NEWS : Wrap Up Edition 23

So many wonderful things happening in the food and drink sector. Here’s a wee round up.

WAHACA - Are now doing Click and Collect or you can order via Deliveroo.

GREAT GROG - Online Zoom and Facebook tastings available. Check out their website for a full list of online classes.

BOXLOVE - Looking to send parcels of pure joy through the post. Have a look at Edinburgh company, Boxlove, who sources incredible Scottish products and builds a perfect parcel to send to friends, colleagues and loved ones.

EDINBURGH KOMBUCHA - There is a new kombucha in town and its made right here in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Kombucha is available in red and white. Red is packed with flavours of strawberries whilst White is the classic kombucha retaining its earthiness.

COURTYARD MARRIOTT EDINBURGH - are running a fabulous competition looking to reward an NHS Hero. A two night stay, a shopping voucher and chauffeur transport is up for grabs - it's the hotel's way of saying thank you to our amazing NHS workers. The competition is currently up here: https://www.facebook.com/CourtyardMarriottEdinburghWest/posts/2906655669564699

MODERN STANDARD COFFEE - have opened a new store in Edinburgh Bruntsfield. The Scottish brand, which has been supplying coffee to the likes of Five Guys, Amazon’s UK headquarters,  Locke Aparthotels, Ole and Steen as well as Sainsbury’s since 2015, is the brainchild of founder Lynsey Harley. Lynsey is one of the leading women in the UK coffee industry today, having been involved in the country’s booming speciality coffee industry since its inception, gaining some of its top accolades along the way*.

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HARVEY NICHOLS, EDINBURGH - have launched their new Christmas menus this week. The new menus include a three course Brasserie menu and a festive afternoon tea menu. In accordance with current Scottish Government guidelines, Harvey Nichols Edinburgh is serving non-alcoholic drinks only. Subsequently, the Bar is serving mocktails with a festive twist this season.

OLLIE AND IVY - not food but who doesn’t love a beautiful dining table and flowers always make it! Luxury floral designers who have just opened a brand new shop in Edinburgh’s Waverley Mall which was once Edinburgh’s famous flower market. Situated in The Cassette unit at Edinburgh’s Waverley Mall, next to the escalators taking you from Princes Street to Waverley Train Station. In prime location in the city, the luxury florist specialise in Events, Weddings, Workshops and Seasonal gifts for the festive season. They have teamed up with the lovely Mademoiselle Macaron for the perfect seasonal gifting this year of flowers and macarons. Weekly or monthly deliveries of decadent macarons and fresh flowers, available on a weekly, fortnightly and monthly subscription service, or as a one off gift, each delivery will contain a Jekyll & Yuletide bouquet and gift box of 6 or 12 handmade macarons.

CLASS BENTO - ClassBento connects anyone looking to try new experiences with top Australian and UK based artisans, creators and foodies. Experience a photography class in front of Sydney Opera House, switch off and try christmas wreath making, learn how to punch needle cockatoos or paint and sip in a virtual art class, with this unique website for creativity. There are hundreds of classes to choose from and I chose this Whisky Barrel Wreath Making class.
All the items you require are couriered to you prior to the class, you join in via Zoom and a great tutor like Kristen Hunter, will take you through the step by step process. Fantastic way to spend some down time and I loved being creative and having something to show for it.
I love my wreath, which not only smells beautiful with all the fresh eucalyptus but it'll last for years.
All info on their Insta page and website. These make for fantastic Christmas gifts for someone who has everything

UNORTHODOX ROASTERS - a Scottish coffee roastery with cafes in both Kinross and Stirling but also provide coffee, tea and hot chocolate to wholesale clients across the country. I love their coffee names like Wee Stoater. If you love your coffee, give them a try.

CHRISTMAS BY NICO - Traditional Christmas parties might have gone down the drain this year but you don’t need to give up on Christmas just yet. Christmas by Nico is a new and innovative way to host a Christmas party with your friends and colleagues - even from a distance. Think of it as a big delicious present containing everything you need for an engaging and enjoyable festive party, packed with virtual entertainment and of course, fabulous food and drink from the team behind Six by Nico restaurants.
To ensure your corporate Christmas dinner goes without a hitch, the newly launched HOME-X e-commerce platform, has introduced the Christmas by Nico: Festive Party Experience - delivering a delicious festive feast with all the trimmings (and wine, don't forget the wine!) straight to your door.

SCOTLAND STARTS HERE - With the festive season fast approaching, a virtual advent calendar is being launched to showcase and support producers, activity providers and tourism providers across the South of Scotland. Created by Scotland Starts Here, a campaign to showcase and support local businesses in the South of Scotland, the Christmas Starts Now, Christmas Starts Here virtual advent calendar is now live Scotland Starts Here - website. Behind each of the 24 calendar windows, Christmas shoppers will discover a unique and exclusive experience, gift or unexpected treasure, only available in the South of Scotland – and only available from the website. At the click of the mouse, shoppers from around the UK can shop safely from the comfort of their own home while supporting local businesses across the South of Scotland. With the region in Tier 2 of Covid restrictions, locals can also visit their local independent businesses and buy gifts in person. The range of gifts available include food and drink experiences, sport and outdoor activities, and unique overnight breaks. All of the 24 windows will go live at the same time and the gifts will only be available to purchase from 1-24 December 2020, with limited availability.

SPECTACLE OF LIGHT - Dalkeith Country Park’s festive light experience, the magical after-dark family adventure, Spectacle of Light 2020. After a successful first year, they’re excited to add even more magic to their festive special. Spectacle of Light will be running from 5th December 2020 – 3rd January 2021* and is designed to be enjoyed with family and friends exploring the night-time wonder of our adventure park Fort Douglas all lit under the stars. *Safety is of course our number one priority and we do monitor Government guidance closely.

Enjoy new light installations for 2020! The illuminated trail will take you across the winding river with its pixie lanterns and starbursts reflected in the water. Gaze at the carpet of colour and marvel at the beauty of the Orangerie from the incredible viewing platforms in Fort Douglas. Experience the magic of an illuminated Fort Douglas - where else can you play after-dark? Take an amazing journey up amongst the tree canopy in the magical Sky Maze and explore all the challenges of this fabulous play area. New this year is the addition of the mini-maze for the under 5’s!

WINGS - Edinburgh restaurant, Wings, is offering people the chance to gobble-up free chicken wings for life. This unique opportunity is being offered as one of many rewards for those who donate to their crowdfunding campaign, which starts today at noon [Friday the 4th of December, 2020.] The popular venue, much like other independent businesses, has fallen on hard times due to lockdown restrictions and the ever-shifting rules and regulations. After exhausting every other avenue, the business has turned to the community they serve to help save them from closing their doors forever. To donate, please head over to

HONEYCOMB & CO AND CHEF BARRY BRYSON COLLAB - have launched a new At Home Dining Experience. It’s £50 for 2 people for 3 courses. Order via Honeycomb and Co.

THE COLLAB EDINBURGH - 5 great Edinburgh food offerings bringing you one mahoosive feast suitable to fill 4 hungry bellies or 2 grazers over 2 days! 😁 @cafedomenico Brings you Nduja Mac n Cheese and dessert of Tiramisu.
@lishdishpies Brings you two of their best sellers. The Coop ~ Chicken and Tarragon and Inhaler ~ brutwurst with german style curry sauce.
@thepakorabar Brings you pakoras every way you like them and enough dip to keep dunking.
@the.mother.superior.bar Bring you your fill of BBQ chicken wings and more plus @pilotbeeruk beers and two of their ready made cocktails.
@mariachi_edinburgh brings you their utterly fabulous Pork Pibil Tacos and all the extras.
To order head to @the_collab_edi and click on the link in their bio.

JOHN GILMOUR BUTCHERS, EAST LOTHIAN - have opened their online shop in time for Christmas. 3rd generation butchers who have been going for 70 years bringing you the best meats including Lammermuir Organic Turkeys,

JACOBITE SPIRITS - looking for some boozy baubles for the tree, try these rumbaubles from Jacobite Spirits.

Thats all for now folks.

Adele x