Summer is the perfect season to immerse oneself in an array of food and drink festivals, new establishments, and special events. From the Royal Highland Show to the GWCT Scottish Game Fair, there are ample opportunities to sample an array of delicious offerings and meet talented producers. The Dundee Food Festival is poised to take over the City Square and Waterfront with food trucks, family-friendly activities, and delectable cuisine, including a pop-up restaurant helmed by renowned chef Gillian Veal at the V&A’s Tatha Restaurant.
This summer also brings with it a plethora of new restaurant and bar launches, with established venues expanding into new locations. In Edinburgh, the introduction of Ardfern, a café/bar/bottle shop adjacent to The Little Chartroom, has garnered commendable reviews for its exceptional breakfast offerings and pre/post-drink options. Meanwhile, in Glasgow, Frank’s and Crumbs have opened new locations, offering delightful pizza and ice-cream parlor treats, respectively.
As the sunshine inspires a wealth of innovative ideas, Ting Thai Caravan in Glasgow’s Byres Road is preparing for the West End’s Make Music Day with a Summer Noods Session, featuring complimentary drinks, DJ entertainment, and cocktail offers. In Edinburgh, ASKR, a recent fine dining establishment, is presenting an excellent value lobster special for lunch. Furthermore, Singapore Coffee House is hosting a special satay night, providing guests with the opportunity to savor a refreshing beverage alongside smoky skewers.
For those with a hearty appetite, the article also includes critiques of new dining establishments such as Margot, a café/wine bar in Edinburgh’s Bruntsfield, and Zhima, a new Chinese restaurant in Glasgow. It also highlights the prime locations for watching sports in both Edinburgh and Glasgow, and offers insight into Five At Phillies, a new collaborative dining experience thriving in Glasgow’s Shawlands.
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As the summer unfolds, there is no dearth of thrilling events and fresh venues to explore for those with a fervent passion for all things food and drink. Whether it involves relishing local delicacies at a festival, frequenting a new eatery, or partaking in special dining experiences, there is something for everyone to anticipate in this vibrant food and drink scene this season.