Dishin' It

Joining me in this episode is Kendal from Simply Donuts, who’s doughnut empire has boomed in Aberdeen over the past year. I couldn’t wait to catch up with her to talk all things donuts, business and creating a wholesome (and much loved) brand. 

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Businesses mentioned in this episode:

By Platter, Aberdeen

Figment Coffee, Aberdeen

Howies, Edinburgh

The Coffee Apothecary, Ellon

The Kale Yard, Nairn

Wander & Graze, Aberdeen

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On this special episode of Dishin' It, I'm joined by Fraser and Stuart - the hosts of the Build a Bond podcast - to mark the release of James Bond No Time to Die. Bond has had many adventures but there's one thing missing from his saga, a food safari. Tasked with creating their dream Scottish Bond movie with a hefty foodie twist, Fraser and Stuart share their must eat stops for Bond and iconic movie locations. 

Locations mentioned in this podcast: 

• Malmaison, Glasgow 
• Bombay Cottage, Hamilton 
• Isle of Mull Cheese, Isle of Mull 
• Mar Hall Hotel, Erskine 
• The Fife Arms, Braemar 
• Kylesku Hotel, Sutherland 
• Ee-usk, Oban

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It's the final episode of the first series of Dishin’ It and I’m catching up with Lindsay from Smoke & Soul Aberdeen’s icons of wood fired meats and smokey smokey goodness. We talk all about where things started for the brand, riding the pandemic wave, collaborations and new chapters as her and partner Cory set sail on with a new sparkly project.

Businesses and accounts featured in this episode:

• AVO
• Big Beefy's Biltong
• Breer Pie
• Brewtoon
• The Fat Sparrow Bakery
• Fierce Beer
• FreshMex
• Hammerton Store
• Hattoncrook Deli
• Simply Donuts
• Six° North
• STAXX ABZ
• Street Food Scotland / Plate Expectations
• Twisted Sisters

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After a short break, I'm back with Rosalind Erskine the Digital Editor of The Scotsman Food & Drink (and host of the Scran podcast) who joins me to share her favourite places to eat from the central belt and beyond. Amongst all the food chat we talk about food writing, journalism and more importantly, banned words that make our toes curl.

Businesses mentioned in this episode: 

• Anstruther Fish Bar & Restaurant 
• Ballantagar Cook School - Pitlochory, Perthshire
• Barra Berries - Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire
• Barra Gin - Isle of Barra
• Dean's Shortbread - Huntly, Aberdeenshire
• Forest Farm Dairy - Blackburn, Aberdeenshire
• The Gannet - Glasgow
• Gleneagles - Auchterarder, Perthshire
• Glenfiddich - Dufftown, Aberdeenshire
• Glen Garioch - Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire
• Harris Gin - Isle of Harris
• Locavore - Glasgow
• Loop & Scoop - Glasgow
• Mackie's 19.2 - Aberdeen
• Orkney Distillery - Orkney
• Porter & Rye - Glasgow
• Portsoy Ice Cream - Portsoy, Aberdeenshire
• Romaine Calm - Edinburgh

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On this episode, I'm joined by fitness guru Scott Baptie who joins me to talk about food and fitness whilst banishing some dieting myths along with sharing health hacks. Scott's resources: Protein Handbook(s) 101 Ways to Lose Weight and Never Find it Again 30 Day Fat Loss Challenge Recipes Businesses mentioned in this episode: Big Manny’s Pizza (Aberdeen) The Braided Fig (Aberdeen) BrewDog (UK wide) Butta Burger (Edinburgh) Cafe Boheme (Aberdeen) Dishoom (Edinburgh) Kildrummy Inn (Alford, Aberdeenshire) Mackie’s Ice Cream (Rothienorman, Aberdeenshire) Maggie’s Grill (Aberdeen) Number 10 (Aberdeen) Second Home Studio and Cafe (Aberdeen)

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Today I’m joined by Shawna who’s behind the Instagram travel account Exploring Edinburgh (and author of Pockets of Pretty) to talk all about cosy reading snugs, peaceful pockets and must visit spots in Edinburgh and beyond. Thanks to the sponsor of this episode: Sea Shanty Rum Businesses mentioned in this podcast: Aberdam (Aberdeen) Aberdeen Art Gallery (Aberdeen) The Bay Fish & Chips (Stonehaven) Bio Cafe (Aberdeen) Cafe Boheme (Aberdeen) The Darroch Learg Hotel & Restaurant (Ballater, Aberdeenshire) Dunbars Garden Close (Edinburgh) Dr Neil's Garden Duddington (Edinburgh) Gannet and Guga (Edinburgh) His Majesty's Theatre (Aberdeen) Newburgh Inn (Newburgh, Aberdeenshire) Orka Cafe (Aberdeen) The Pastry Section (Edinburgh) Portsoy Ice Cream (Portsoy, Aberdeenshire) Roseveare Tea (Edinburgh) The Rose Leaf Bar (Edinburgh) The Sandman Hotel (Aberdeen) The Secret Herb Garden (Edinburgh) The Shore Bar & Restaurant (Edinburgh) The Silver Darling (Aberdeen) The Sushi Box (Aberdeen) Tupiniquim (Edinburgh) Unorthodox Roasters (Kinross and Stirling) William & Johnson (Edinburgh)

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On May the fourth (a.k.a Star Wars Day) I'm taking a look to the future to an exciting concept on the horizon in Aberdeen's food scene. I'm joined by Dave Griffiths, the man behind Aberdeen's must-dine spot AVO and his newest venture STAXX ABZ, a new market concept putting community at the forefront giving homegrown businesses a place to thrive. Listen in for all things food, business and the importance of community. Mentioned in this episode: AVO (Aberdeen) Backyard Beach Collective (Aberdeen) Big Beefys Biltong (Aberdeen) Bread Meats Bread (Edinburgh, Glasgow) Bros Bagels (Edinburgh) Civerinos (Edinburgh) Figment Coffee (Aberdeen) Forest Farm Dairy (Aberdeen) The Ivy (Edinburgh) Keppleston Farm Shop (Aberdeen) Loop & Scoop (Glasgow) Madame Mews (Aberdeen) Makin the Dough (Aberdeen) Paesano Pizza (Glasgow) The Pitt (Edinburgh) Simply Donuts (Aberdeen) Six by Nico (Edinburgh, Glasgow +order for at home cooking packs) SWG3 (Glasgow) STAXX ABZ (Aberdeen) The Sushi Box (Aberdeen) Thistle Street Market (Aberdeen) Roots (Aberdeen)

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Episode three has just been freshly poured! To celebrate the re-opening of hospitality, I’m joined by Stuart McPhee Managing Director of Siberia Bar & Hotel to talk all things boozy. If you’re after drinks inspiration, this podcast will be your perfect serve as Stuart joins to talk about what’s new from Siberia, drinks recommendations and spills all on a new brand he’s been working on behind the scenes Twisted Sisters. I'll save myself from giving away any spoilers so you’ll just have to listen in for all the juice - just hit the link in my bio for this week's ep 🎧 Mentioned in this episode: A Guide of where to drink in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire created by @gingerchefslg Aberdeen Gift Card Backyard Beach Collective - check availability here Books and Beans (Aberdeen) Great Glen Charcuterie (Roy Bridge, Fort William) The Howe of Torbeg (Ballater, Aberdeenshire) JoJo's Coffee Shop (Aberdeen) Paesano Pizza (Glasgow) Six° North (Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stonehaven) Smoke & Soul (Aberdeen)

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Graeme from The Fat Sparrow Bakery joins me on the podcast to talk all things baking. Making the leap to start up his own small batch bakery to feed the people of Aberdeen with the best artisan bakery goods, The Fat Sparrow Bakery is going down a storm.

Find out how Graeme made his dream a reality, what’s next for his booming business and plenty of baking tips.

This episodes recommendations:

• Gourmet Cheese (Aberdeen)
• Bandit Bakery (Aberdeen)
• Roots (Aberdeen)
• Singularity Sauce
• The Pier Cafe (Lairg)

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Joining me for my first ever episode is Victoria, the face behind the Scottish travel blog The Aye Life (www.theayelife.com). Well experienced with exploring Scotland, Victoria shares the best places to dine, drink and stay in Scotland along with detailing what's next for The Aye Life, touching on mental health and providing a whole lot of laughs. This episodes recommendations: The Balmoral (Edinburgh) Foyers Lodge (Loch Ness) The Fishmarket (Malaig) The Gellions Bar (Inverness) Glen Dye Cabins and Cottages (Strachan, Aberdeenshire) Lettuce Eat (Inverness) Mill of Dess Lodge (Aboyne, Aberdeenshire) The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen (Edinburgh) Sweet Donside Cabins (Strathdon, Aberdeenshire) The Spiritualist (Glasgow) Zanres (Ellon, Mintlaw & Peterhead, Aberdeenshire) Follow my food adventures on Instagram, Facebook and blog.

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