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Foodie’s Guide to the Pleasance at the Fringe 25

August 13, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

The Edinburgh Fringe isn’t just about shows; it’s also a feast for the taste buds. The Pleasance Courtyard and its neighbouring venues, run by the Edinburgh University Students’ Association, are buzzing with some of the city’s best local food and drink vendors.

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.

Girdy & Birdy Review: Mimi’s Bakehouse, Market Street

November 5, 2023 by Girdy & Birdy Leave a Comment

Mimi’s Bakehouse on Market Street offers a great selection of sandwiches, all-day brunch and sweet treats! It’s a great little pick-me-up, and always a pleasure.

Review: Halloween afternoon tea at Mimi’s Bakehouse, Leith

October 22, 2023 by Bronwen Winter Phoenix Leave a Comment

I got really excited when I saw Mimi’s Bakehouse advertising a special Halloween afternoon tea, and knew that it wouldn’t take much persuading to get Girdy onboard for that one, either! Hence, this is something the both of us had really been looking forward to.

A review of Mimi’s Hatch

September 6, 2021 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Wow, gorgeous and unhealthy. I’m very tempted to go back next Sunday.

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