Tag: food and drink

Black Pig & Oyster up for sale

The Black Pig & Oyster in Leith is up for sale, brought to the market through specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co. Situated in an enviable location within the Shore, the Black Pig & Oyster restaurant is surrounded by new and exciting bars, restaurants, cafes and shops, including Michelin star restaurants such as The Kitchin and Martin Wishart’s iconic site.

The 65 cover restaurant with a full premises licence has been refurbished to a high standard by the current owner featuring unlined brick walls and creative decor suitable for multiple cuisine styles. The entrance of the restaurant is a steel and glass extension, used as a reception area and an ideal space for hosting drinks and coffees before or after dinner. The stunning metalwork complimented by the glass allows dinner guests to fully enjoy views of the Shores water. Additional seating for 20 covers is available outside across from the waterfront quay.

Tony Spence, Business Agent at Christie & Co’s Edinburgh office who is handling the sale, comments; “Leith has become increasingly popular for dining and restaurateurs are now looking to take advantage of this by offering different styles of dining in an upcoming affluent area.

“The current lease has eight years remaining, however the landlord is looking for a long term investment as the restaurant is situated below an already existing office suite. This opportunity would be best suited to a chef operator, however there is scope for an experienced multiple operator to drive its potential in an exceptional area.”

Christie & Co is seeking an asking price of £90,000 for the leasehold.

The Pig might fly!

One Helluva hangover: clearing up after Britain’s bevviers

Boozing Britain wakes up to recycling headache – 1.5 BILLION bottles of wine!

Britain’s boozers, already amongst the heaviest drinkers in Europe, are responsible for one of industry’s biggest headaches – how to deal with the waste products of both production and consumption. Continue reading One Helluva hangover: clearing up after Britain’s bevviers

Don’t be a turkey victim this Christmas

Don’t be a turkey ‘victim’ this Christmas

For many families across the UK, turkey will be the centerpiece of their menu this Christmas. A veritable feast undoubtedly lies in store but the traditional festive food highlight should be treated with the utmost care to avoid harmful bacteria spreading and causing potential infection. Continue reading Don’t be a turkey victim this Christmas

New guidance calls for clearer date labels to cut food waste

Simpler, clearer date labelling and storage advice for consumers, could help Scots cut the 170,000 tonnes of food thrown away from Scotland’s homes every year due to ‘not being used in time’. That’s the message from Zero Waste Scotland and Food Standards Scotland, who have welcomed new guidance for the food and drink industry. Continue reading New guidance calls for clearer date labels to cut food waste

Comfort food’s key as winter kicks in – and pizza’s top choice

A survey conducted by OnePoll commissioned by Clarence Court has shown that as the clocks go back, the nights draw in and the weather turns, 40% of Brits are opting for nostalgic and comforting meals, with the average adult doing so twice a week.

Continue reading Comfort food’s key as winter kicks in – and pizza’s top choice

Bridge Inn is CAMRA’s Scottish Pub of the Year

The Bridge Inn in Peebles has been named the winner of CAMRA’s Scotland & Northern Ireland Pub of the Year competition for 2017. Judged by CAMRA members, this competition recognises the exceptional standard of pubs selling real ale across Scotland & Northern Ireland. Continue reading Bridge Inn is CAMRA’s Scottish Pub of the Year

Oktobeerfest: Bringing a taste of Bavaria to Edinburgh

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Stewart Brewing has announced several limited-edition German-inspired beers that have been created especially for its first ever ‘Oktobeerfest’ event on 15th and 16th September. 

Limited-edition beers already announced include:

  • Weizenbock – Hefty wheat beer with aromas of banoffee pie. Lots of banana and light spice from the wheat beer yeast on the taste and a bready sweet finish.
  • Raspberry Wheat Beer – Classic Hefeweizen with fruit. A pink-tinged wheat beer with lots of red fruit flavour.
  • Rauchbier – Smoky as a night by a roaring fire. Brewed with 50% German beech-smoked malt, lots of smoke flavours balanced by malt sweetness and a mild hop bitterness.
  • Altbier – Traditional Dusseldorf style ale brewed with lots of dark malts. Toffee and caramel with a sweet finish.
  • Classic Hefeweizen – Pale and cloudy effervescent wheat beer with banana and spice notes.
  • Fruited Berlinerweisse – A 3.0% sour base with passionfruit, mango and raspberry added for a fruity thirst-quenching beer with a light sour kick.

In addition to beer, Oktobeerfest will feature a selection of street food vendors such as Well Hung & Tender and Fresh Revolution. There will also be an eclectic mix of music from the likes of The Citizens, The Banjo Lounge 4 and Stadtkapelle Lochgelly oompah band who are sure to keep guests entertained with their German-style takes on classic hits.

Oktobeerfest will take place over two days with an adults-only event on Friday 15th September from 6pm – 10pm and a family friendly event on Saturday 16th September from 12pm – 8pm.

Jo Stewart, Stewart Brewing co-founder, said: “While we’re known for making old favourites such as Edinburgh Gold and Radical Road, we wanted to mark our first ever Oktobeerfest by creating a variety of Bavarian-inspired beers with a twist. From a Classic Hefeweizen to a smoky Rauchbier, there is something to suit every beer lover’s palate.

“The full selection of these special-edition beers will only be available to try at Oktobeerfest on 15th and 16th September. Tickets are selling fast – book yours now so you don’t miss out!”

Tickets cost £16 per person which includes entry, a souvenir Oktobeerfest glass and can of beer on arrival. Children accompanied by adults can attend free of charge.

Tickets for both the Friday and Saturday events are on sale now from the Stewart Brewing website which recently relaunched with a brand new design: https://www.stewartbrewing.co.uk/browse/c-Tickets-12

Stewart Brewing Oktobeerfest takes place at Stewart Brewing, Bilston Glen Industrial Estate, 26a Dryden Rd, Loanhead and is easily reached from Edinburgh city centre by bus, routes 37 and 47.

For more announcements leading up to the festival, follow Stewart Brewing on social media: www.facebook.com/stewartbrewingedin

Twitter @StewartBrewing

David Attenborough named as Scots’ ultimate dinner party guest

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A survey by Just Eat, commissioned to mark the launch of voting for the British Takeaway Awards, has revealed Sir David Attenborough as the guest Scots would most like to share their last slice of pizza with. Continue reading David Attenborough named as Scots’ ultimate dinner party guest

Celebrate quality food during Red Tractor week

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Red Tractor Week 2017 (11th – 17th September) will celebrate great food, great farming and quality food you can trust. Supported by BBC Countryfile presenter and Red Tractor farmer Adam Henson, the week will encourage people to cook their own recipes using Red Tractor products and post them online using #Trustthetractor.

Red Tractor is creating an online recipe book of real people’s favourite Red Tractor meals. Each day will focus on a different key British ingredient and will be supported by a daily competition, and real life stories and videos from the Red Tractor farmers who bring us our food.

People can take part via social media (on Twitter and Facebook using the hashtag #Trustthetractor) and on the Red Tractor website (www.redtractor.org.uk);

  • Monday 11th – Poultry (chicken, duck, turkey)
  • Tuesday 12th  – Dairy (milk, cheese, butter)
  • Wednesday 13th – Pork
  • Thursday 14th – Fruit
  • Friday 15th – Beef & Lamb
  • Saturday 16th – Vegetables (including sugar and potatoes)
  • Sunday 17th – Crops (incl. wheat, barley and oats)

Red Tractor Farmer and BBC Countryfile presenter, Adam Henson said; “What a fabulous week to get out cooking and supporting our wonderful British Red Tractor farmers.  As a Red Tractor farmer myself this is one of my favourite times of year, when the harvest is safely gathered and we can really enjoy the fruits of our labour with so much great food in season.

“This year has been a patchy harvest with mixed quality in wheat and barley, however overall it has been a positive result.  With quality being key, it is more important than ever that the crop is looked after, which is why good standards are important.”

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Every stage of the journey your Red Tractor food makes is checked.  Rigorous independent systems ensure that food holding the Red Tractor logo can be traced right back to original British farms.

The week will draw people’s attention to the great standards that go into food and drink with the Red Tractor label. Red Tractor ensures people can trust the food they eat.  It is the largest food standards scheme in the UK, covering; animal welfare, food safety, traceability and environmental protection.

 

Charity fundraising event at Festival Village

Residents and business-people from across Edinburgh and beyond are invited to come together for a special evening of food, drink and live music to raise money and awareness for local charities Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity, Kindred, and the Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH). Pop-up venue Festival Village: Waverley, located on the roof of Waverley Mall, is hosting the charity event supported by AIB (GB) on Tuesday 5thSeptember from 5pm. Continue reading Charity fundraising event at Festival Village