Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa in Thornton Hough, Merseyside, has launched its own distinctive blend of gin, which is distilled in nearby Spital using local water and a blend of botanicals including Juniper, Coriander, Caraway, Lemon, Cubeb and Elderflower. The new tipple, known as Torintone Gin, takes its name from The Doomsday Book reference to Thornton Hough, Torintone, … [Read more...]
Epicurean, Edinburgh’s Hottest New Bar, Set to Launch October 2016
A stylish new bar called Epicurean is set to open its doors in October 2016 on George IV Bridge, Edinburgh. Epicurean will be located on the ground floor of G&V Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh creating a new social hub for the bustling city. With an upbeat vibe creating an inviting and vibrant atmosphere for city dwellers and guests alike, Epicurean will serve aromatic … [Read more...]
St Ermin’s Hotel: New Executive Head Chef
New Executive Head Chef at the St. Ermin’s Hotel, Alexander Boyd has an undeniable culinary talent, flair and a wealth of expertise. Using the finest, carefully sourced and local ingredients – Alexander is committed to creating innovative menus throughout the hotel, whilst bringing an additional touch of elegance to the stylish, triple AA rosette Caxton Grill. Having … [Read more...]
Scottish restaurant voted best in UK, outside London
Wedgwood the Restaurant, one of Edinburgh’s leading fine dining destinations has been voted Restaurant of the Year, in the outside London category, at the fifth annual Food and Travel Reader Awards. The awards, which are organised by Food and Travel magazine, took place on Monday night at a glittering ceremony at The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London. Voted for by … [Read more...]
LEON collaborates with chef Gizzi Erskine to create the ultimate fast chicken satay salad
This autumn, LEON the ‘Naturally Fast Food’ chain will unveil an exclusive new dish, made in collaboration with professional chef, food writer and TV presenter, Gizzi Erskine. Rooted in their shared passion for satisfying nutritious recipes, and keen to create a fun new menu item together, the LEON X Gizzi Chicken Satay Salad takes inspiration from Gizzi’s cookbook Gizzi's … [Read more...]