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Review: The Leith Jazz and Blues Festival 2026

June 13, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

A vibrant three-day celebration of live music that transforms the historic pubs and independent breweries of Leith and Newhaven into a dynamic cultural trail.

Edinburgh’s most Instagrammable pubs

November 18, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

I popped into The False Widow (previously Smoke and Mirrors) and was inspired to call it “Edinburgh’s most Instagrammable pub”.

Review of the Old Chain Pier, Granton

March 3, 2014 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

There’s a sign on the wall that says; “We don’t do fast food”. It’s not there as a bluff. There are two reasons why I’ve always had to wait when I’ve gone to the Old Chain Pier; it’s busy, and they don’t rush. It’s worth the wait. In fact, I’ve tried chilli beef nachos across […]

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