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Radar: Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns (with early bird deal)

July 23, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

I fondly remember the ‘Chinese lanterns’ at Edinburgh Zoo, and this year, for the first time in years, giant lanterns are returning.

Radar: Foodies Festival 20th anniversary

May 5, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

The UK’s biggest touring food and music festival, affectionately known as ‘Gastro-Glastonbury’, started here in Edinburgh in 2005.

Radar: Heavenly Desserts’ week-long Valentine’s Day Special

January 27, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

This morning, a press release from Heavenly Desserts landed in my inbox. Birdy and I have been to the dessert parlour in Fountain Park, but neither of us has gotten around to writing a review.

Radar: Free bacon and ice cream sundaes from Edinburgh’s Bella Italia

July 22, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

The Carbonara Sundae features deliciously creamy vanilla gelato drizzled with white chocolate sauce, topped with bacon-flavoured crispies and Oreo biscuit crumbs.

Radar: Star Wars cocktails for May the 4th The Cauldron

April 30, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Fizzbox collaborates with The Cauldron in Edinburgh to host a Star Wars-themed cocktail event on May 4, featuring unique drinks, illustrated here with Star Wars LEGO displays.

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