Help to Support the Hospitality Industry and Purchase a Gift Voucher
With the UK’s hospitality industry facing a particularly challenging period as the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis develops, many of us are looking for ways in which to continue supporting our local hotels, restaurants, bars and cafés through the difficult days and weeks ahead. Why not consider buying a voucher to enjoy an overnight stay or a delicious meal at a later date? Take inspiration from our round-up of some of Scotland’s best foodie destinations…
Bridge of Orchy Hotel, West Highland Way, Argyll
Valid for 12 months, Bridge of Orchy Hotel offers a range of monetary gift vouchers for guests to experience the bar, restaurant, dining room or overnight stay at their leisure, starting from £100.
Nestled amid the spectacular backdrop of the West Highlands, surrounded by five Munros and untouched nature, the Bridge of Orchy Hotel in offers four-star luxury and the very best of Highland hospitality. One of Scotland’s iconic small hotels, it is located on the A82, a route recently crowned the ‘Ultimate British Road Trip’ and is the perfect base from where to explore the Scottish Highlands, Glencoe, Skye and beyond.
The hotel is easily accessible by car, train or coach. A two drive from Glasgow, two and a half hours from Edinburgh and a stunning two-hour train journey from Glasgow on the West Highland Line.
Get in touch and call: 01838 400208, email: info@bridgeoforchy.co.uk, and visit www.bridgeoforchy.co.uk. Get social: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
Contini Italian & Scottish Restaurants, Edinburgh
Starting from just £25, Edinburgh’s Contini George Street and Cannonball Restaurant & Bar on Castlehill are offering a range of pre-pay restaurant vouchers that are valid for six months from the date of purchase, including afternoon tea, lunch and dinner.
Visit www.contini.com. Get social: Twitter, Contini Instagram, Cannonball Instagram
Fingal, Edinburgh
Give the gift of Fingal. Whether it’s an overnight stay package, gift experience, afternoon tea or monetary gift voucher, Scotland’s luxury floating hotel, Fingal, has a wide range of pre-buy options available, starting from just £40 and valid for 12 months.
Fingal, which is berthed in Edinburgh’s historic Port of Leith, was created by the award-winning team at The Royal Yacht Britannia and offers a world-class foodie destination on Edinburgh’s vibrant waterfront. It has all the glamour and style of a superyacht but with an air of old-world Art Deco elegance.
Open to non-residents for Afternoon Tea, dinner and cocktails, Fingal’s Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar features meticulously prepared dishes and drinks bursting with flavour, all using locally sourced or foraged ingredients. Fingal’s 23 luxury cabins are each named after Stevenson lighthouses, inspired by Fingal’s rich maritime heritage. Fingal is the ultimate in luxury accommodation and dining with a nautical twist.
Visit: www.fingal.co.uk. Get social: Fingal, Twitter, Instagram
Eusebi Deli & Restaurant, Glasgow
Eusebi Deli is the home of fresh pasta in Glasgow. Producing more than 200 plates a day, pasta at Eusebi’s is hand-rolled every single day to a simple recipe with just two ingredients – flour and eggs, with absolutely no preservatives or chemicals. Owner Giovanna Eusebi is passionate about demystifying the art of pasta making and encouraging more people to make their own pasta at home, as a cheaper and healthier alternative to shop-bought.
Giovanna is a second-generation Italian Scot whose parents owned the original Eusebi Deli in Glasgow’s Shettleston area more than 40 years ago, importing artisan products and specialist produce from across Italy such as artisan cheeses, wines from small vineyards, fresh buffalo mozzarella from Naples, and homemade Italian sausage and pasta. The current Eusebi Deli in Glasgow’s West End opened five years ago, building on the values of cucina povera: eating simply, but eating well, using every part of the ingredient.
Vouchers are available to buy online or in the deli for amounts from £25-£250 – perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner or just a coffee and a sweet treat from Eusebi’s bakery.
Get in contact and call: 0141 648 9999. Visit: www.eusebideli.com. Get social:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
The Three Chimneys, Isle of Skye
Serving the best of Skye, land and sea as part of The Wee Hotel Company, The Three Chimneys at Colbost has established itself as a multi-award-winning, destination dining experience for more than 30 years. Stay overnight in one of six bedrooms in the House Over-By, adjacent to the restaurant and overlooking the Little Minch, towards the Outer Hebrides.
Head Chef Scott Davies continually makes the very most of the Isle of Skye’s wonderful local produce. From working in collaboration with a local sea salt harvester to nipping over to Dunvegan harbour to choose his own lobster, crab and langoustines from the local fishermen before the start of service, Scott’s commitment to using the finest ingredients and minimising food miles is second to none.
Book a gift voucher for a one or two-night stay in the House Over-By, including breakfast, or alternatively opt for a monetary voucher to the value of your choosing (starting from £20), to be redeemed in the restaurant.
Get in contact and call: 01470 511258. Visit:www.threechimneys.co.uk. Get social: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
The Pierhouse Hotel & Seafood Restaurant, Port Appin, Argyll
The Pierhouse Hotel & Seafood Restaurant is tucked away on the shores of Loch Linnhe, with breath-taking views to the islands of Lismore and Mull. This small hotel and renowned Scottish seafood restaurant is one of Argyll’s most idyllic and romantic destinations.
Food and drink are an integral part of the philosophy and experience at The Pierhouse, with menus showcasing local produce and giving a real sense of place. Dishes include the freshest langoustines and mussels harvested from Loch Linnhe and Loch Etive, as well as fine handpicked oysters from the oyster beds of Loch Creran.
The Pierhouse was purchased by Scots-born international hotelier, Gordon Campbell Gray, in 2019 as part of The Wee Hotel Company, which places an emphasis on authenticity, the magic of Scottish food and ingredients, hospitality and a warm welcome.
Treat yourself, friends or family with a Pierhouse Hotel gift voucher. With a choice of monetary amounts, The Pierhouse Hotel’s gift vouchers can be used for hotel accommodation and food and drink in the restaurant and bar. Order your gift vouchers online and pay via the hotel’s secure payment provider. Postal vouchers are presented in an attractive wallet in a colour of your choice with coordinating voucher enclosed and can be personalised with your own message.
Get in contact, call: 01631 730302. Visit: www.pierhousehotel.co.uk, Get social: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
The North Coast 500
Bringing together a route of just over 500 miles (516 miles, to be exact...) of stunning coastal scenery, the North Coast 500 naturally follows the main roads along the coastal edges of the North Highlands, taking in the regions of Wester Ross, Sutherland, Caithness, Easter Ross, the Black Isle and Inverness-shire.
The official North Coast 500 route begins and ends at Inverness Castle which, perched on top of a hill, is the perfect starting point to the route and offers unparalleled views over the capital city of the Highlands.
If you’re planning to explore the North Coast 500 later this year, now is the perfect time to buy a membership for the route. Starting from just £15 per year, NC500 membership provides a generous discount scheme for boutique hotels, top restaurants, cosy pubs and local cafes throughout the North Highlands – as well as access to itineraries, guidebooks and maps to help plan the ultimate road trip.
Visit: www.northcoast500.com.
21212, Edinburgh
Looking for a gift for a loved one or for a little treat to yourself? Purchase a 21212 gift voucher from £25 and enjoy a unique dining experience or overnight stay in the heart of Edinburgh. Available to purchase through the 21212 reception or online, vouchers can be made out to any value from £25. Online vouchers can be delivered on a day of your choosing and feature a personal message.
21212 sits in a listed Georgian townhouse on Edinburgh’s Royal Terrace. Set over four floors, it’s light, spacious and airy. The restaurant and rooms are elegant, sumptuously decorated and enjoy commanding views to the Firth of Forth and beyond from the upper-level rooms.
Paul Kitching and his partner, Katie O’Brien, have over 60 combined years of Michelin star experience. The duo moved to Edinburgh in 2009 when they opened 21212, a five-star restaurant with rooms. Throughout his career, Paul has stayed true to his original contemporary French cooking style but has added a unique approach when creating his menus. Though the menu never has more than three choices for any course, variety is achieved by developing a new menu each week. Even regular diners will have a new experience on their next visit. 21212 is also a haven for wine lovers – its extensive wine list means there’s something to suit every palate.
Get in touch: email: reservations@21212restaurant.co.uk or call: 0345 22 2121. Visit: https://www.21212restaurant.co.uk/gift-vouchers. Get social: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
Gleneagles, Perthshire
Choose from a number of glorious gifts for yourself or a loved one from the iconic, Gleneagles. Tuck into an exquisite afternoon tea, sit back and relax with a perfectly polished manicure or pedicure, discover a range of malts with the whisky masterclass or escape for an overnight stay. Monetary gift vouchers are also available from £50.
Since opening its doors in June 1924, Gleneagles has been one of Scotland’s most iconic hotels and sporting estates. Set beneath the Ochil Hills, in the heart of Perthshire, it has been the must-go destination for travellers for nearly a century. Beginning its life in the glamourous age of travel when guests arrived in great style at Gleneagles’ very own train station, the 850-acre estate epitomises the natural beauty for which Scotland is famed. With its glorious playground of country pursuits and activities, quality restaurants and bars and award-winning service, Gleneagles is the perfect escape from reality.
Visit:https://gleneagleshotel.skchase.com/vouchers. Get social: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
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Simpsinns, Ayrshire
Gaelic for five, The Coig is a series of five tourist routes covering Ayrshire, Arran, Bute and Cumbrae, offering people an exciting new way to explore the unique coast and countryside on their doorstep. Whilst visiting Coig country, stop by one of five Simpsinns venues and enjoy a variety of delights, from afternoon tea, to spa and accommodation breaks, golf packages, golf lessons and a number of dining options across the Simpsinns venues.
Gift vouchers are available to purchase and use across all SimpsInns venues in Ayrshire, The Gailes Hotel, Old Loans Inn, The Waterside Hotel, Si! Bar:Restaurant and GG's Coffee Shop & Sports Lounge.
For more information, visit: www.simpsinns.com. For gift voucher purchases, click here. Get social: Facebook, Twitterand Instagram
Scottish Maritime Museum, Irvine
Look forward to an exciting day out with the family and book a fun and educational trip to the Scottish Maritime Museum.
Purchase an advanced ticket for later on in the year here: here.
Or, why not join as a friend of the Museum including unlimited access to the Scottish Maritime Museum here.
For more information, visit www.scottishmaritimemuseum.org.
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Scotland’s leading events chef to offer private fine dining experiences in Edinburgh
Scotland’s leading private events chef is now offering private fine dining experiences for small family dinners and cohabiting friends at his commercial kitchen in Leith, Edinburgh.
Barry Bryson from Cater Edinburgh is motivated and inspired by Scotland’s natural larder, creating seasonal menus that combine traditional and contemporary cooking techniques. He skilfully takes restaurant concepts and fine dining to the events platform, showcasing his modern Scottish food in a variety of unique venues and events spaces across Scotland, the rest of the UK and internationally.
Barry’s exceptional ability to identify emerging trends in banqueting and to create exciting new menus is admired by both customers and peers alike. In 2018, Barry took his culinary creations to the stage after being personally selected by TV cook, author and journalist, Nigel Slater, to star in his autobiographical play, ‘Toast’, at Edinburgh’s Traverse Theatre.
In July 2019, Barry hosted his first pop restaurant at the magical Secret Herb Garden on the outskirts of Edinburgh, which sold out within days of the event being announced. The special chef’s table experience celebrated the start of the Scottish summer with seasonal ingredients served in a five-course tasting menu.
Barry continues to share and impart his knowledge, experiences and skills with the next generation of banqueting chefs, students and the public through public talks and demonstrations at Assembly’s Edinburgh Food Festival, the Edinburgh New Town Cookery School, Edinburgh Foodies Festival (summer & Christmas), Gardening Scotland Show (Edinburgh) and Country Living Christmas show (Glasgow).
Barry’s influence on the development of the profession for the benefit of the industry as a whole is evident in his active role with Scran Academy. He has helped to inspire and engage many of Edinburgh’s most challenged young people by being a great mentor and role model through cooking lessons, kitchen site visits and fundraising events. His advice, generosity and passion has truly helped to change lives.
To book, call 07961 573 658, email barry@cateredinburgh.com or visit cateredinburgh.com
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