Over one-in-four Scottish voters said the single most impactful decision Government could do to help the sector is to make business rates fair
One-in-ten say that their MP has spoken up for the sector and just 7% say that their MP is doing enough to protect pubs
Ahead of the local elections, the Long Live the Local campaign calls on MPs to make pubs a priority
Scottish voters blame Government when their local closes, new research conducted by the Long Live the Local campaign and More in Common research reveals.
Campaigners say that the survey, which found that 48% of the Scottish public blames either national or local government when a pub closes, should act as a warning to politicians ahead of the local elections that they must prioritise the sector.
When asked what would save the sector, the plurality of voters (26%) said that making business rates fair for pubs would be the best decision.
Despite the strong feelings voters in Scotland have for their local pub, few felt that their local MP was sufficiently engaged on the issue.
These results follow additional support for Scottish pubs, showing that many voters clearly believe that there is still more to be done to truly protect Britain’s pubs.
Only 10% of voters said that their MP had spoken up for the sector, whilst just 7% said that their MP had done enough to support pubs in their constituency.
Emma McClarkin, CEO of the Scottish Beer and Pub Association, said: “Despite recent important support from the Government and the many MPs across all political parties that champion pubs and brewers, voters clearly believe that there is still more to be done.
“Pubs are the soul of the community, create jobs, and, with a quarter of a million people joining our Long Live the Local campaign that supports the people behind the pint, including thousands in Scotland, it’s no wonder people care about them so much.
“What the public want is a fair tax system for pubs, one that keeps business competitive and recognises their unique role as valuable spaces for communities across the country.
“With the local elections right around the corner, it’s key for candidates to recognise just how important pubs are for so many and to back their local.
“We’re calling on the Government to continue to work with us and deliver permanent business rates reform, lower employment costs, cut beer duty and VAT to save countless locals who are burdened with huge regulatory costs.”
Luke Tryl, Executive Director at More in Common, said: “One thing comes through really strongly in this polling, the British public really care about pubs, they think they are a central part of their community and they don’t think the Government is doing enough to protect them.
“In fact, over half of British voters blame national or local government for pub closures and want to see politicians at all levels doing more to stand up for them. At a time when the Government already finds itself struggling with a restless electorate a wave of further pub closures will only reinforce the frustration that those in charge are unable or unwilling to deliver for local communities across Britain.
“On the flipside taking action on issues like rates is one way the Government can show that it gets it, recognises the value of pubs and gets the public back onside.”
The Scottish Beer and Pub Association’s Long Live the Local campaign launched in 2018 to raise awareness of the UK’s alarming rate of pub closures.
Currently standing at over 250,000 supporters from all over the country, the campaign encourages people to support the people behind the pint.
New research finds most children fall short of their five-a-day
The Tesco Free Fruit & Veg for Schools programme hits more Edinburgh schools, as new research finds most children fall short of their five-a-day
Less than 1 in 10 Edinburgh children currently eat their recommended five-a-day, according to new research
Ambition to help one million school children across the UK access free fruit and vegetables through Tesco school and community programmes by July 2029
Tesco invites children to create fun fruit & veg-packed recipes, with winning dish served in over 1,500 schools to mark expansion of its Free Fruit & Veg for Schools programme
To encourage children to be more adventurous with fruit & veg, Tesco is launching the Giant Fruit & Veg Challenge. To find out more and how to enter, visit www.tescoplc.com/fruitandvegchallenge
Less than 1 in 10 Edinburgh children eat their recommended five portions of fruit and vegetables on a typical school day, with 8.70% of parents saying their child only eats one piece of fruit and veg per day, according to new research from Tesco.
But the findings also show what does work when it comes to getting five a day into kids with more than half (73.91%) of Edinburgh parents and carers say their child is more likely to eat fruit and veg when they can choose it themselves, and making food fun or visually creative encourages their children to try more.
So, to help more children get more of their five-a-day and the nutritious food they need to learn, Tesco is doubling its Free Fruit & Veg for Schools programme from September, with the aim of doubling the programme again the following year. And the results to date speak for themselves, with 94% of teachers nationwide reporting improved behaviour among pupils taking part.
The new research further highlights why schemes like Free Fruit & Veg for Schools matter. Children tend to stick to familiar favourites, with fruit far more common than vegetables in their diets, and many parents say repeated refusal shapes what they buy at home. Just over half of Edinburgh parents (56.52%) say they have stopped buying or serving certain fruit or vegetables after their child repeatedly refused them. By contrast, pupils taking part in Free Fruit & Veg for Schools have collectively sampled more than 100 different varieties of fruit and vegetables, helping to broaden tastes and encourage healthier choices.
To encourage and inspire children to be more adventurous with fruit and veg and to celebrate the expansion of its Free Fruit & Veg for Schools programme, Tesco is launching the Giant Fruit & Veg Challenge**.
The competition invites children to dream up their own fruit and veg-packed dish, with the winning recipe shared on menus across the UK and in Tesco’s programme. The challenge is supported and judged by JLS star turned farmer JB Gill, and his son Ace, alongside a panel of experts and nutritionists.
Along with its Fruit & Veg Grants and Free Fruit for Kids in its stores, Tesco aims to support thousands more local children in getting more of the good stuff. Customers will be able to help grow the programme with Tesco donating every time customers buy fruit and veg at Tesco up until 24 May.
LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 21: <> during the Tesco Giant Fruit And Veg Challenge on April 21, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images for Tesco)
Ken Murphy, Tesco Group CEO, said: “We’ve set out an ambition to help one million children get free fruit and veg through our school and community programmes, supporting the development of healthy habits.
“Schools have told us what a positive impact the Tesco Free Fruit & Veg for Schools programme has already made, so we’re delighted to be able to double the number of schools receiving support from September.”
Elaine Hindal, Chief Executive of the British Nutrition Foundation, said: “A significant number of children in the UK are growing up with diets that don’t support their health.
“Early food experiences matter, as they can help to shape children’s confidence, habits and long‑term health outcomes.
“By helping children enjoy and regularly eat fruit and vegetables from a young age, programmes like Tesco Free Fruit & Veg for Schools can help to make a lasting difference to diet and health now and in the future.”
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Recipe for Change launches a citizen-led call for a healthier, fairer food system, with the public urged to add their name
New Citizens’ Charter, based on citizen workshops and polling, urges ministers to back calls to stand up to big food companies and make healthy food more affordable
Almost half of the British public (47%) say it is harder to eat a balanced diet now than it was 20 years ago
60% say eating a balanced diet is hard
Of those, 81% say one reason for this is rising food prices and 70% say less healthy food is often cheaper than healthier options
79% of Britons say government should be doing more to make a balanced diet affordable and 84% saying food companies should be doing more
Nearly eight in ten people (79%) are not confident that food companies will cut sugar, salt and saturated fat levels without government intervention
The polling underpins a new Citizens’ Charter from Recipe for Change, calling for tougher action on the food industry and building pressure for stronger regulation on food businesses
A major new public campaign launched by Recipe for Change, a coalition of 45 organisations led by Sustain, The Food Foundation and the Obesity Health Alliance, is sending a clear message to government and industry that people want their health to be prioritised alongside corporate profit-makings.
New YouGov polling reveals almost half of the British public (47%) think it is harder to eat a balanced diet now than 20 years ago, with a food system that makes unhealthy choices cheap, prominent and hard to avoid, while healthier options remain too expensive for many families.
The polling is part of a new Citizens’ Charter, developed by people across the UK and launched by Recipe for Change, urging the public to sign a collective call to ministers to take tougher action on the food industry.
Among Britons who say it is hard to eat a balanced diet now, more than eight in ten (81%) say one reason for this is rising food prices, and 70% say it is because less healthy food costs less than healthier options. Among the entire population, there is also a clear sense that both government and industry are falling short, with 79% saying government should be doing more to make it affordable to achieve a balanced diet, and 84% saying companies themselves should be doing more.
Kate Howard, Children’s Food Campaign Coordinator at Sustain, said:“Food companies are incredibly good at innovation when there’s a profit in it, and I see no reason why that same drive can’t be turned towards making healthier food the easy, affordable option. Clearer rules benefit everyone, including industry.
“The people across the UK who developed the calls in this charter showed just how frustrated they are and how much they want change. That’s why we’re urging everyone to add their name. The more people who sign, the harder it is for government and industry to look the other way.”
The findings also point to deep public scepticism about voluntary action from the food industry. Nearly eight in ten people (79%) are not confident that companies will reduce the levels of sugar, salt and saturated fat in their products without government intervention.
Almost two thirds (63%) also think that supermarkets and companies that make food have increased prices by more than necessary to boost profits.
Out of the 95% of people who said they think food prices have generally gone up in the past year, only 3% cited health or environmental regulations as a reason among a list of options.
This comes as analysis by OC&C and The Grocer found that the UK’s 10 largest packaged food and drink manufacturers posted combined operating profits of more than £1.7 billion in 2025.
Support for tougher action is strong. Almost three quarters of the public (73%) would back legislation to regulate sugar and saturated fat levels in food, with similarly high support for regulations on the levels of salt in food (70%).
There is also backing for the principle that companies should contribute to the damage linked to the products they sell, with 61% saying they think food and drink companies that sell products high in salt, sugar, and/or saturated fat should be required to help fund the costs of treating ill health related to such products.
Dr Amos Ogunkoya, BHF Health Ambassador says: “As a doctor, I’ve seen that a poor diet is one of the biggest threats to our health in this country, and it’s not down to bad choices, it’s down to a bad system. Unhealthy food is cheap, it’s everywhere, and it’s heavily marketed. Healthy food is more expensive and hard to find. That has to change.
“We’ve seen what’s possible – the sugar levy proved that when government acts, industry follows. We need that same boldness now, across the whole food system. That’s why I’m backing this Charter and urging everyone to add their name.”
The Citizens’ Charter will gather signatures over the coming months before being handed in to MPs in Westminster this autumn, demonstrating growing concern about unhealthy food environments and public support for stronger regulation across the food system, including as part of the implementation of the NHS 10 Year Health Plan and Government’s Food Strategy.
By the time they reach their first year of school, children in the most deprived fifth of the population are almost twice as likely to be living with obesity as those in the least deprived fifth. On average, children are eating less than half the recommended amount of fruit and vegetables, while consuming around twice the recommended amount of sugar.
While families are being squeezed and food-related ill health is rising, many of the businesses currently driving unhealthy diets continue to generate strong returns with the government urgently needing to ensure commercial incentives aren’t designed to support this. There is too little accountability, and it is children who are paying the price through worsening health.
Backers of the Charter, which include the British Heart Foundation and Impact on Urban Health, say voluntary action has failed and that ministers must now act with more confidence. The campaign is calling for a healthier, fairer food system and for stronger safeguards to prevent food companies from weakening or delaying public health policy behind closed doors. With public support clear and growing, the time for bolder action is now.
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Katharine Jenner, Executive Director, Obesity Health Alliance said:“At a time when families are struggling with expensive shopping baskets, the public can see exactly where the pressure is coming from – almost two thirds believe food companies have increased prices beyond what is necessary to protect profits, while only 3% think regulation is to blame for higher food prices.
“With the 10 Year Health Plan and the forthcoming food strategy, government has a major opportunity to supercharge its moonshot to end the obesity epidemic by creating a food system that makes healthier choices easier, more affordable and more accessible for every family.”
John Maingay, Director of Policy at the British Heart Foundation, said:“Poor diet is fuelling ill‑health across the UK, including high blood pressure, obesity and heart disease. Too much salt, sugar and unhealthy fat hidden in everyday food is putting millions of hearts at risk, and it’s simply not fair to keep asking families to ‘choose better’ in a food system stacked against them.
“That’s why we’re backing this campaign and calling on government to take decisive, mandatory action to ensure food companies make everyday food healthier, so healthier choices are affordable, accessible and the easy choice for everyone.”
Dr Kawther Hashem, Senior Lecturer in Public Health Nutrition and Head of Research and Impact at Action on Salt & Sugar based at Queen Mary University of London said: “It’s never been clearer that people across the country want and deserve food that is both healthier and more affordable – yet government and the food industry continue to fall short.
“We have decades of evidence showing food can be made with far less salt and sugar, but as the polling shows, nearly 8 in 10 people don’t believe this will happen without strong government action.
For too long, responsibility for making better choices has been unfairly pushed onto families, even when the system works so hard against them, driving record levels of diet-related ill health. Signing the Charter is an important way for the public to demand change, take back control, and call for a food system built on transparency, accountability and public health, not profit.
“The findings echo what citizens have said in campaign focus groups and that is people are tired of being told to “make better choices” in a food environment that is stacked against them and fundamentally unfair.”
Dr Hannah Brinsden, Head of Policy and Advocacy, The Food Foundation, said:“This research brings to life the challenges felt by citizens up and down the country with accessing healthy and affordable food.
“We know voluntary action doesn’t work – we need strong government directions and policies to level the playing field and ensure that all companies play their role in supporting citizens to access the healthy and affordable food they clearly want.
“The NHS Plan set out a clear vision – but we know there’s much more that can be done to shift the incentives in our system to support good growth for businesses, while also protecting our health.”
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All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc. Total sample size was 2087 adults. Fieldwork was undertaken between 9th – 10th March 2026. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all GB adults (aged 18+).
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Too many people across the UK can’t find or afford healthy food where they live. Families are having to fight the system just to feed their kids well. And children are growing up in food environments that work against them, not for them.
@edincomfood believe everyone deserves access to healthy, affordable food, no matter where they live. That’s why we’re backing this citizen-led call for a food system that works better for all of us.
We’re excited to reveal the shortlisted finalists for the Scottish Street Food Awards 2026, returning to The Pitt this year. All eleven will be serving up at The Pitt from Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd May.
The Champions award will be judged by a team of foodie experts, with the People’s Choice chosen by the public over the course of the weekend. The winners will be announced at 3pm on Sunday, 3 May, and will go on to compete in the British Street Food Awards later in the year.
This year’s line-up is a celebration of creativity, culture and craft – a group of traders bringing personal stories, bold ideas and serious flavour to Scotland’s street food scene.
Meet the finalists:
Brocail is a food trailer focused on reimagined, seasonal dishes using local Scottish and UK produce. Born from a community allotment project and seasonal supper clubs, their menu continues to celebrate fresh, nutritious food with a low-impact ethos. For the awards, they’ll showcase homemade paneer using Jersey cow milk from The Wee Dairy in Perthshire, with dishes like Paneer Kofta highlighting both the quality of the produce and creative use of its whey by-product. Follow on instagram.
D & N Sushi: A family-run business based in Moray, D&N Sushi is reimagining what sushi can be in a street food setting. Their signature Sushi-Dog swaps out the traditional bun for crispy panko-coated sushi rice, filled with bold ingredients like salmon, prawn, crab or chicken and finished with their own sauces. It’s creative, unexpected and designed to surprise – a fresh take on Japanese-inspired street food that’s as eye-catching as it is delicious. Follow on instagram.
Eat Ko:te is built on a simple philosophy: fire, smoke, salt and time create the richest flavours. Inspired by traditional charcoal cooking, the business operates with a rare combination of a Josper oven and Kasai grill – a setup almost unheard of in a street food trailer. From smoky grilled meats to scallops cooked over intense heat with garlic butter and crispy panko, every dish reflects both technical skill and a deep personal connection to the ingredients. Follow on instagram.
Ember: Based in Fife, Ember is a premium live-fire food concept built around a custom 20ft container kitchen designed specifically for wood and charcoal cooking. Their approach bridges the gap between restaurant-quality dining and street food accessibility, with a menu centred on panuozzo, premium burgers and grilled meats and vegetables. Every dish is driven by fire – creating bold, smoky flavours that showcase both technique and high-quality produce. Follow on instagram.
Far Out Bao: is a deeply personal concept rooted in Filipino heritage and inspired by the bold, balanced flavours of Hawaii. Created from a love of comforting, expressive food, the menu centres around soft, pillowy bao buns filled with sweet, salty, tangy and smoky elements. It’s a concept that blends cultural influence with storytelling – bringing a taste of the Pacific to Scotland’s street food scene in a way that feels both joyful and unexpected. Follow on instagram.
Hungarian Chimney Cake (Tekerch): Bringing a taste of Hungarian tradition to Edinburgh, Tekerch Chimney Cake combines food and theatre in equal measure. Each chimney cake is rolled, baked and caramelised fresh in front of customers, creating a sensory experience that’s as memorable as the taste itself. Crisp on the outside, soft within and finished with a range of sweet toppings, their offering blends nostalgia, craftsmanship and visual appeal – a true street food experience. Follow on instagram.
Jamie’s Backyard Slice: Rooted in Scottish food culture and personal memory, Jamie’s Backyard Slice takes the classic pizza crunch and elevates it with quality ingredients and attention to detail. Using a quarter pizza, dipped in Tennent’s lager batter and deep fried, each portion is finished with parmesan, oregano and hot honey. It’s a dish that taps into nostalgia – from school lunches to late-night chippy runs – while delivering something bigger, bolder and more refined. Follow on instagram.
Naughty Boi Smashburgers: Born from years spent working in food trucks across Scotland, Naughty Boi is the result of a shared obsession with doing smash burgers properly. After countless test runs (with friends as willing guinea pigs), the team launched their own concept – focused on quality Scottish beef, locally sourced buns and flavours that don’t get lost. Still relatively new, but backed by serious experience, Naughty Boi delivers crispy-edged, flavour-packed burgers that reflect both craft and personality. Follow on instagram.
The Peruvian brings bold, authentic flavours straight from Peru, serving the dishes the founder grew up eating – big, vibrant and unapologetically full of flavour. From classics like Lomo Saltado to tequeños, wings and salchipapas, it’s proper hands-on street food. Now evolving beyond the classics, the menu is expanding to include rotisserie chicken, smoked meats, arroz chaufa and a range of traditional sauces – from aji amarillo to rocoto – putting real Peruvian food front and centre. Follow on instagram.
Pinko’s Korean Street Food: Travelling across Scotland from market to market, Pinko’s Korean Street Food has built its reputation on bold, authentic flavours and a clear passion for sharing Korean food culture. Cooking everything fresh on-site, their menu spans crispy Korean fried chicken, corndogs, tteokbokki and award-winning kimchi. At the heart of it all is their signature Seoul Combo Cupbap – a flavour-packed rice bowl combining double-fried chicken, Aberdeen Angus beef bulgogi and punchy pickles. It’s street food rooted in tradition, delivered with energy and precision. Follow on instagram.
Spoon Me: Spoon Me is Scotland’s first banana pudding parlour – and a business built on both nostalgia and innovation. Inspired by classic American recipes but reimagined to be entirely gluten- and dairy-free, everything is made from scratch, right down to the wafers.
From the original vanilla pudding to their standout caramelised banana tiramisu, Spoon Me has developed a cult following, with customers (including visiting Americans) claiming it rivals – or even beats – the original. It’s comfort food with a modern, inclusive twist. Follow on instagram.
Get the dates in your diary and head down to The Pitt and sample the best Scotland has to offer!
The Dreadnought was recently declared Edinburgh Pub of the Year by members of the Edinburgh and South East Scotland Branch of CAMRA – the Campaign for Real Ale.
During the previous year, CAMRA members had been visiting pubs and scoring their beer – making an assessment of how well it had been kept and served, submitting their scores online.
In February, members met to consider a short-list of the highest scoring pubs. This had been compiled using an algorithm that takes account of the number of people scoring, the number of visits the scores related to, as well as the scores themselves. The pubs on the short list were those which consistently offered well kept beer. By secret ballot, members then voted for their Pub of the Year, in the 3 areas the Branch covers – Edinburgh, the Lothians outside Edinburgh, and the Borders.
The photograph (TOP) shows pub landlord, Toby Saltonstall, on 15 April, being presented with a framed commemorative certificate by Chris Miller, Branch Chair, at a gathering in the pub.
The presentation was greeted by much applause, from the crowd of regular patrons who had assembled to celebrate this special event.
The pub has been runner-up on a number of occasions, so this win was not entirely a surprise!
Cottage cheese is making a comeback and Scotmid is at the forefront, offering two new products in stores nationwide now.
The humble dairy staple taking over social media feeds and shopping lists alike, has recently gained online traction amongst health-conscious consumers for being a high protein, versatile ingredient that can be used in a wealth of creations including whipped pancakes, flatbreads and even ice cream.
For one East Lothian dairy farm though, cottage cheese is nothing new. Yester Farm Dairies – a third-generation family business run by husband-and-wife team Simon and Jackie McCreery – has been perfecting recipes over the last decade.
The award-winning duo, who first began pasteurising their milk in 2003 to supply milk and cream locally before expanding by converting farm buildings into modern cheese and yoghurt making facilities in 2015, today offer one of the only on-farm dairy processors in Scotland.
The journey from cow to product is measured in metres, not miles, with milk from its herd of over 350 cows produced on-site and ready for shelves within just two days. This “field to fridge” approach helps maximise freshness, reduce food miles and ensure full traceability — helping the business stand out in Scotmid’s Scottish Favourites competition.
As a result, Yester Farm Dairies will now see its products stocked across Scotland, marking the biggest retail rollout in the family business’s history and reaching 120 Scotmid stores.
Simon McCreery, at Yester Farm Dairies, said:“We’re incredibly proud to have won a Scottish Favourites place and to now be launching into Scotmid stores across Scotland.
It’s a fantastic opportunity for us — and we’re excited to see more customers discovering our products.”
Scotmid’s Scottish Favourites initiative, delivered in partnership with Scotland Food & Drink, helps local producers grow by giving them access to retail shelves and new audiences.
Steve Addison, Local Sourcing Manager at Scotmid, said: “Scottish Favourites is all about backing great local producers, and Yester Farm Dairies stood out for both quality and freshness.
“At a time when demand for high-protein foods is growing, it’s fantastic to be able to offer customers a locally produced option that’s made with care and reaches shelves quickly.
“Supporting businesses like Yester Farm is a key part of what we do — strengthening local supply chains while giving customers access to great Scottish produce.”
Customers can purchase Yester Farm’s cottage cheese and soft cheese in Scotmid stores across Scotland from 15th April , priced at £1.79 for 300g and £2.19 for 300g respectively.
Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers (MSWD) has teamed up with the Capital’s Kellar Taproom to support women in whisky, with all proceeds going to Smart Works and OurWhisky Foundation this month.
Inspired by the easy conversation and coming together of a Book Club, Notes in the Margin is a one-night-only event on Wednesday, 22 April, from 7pm to 8pm.
This is a women’s whisky tasting that brings people together to explore an unknown selection of drams from across the Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers portfolio. Tasted blind, discussed openly, and shaped by guests’ own “notes in the margin” along the way.
On the night, guests will also have the rare opportunity to sample the sold-out inaugural release of Aberargie Single Malt Whisky, a debut expression released last month that’s not currently available to purchase.
Hosted by MSWD brand managers Lauren Doherty and Rebecca Davidson, the guided tasting will introduce a curated line-up of “secret” whiskies, encouraging attendees to share their thoughts and impressions as they go, creating their own ‘notes in the margin’.
Rebecca Davidson of Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillerssaid: “Whether you’re new to whisky or love a good dram, come and join us for our first women in whisky event. It’s relaxed, friendly and a great way to meet new people whilst trying new whisky you can’t get anywhere else.”
Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers is an independent, family-owned business representing five generations of Morrison whisky heritage. Based in Perth, the company focuses on single-malt production, blending, and bottling, with a portfolio that includes Aberargie, Old Perth, Mac-Talla, Càrn Mòr, and Bruadar.
At the heart of the business is Aberargie Distillery, located on a family-owned farm near Perth. Established in 2017, the distillery marks the Morrison family’s return to whisky production following the sale of Morrison Bowmore to Suntory in 1994.
Tickets are £10 from Skiddle and include three whisky drams, with all proceeds going to Smart Works and OurWhisky Foundation.
The OurWhisky Foundation is a non-profit organisation that recognises, supports and empowers women working in whisky around the world, while advocating for a more inclusive and diverse industry.
Award-winning Chef Mandeep Saini swaps tradition for deep-fried naan and masala mash in a Sunday roast unlike anything Scotland has seen before
This Easter, one Edinburgh restaurant is turning the nation’s most beloved meal into a taste sensation. Bombay Bistro, the boldly spiced Indian-fusion restaurant on Bruntsfield Place is serving what may be Scotland’s most talked-about Easter roast – and it comes with a unique Bombay twist.
Diners can choose between tender slow-roasted lamb or succulent chicken, served with buttered cabbage, sweet carrots and peas, and rich gravy. But it’s the details that set this roast apart – silky masala mash in place of buttered potatoes and a deep-fried naan, rather than a Yorkshire pudding.
Behind the menu is Chef Mandeep Saini, formerly head chef at Gleneagles and The Berkeley in London, and one of Scotland’s most celebrated culinary talents.
“The Sunday roast is one of the nation’s favourite food traditions – and that’s exactly why I wanted to reimagine it,” says Chef Mandeep.
“We haven’t replaced it – we’ve elevated it. Every element in Bombay Bistro’s Sunday Roast has a depth of flavour and spice that makes it completely unforgettable..”
At a time when diners are seeking bold, experience-led eating, Bombay Bistro’s Sunday Roast offers something genuinely rare – a dish rooted in tradition, elevated by world-class technique.
Bombay Bistro is located at 14-17 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, EH10 4HN. Sunday Roasts are available every Sunday. To book, please visit the website here.
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