Preceding the satisfying crack of a smashed chocolate egg at Easter is the main course, but why is mint the perfect gastro pairing for the sacrifical lamb? Like other Christian countries Scotland celebrates Easter with gastronomic gusto with the humble egg the symbolic heart of a religious feast focusing on both redemption and regeneration. Hot...Read More
What does it take to create an authentic tasting event in Scotland? It’s hard to think of a better setting to deliver an informal tasting journey, exploring the fascinating story of Scotland’s iconic cuisine, than in a castle-like historic house dating back to the 15th Century. Luckily for me the beautiful Pitfirrane House; home of...Read More
Culinary treasure was promised on our gourmet journey to the ‘East Neuk’ of the Kingdom of Fife and that was exactly what we found. Our first stop was to meet Jane Stewart of the St Andrew’s Farmhouse Cheese Company, who develops a range of traditional, high quality artisan cheese. Despite a viewing window & looped...Read More
There was more than an air of success about this ‘Tasting Ayrshire’ Tour. The majority of our guests are well-respected entrepreneurs who afforded themselves a rare bank holiday off, and quite rightly so we say. Our day started with a visit to the Dunlop Dairy where Ann produces award winning artisan cheeses, using the milk...Read More
Greetings Fellow Foodies! Walk the Talk: Tasty Treats in Edinburgh’s glorious Old Town Our first Foodie Walking Journey provided an opportunity to celebrate the range of artisan produce available to try in the heart of our beautiful Capital City. Traditionally made speciality cheeses, hot smoked salmon, venison salami & slow spit-roasted pork, were perfectly complimented...Read More
We are very excited to announce the launch of our new website. We are sure you will be too when you see the foodie options for you to get your teeth into! Tasting Scotland continues to offer a unique sensory experience, as we invite you into Scotland’s world-class larder. A full round up of our...Read More
