In the UK, Scotland is certainly one of the best places for a short break, and undoubtedly Edinburgh with its ancient history, massive castle, pubs, restaurants, and annual citywide events, is the perfect location for a bachelor party to remember. Get the timing right The first thing to contemplate is the timing of the visit. [...]
5 of the Swankiest Restaurants in Edinburgh
Visitors to Edinburgh could be forgiven for arriving with slight apprehension around the food and restaurants that are going to be on offer. They may be fearful of being fed all their food deep fried and greasy, however this common stereotype couldn’t be further from the truth. There is no need to settle for generic [...]
3 Top Tips for Planning Scottish Road Trips [Infographic]
You all know that I am no stranger to a road trip; in fact, my most memorable Scottish experiences are those found after long, almost painful drives, only to arrive at jaw-dropping vistas, fairytale castles, and engulfing forests that leave one with the feeling that forest gnomes may appear from around the corner. People always [...]
What’s New In Edinburgh
If you’re looking for something new in Edinburgh here are a few of the most recent additions to the city to tempt your senses on your vacation. New Edinburgh Venue The Annexe – What makes this such a trendy and popular new venue is the big smoking garden. The night club is attached to The [...]
Itihaas, a Unique Indian Dining Experience
The city of Edinburgh is completely littered with forgettable Indian restaurants; however, if you’re willing to venture just 20 minutes down the road, the ancient burgh of Dalkeith maintains one of area’s most unique Indian dining experiences available in Scotland. Located right in the heart of Dalkeith, Itihaas serves a wide array of Indian and [...]
Comfortable Italian: A Dinner Date at Al Dente
Al Dente is a bijou Italian Trattoria tucked away on Easter Road, not my usual stomping ground but as I had a date with The Phantom at The Playhouse it seemed like a good opportunity to check it out. Italian food is a favourite of mine and the glowing reviews I’d read online gave me [...]
Cranachan and Crowdie: The Crown Jewel on the Royal Mile
Cranachan and Crowdie is the latest addition to Edinburgh’s bustling Royal Mile. The purveyor of fine Scottish food and drink recently opened its door in its bright new premises on the Canongate. The mile is jammed packed with false tartan and tinny bagpipe music, but there is nothing garish or mass produced about these products, [...]
A Dose of Edinburgh, Just What the Doctor Ordered!
Since the Edinburgh Medical School opened its door in 1727 students and academics have flocked to the city to study the human body in all its complexities. According to historians and medical practitioners alike Edinburgh is synonymous with Medical History. The city was certainly the hub of Scottish enlightenment, from banking to literature, music to [...]
Cakes, Crumbs and Creme Patissiere in Edinburgh
When I’m visiting the European continent, one thing that always stand out to me is the prominence of exceptional baking. There is nothing that I love more when wandering around French towns, Italian villages or Greek streets than the smell of freshly baked bread, sweet pastries and tart cooked fruit. I’ve felt for a long [...]
Universities in Edinburgh
A lot of friends visiting Edinburgh ask me if the city is a college town, to which I always say yes. I used to live in the Old Town, and in fact my gym (just 2 blocks away) was a University gym – it was a great gym. I also was typically outnumbered in the [...]
