Food and Drink
Glasgow restaurateurs serve 10,000 meals during 'Dinearound'
Members of Glasgow Restaurateurs’ Association (GRA) are on track to beat their target of serving over 10,000 meals during this year’s Celtic Connections Dinearound 2010.
Kids struggle to identify food origins
Almost two thirds of school children struggle to identify the origins of everyday food products they consume, according to a new survey being published this week.
Virginia wine earns international recognition
Veramar Vineyard’s 2007 Cabernet Franc garnered one of the highest scores ever awarded to a Virginia wine by Wine Enthusiast magazine. Calling the wine “seductive” and highlighting the complex layers of blackberry, plum and cinnamon, the tasting panel found the wine to be among the best with a score of 87.
A taste of South Africa
TV chef Sophie Michell has developed a range of delicious recipes which all feature South African fruits.
Iconic Soho restaurant reopens
Soho’s iconic Indian restaurant, The Red Fort will open this February after it was ravaged by the fire that swept through Soho last July, which took 100 fire fighters over 12 hours to get under control.
Six figure revamp for popular Edinburgh venue
The Living Room on Edinburgh’s George Street will undergo a major refurbishment thanks to a £3 million investment package from new owners The Orchid Group, the UK’s largest independent managed pub and restaurant operator.
Cook up the feel good factor this Valentine’s
For couples planning a cosy night in this Valentine’s Day – Loaves, fishes and more – the charity cookbook devised by insurer Congregational & General, will feed their inspiration for romantic dishes with ‘feel good’ ingredients.
Claire Sweeney adds glamour to Park Agent Awards
TV celebrity Claire Sweeney surprised guests at the Park Christmas Savings Awards on Saturday night when she arrived wearing a gorgeous blue sequined mini-dress. No one expected Claire to travel all the way up from London to the Awards on The Wirral but she didn't want to miss the most important night of the year for the Park agents and staff.
£20.10 for 2010: A dining offer from The Forge
Set in the heart of Covent Garden, The Forge is one of three restaurants in the area from owner Robert Seigler. It provides a relaxed atmosphere complimented by elegant décor and excellent service.
Menzies Welcombe Hotel to host Chateau du Seuil wine evening
The Menzies Welcombe Hotel Spa & Golf Club is to host a special gourmet dinner and fine wines evening on Friday 12 March starting at 7:30pm. The wines are being supplied by the award-winning Chateau du Seuil from Bordeaux in France.
The Yorke Arms in Ramsgill makes Harden’s top ten
The Yorke Arms in Ramsgill, North Yorkshire is celebrating its latest achievement, reaching Harden’s Top Ten Restaurants in the UK 2010.
Squeeze most out fruity weekend
Enjoy a Valentine’s weekend with a difference this year, by getting fruity and squeezing the ultimate enjoyment out of a fabulous, food-focused event.
Waitrose top of the shops while Aldi and Lidl trump ‘big four’
Waitrose is the UK's favourite supermarket while bargain superstores Aldi and Lidl came joint third in a survey from consumer champion Which?.
Feed your passion this Valentine’s Day
At the most romantic time of year, why would you want to spend hours in the kitchen when Scottish mail order butchers Donald Russell can take care of it all in minutes?
Give romance a miss this Valentine’s Day
Give romance a miss this Valentine’s Day, make some calls and treat yourself to lunch or a night in with the girls.