Okay, hands up! I’m terribly late with my review of The Bullfinch, a pub in Leith. In a previous life, it was The Pond, but it has had new owners for two years now. I’ve been popping in since it became The Bullfinch, and despite not drinking as much as I used to, I really […]
A review of One Canon, a pizza pub in Canonmills
A true indie of a pub, with an excellent vibe, a fantastic range of drinks, comfortable tables, a supply of board games and a proper pizza set up. This ethical relax zone makes excellent pizzas at incredibly fair prices, is open late and should be on your to-visit list.
A review of Passey’s, a cafe bar and bistro in Portobello
A fantastic small restaurant on Portobello high street that’s reason enough to visit Edinburgh’s seaside town. The food is incredible, staff friendly and the venue warm and fun. And they do coffee.
A review of The Bonnington Leith, a pub near Pilrig Park
It’s a little out of the way for pedestrians but worth the walk. The Bonnington Leith is a solid recommendation from me.
A review of The Herringbone, Goldenacre
I regret not taking the time to visit The Herringbone sooner, and I’m delighted I eventually had lunch there. The food is delicious, staff friendly and the atmosphere welcoming. I’m already planning a return visit.
Have you seen The Banshee Labyrinth dancing skeletons?
Here’s a clever video from Edinburgh’s very own The Banshee Labyrinth. See what happens at night when the skeletons come out to play. The Banshee crew suggest the best way to enjoy the video is with HD on and the sound turned up. The pub, which claims to be Scotland’s most haunted, is at 29-35 […]
5 of the so-called best pubs in Edinburgh, do you agree?
Back in 2013 Kaplan International whisked up a survey, talked to students and produced their “What to do In Edinburgh” infographic. There were some no brainers in the list – Edinburgh Castle being rated as number one tourist attraction, Princes Street coming top for shopping, etc – but I thought it would be fun to […]
A review of The Queens Arms, City Centre
The Food and Drink The ‘Gastro Pub of the Year’ title makes The Queens Arms stand out from Edinburgh’s many other city-centre, pub grub spots. If there is ever hesitation about eating somewhere, you can always rely on an award to give you that little push in the right direction. This was not my first […]