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Scottish Travel Guide: Peebles

Is there anything more satisfying than getting out of the city for a night and relaxing in the luxury of a hotel? I mean, there might be, but sometimes just one night away from the hustle and bustle can be a much-needed thing, which is why a couple of weeks ago the husband and I…

Scottish Travel Guide: Tarbert

I’ve been meaning to write this post since the end of August, but moving house, changing jobs, going to a wedding in England and on a holiday to France somehow meant it got left on the back-burner…until now! For our first wedding anniversary, we knew we wanted to get away for a couple of nights,…

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📍Little Hoi An, Allison Street . Ever since these guys set up shop in the southside a few weeks ago, I’ve been wanting to visit @littlehoian_glasgow and last weekend I finally did and it was such a lovely experience with @_thecrispyroll @trudiemalik @roccosquickbites . The menu is small but full of flavoursome Vietnamese dishes, like this caramelised sticky pork with honey-soy sauce, served with fried rice, pickle salad and a fried egg - tender pork, a rich and sticky sauce and I loved the addition of the pickled veggies. . Sam had the beef noodles which were absolutely delicious, as were the crispy wontuns and the salt and chilli tofu 🤤 I can’t wait to go back and try the lemongrass and coconut curry! . They don’t currently take bookings and it’s cash only so bear that in mind if you decide to visit (which you defo should) and it’s BYOB, but with @weebeershop and @marchtownglasgow within walking distance, that’s not a problem! . . It’s also SO reasonably priced, with a meal for 5 of us costing barely £70 - bargain - not to mention how incredibly kind and welcoming the owners and staff were. Have you tried @littlehoian_glasgow yet?

📍The Kitchin . On the 30th November, my friends and I started the Festive Season in style at @thekitchin in Edinburgh . Because there was nine of us, we were given the private dining room at no extra cost and it was amazing having our own space where we could relax (and not bother the other diners!) . The service at The Kitchin is second to none, there are so many extra touches that make the whole experience so special, like the mini map detailing where all of the produce comes from. We even got a visit from @tom_kitchin himself, which was a bit of a fan girl moment for me 😂 . The food, of course, was beautiful. A squid, octopus and potato risotto to start, pheasant ballotine with chestnuts and consomme for main, and the finale, an incredibly rich dark chocolate tart, caramelised poached Perthshire pear, vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce 😍 . Have you been to The Kitchin?

THE DATE NIGHT HIT LIST . Alright, it’s time for my second hit list, a go-to list of recommendations depending on what you fancy. I did my budget friendly one last time, so this time we’re taking it to the other end of the scale: date night! . This list is all about treating yourself and your significant other with something a little bit special... . @thegannetgla [pictured] - probably one of Glasgow’s most special restaurants, what says date night better than a beautiful, locally sourced, seasonal tasting menu? . @rr_spanishbutcher - if me and Sam were picking somewhere for a special occasion, The Spanish Butcher is my top pick. The presa of Iberican pork is truly a wonder to behold, but it ain’t cheap, so save it for a special occasion. . @eusebi_deli - probably our most regular date night spot, in my opinion, you can’t possibly go wrong with Eusebi’s. Delicious Italian food, incredible service and always a wonderful atmosphere. . @crabshakkltd - if you and your significant other love seafood, Crabshakk is the perfect spot for a date. It’s a small space so perfect for cosying up over oysters and crab cakes. . @cailbruich - fine dining in the west end, a spot that deserves far more attention than it gets! . @twofatladiesatthebuttery - their sharing dessert is my favourite thing. Can’t decide which one you want? Get them all! . @porterandrye - I love Porter & Rye, their starters are always special, their aged steaks beautifully tender and their sides and sauces are just that little bit different. Plus, who doesn’t love getting to choose your own steak knife?! . @ubiquitous_chip - last but by no means least, an old classic. You can’t beat the romance of walking down Ashton Lane on a quiet evening, and there’s something magical about sitting in that cobble stone courtyard. . Those are just some of my favourite date night spots. What’s yours??

🍰 Pudges Cakery . If you’ve not heard of @pudgescakery then you really need to give this gal and her amazing cakes a follow because they are incredible! . This is her [#gifted] treatbox, which includes goodies like a chocolate orange blondie, a @lotusbiscoffuk heart, white choc rocky road, mint choc brownie, salted caramel slice and the INSANE blondie bomb. . . These make a perfect gift (or if you just want to treat yourself) for Christmas 🎁🎄🍰 . The slices of brownie and blondie are super generous and I wish I could explain to you how good the biscoff heart was...SO GOOD

⛔️ COMPETITION CLOSED ⛔️ . I promised a #giveaway and here it is! I’m aware that to anyone that follows me this is slightly predictable, but the best gift I can possibly offer is a meal at the one and only @eusebi_deli . . Yep, that’s right, win a meal for two and a glass of fizz - a perfect way to celebrate the festive season, especially given the fact that their winter menu launches tomorrow! . To enter, like the post, make sure you follow myself and @eusebi_deli and comment below who you’d share your Italian feast with! . Multiple entries allowed as long as you tag a different person each time, prize is a meal for two with a glass of fizz each. Prize is non-transferable. Competition closes on Friday 6th Dec at 8pm.

📍Bibimbap West . Last Friday I headed down to the newly opened @bibimbapwest to sample the new Korean BBQ and of course, revisit some old favourites from their standard menu, like their delicious pork and kimchi dumplings, or the fried chicken with spicy yum yum sauce 🤤 . The Korean BBQ itself included pork neck, beef short rib, pork belly and king oyster mushrooms, all cooked on the grill in the centre of our table. . The meats came with various sides including a spicy spring onion salad, kimchi, and a delicious soy bean paste, plus big lettuce leaves to pile everything into. . The pork neck was beautifully tender and my favourite of the three meats, and I’m glad I tried it but to be honest I much prefer the food on the main menu. The tempura prawns, the jeyuk bokkeum (spicy pork), the dumplings and the fried chicken are all absolute winners for me. I could eat a bowl of that spicy yum yum sauce on its own 😂 . There’s still so much on the menu I want to try and with so much more space than at the city centre location, I’ll definitely be back to try more - I still haven’t even tried the actual bibimbap 🙈 . Have you been yet?

Bottomless Brunch @boandbirdy . . Did you guys know the Bottomless Brunch is back @boandbirdy at @kimptonblythswoodsquare this Sunday? . I was #invited along to their debut (thanks to @laurenscravings) and it was an absolute feast. There were UNLIMITED pancakes, waffles, seafood, chacuterie, cupcakes, pastries and of course, this beautiful cheeseboard . Are you going this Sunday??

TACO TUESDAYS! . Last Tuesday I was #invited down to @thelocaleglasgow at Charing Cross to sample their new taco night, available every Tuesday! . All of their tacos are £1 and you have to order a minimum of three. They are perfect little bite-size tacos that are full to the brim with delicious fillings, like pulled bbq beef with queso fresca and corn salsa, or chicken adobo with jalapenos and guacamole. . You could easily devour six tacos to yourself and only spend £6! Bargain! It’s a perfect “oh my god is it only Tuesday, lets go get a drink” spot - cocktails, craft beer and £1 tacos, what more could you want?!

THE BUDGET-FRIENDLY HIT LIST . SO many of you said you wanted me to put together hit lists and budget friendly spots were the most in demand, so here it is! These are some of my favourite spots I go back to if I want delicious food that won’t break the bank... . @pavementglasgow - some of the best bao buns in Glasgow, and the bang bang cauliflower (pictured) is outstanding! . @breadmeatsbread - need I say more?! Two burgers and a large poutine between two for less than £30 = yes please. . @paesanopizzaglasgow regularly rated the best pizzas in Glasgow and they all cost less than a tenner . @babsglasgow vibrant, semi-healthy food and babaganoush to die for! . @dockyardsocial tickets cost £5 but you can redeem it against your main meal from any of the vendors or at the bar, plus there’s so much to choose from under one roof . @bibis_cantina their early bird menu is £12.50 for 2 courses or £15.75 for three. They regularly change whats on the menu as well so you can try a range of Mexican dishes. . @halloumiglasgow their express lunch is an absolute bargain but even their main mezze menu is reasonably priced! . @thedamglasgow burgers, loaded fries, mac and cheese and more at really reasonable prices and a great atmosphere . . Anywhere I’ve missed? What’s your go-to spot when you’re on a budget?

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