read our first-hand experience of the 2025 Edinburgh Christmas Market. We ride the Big Wheel, find 7 tonnes of gin, and detail the 20% discount for locals.
Review: Buck’s Bar: Big Chicken Burgers and Rock ‘n’ Roll on Grindlay Street
Bucks Bar on Grindlay Street gets a top rating. While the Hanover St branch is moodier, Grindlay St wins on food. Expect huge, spicy buttermilk chicken burgers, sweet potato fries, and a fun vibe with friendly, busy staff. Save room for the cheesecake!
Review: The Chanter, a City Centre Sports Bar
The Chanter is a reliable sports bar, perfect for a quick, “cost-effective” bite before a cinema trip. Food is “pretty good” (try the mac & cheese), but the venue is noisy and the QR code menu is frustratingly incomplete.
Review: Acai Bros, Rodney Street’s Healthy Indulgence
Acai Bros on Rodney Street is a go-to for local workers seeking a healthy indulgence. These freshly made acai bowls are packed with superfoods but can be calorific. It’s a no-frills spot, perfect for a takeaway “emotional pick me up.”