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Radar: Drexler’s Olympia-5 at the Pianodrome

February 9, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Australian composer Drexler joins forces with filmmaker Mark Cousins for the Olympia-5 album launch at Edinburgh’s Pianodrome this February.

Review: Piggs – A Spanish Tapas Triumph in Bruntsfield

January 22, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Finally visited Piggs Bruntsfield and it didn’t disappoint. A fantastic mix of wine bar energy and serious tapas. The ‘3 tapas per person’ rule works well here. Booking is essential for this 5-star Spanish experience. Highly recommended.

Review: The Golf Tavern – A historic sports pub on Bruntsfield Links

January 6, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Facing the Links, The Golf Tavern blends student vibes with 500 years of history. Great for watching the match or grabbing a burger deal. The staff are friendly, if overworked, and the Edgefield bangers are a highlight. A lively, iconic spot.

Review of Pekoe Tea, Bruntsfield

October 16, 2012 by Andrew Girdwood 1 Comment

Potential customers walked in, looked at the menu in horror and then fled while we sat and enjoyed the tea at Pekoe Tea. The pair – let’s use the phrase “Morningside Ladies” to describe them – probably fled for the very reason this blogger and partner had made the trek from Leith to visit Pekoe […]

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