From refined dining to quick bites between Skye’s ever‑changing weather, the north of the island offers some of our favourite cafés. All personally tried and loved, these spots — from Birch in Portree to cosy yurts, community hubs and seaside shacks — make exploring from Beachcomber Cottage even sweete

An emotional view during Eating Disorders week, Simon was blown away by Rosie Pepper's performance in this powerful and moving play

Add a day to your Isle of Skye itinerary and hop on the ferry from Sconscer to visit the quieter Isle of Raasay. Beautiful and atmospheric with great history and wildlife, this shouldn't be skipped.

Calum Munro's Scorrybreac has a new menu format, find out what we thought of the March 2025 tasting menu

Making the most of the freshest seafood on the Isle of Skye, a langoustine risotto recipe to try.

If you're planning a Burn's Night celebration, we have ideas for main courses, side dishes and dessert all with Scottish flavours.

If you're searching for somewhere a bit refined to eat on Skye in January and February, it can be tricky. Kinloch Lodge is the solution!

A review of the Kitchen Restaurant in Inverness, modern Scottish cookery done to an excellent standard, with friendly knowledgeable service.

What to see and do on a three night break in and around the Highland Capital of Inverness. Sightseeing, history, shopping and eating!

Fautless Michelin starred fish tasting menu from Michael Smith at Loch Bay restaurant in Stein on the Isle of Skye

A review of Skye's only tea house and vegetarian restaurant, Chidakasha

A review of the spring menu at the wonderful Scorrybeac in Portree on the Isle of Skye

Our review of Scottish Restaurant of the year - Edinbane Lodge on the Isle of Skye. Well worth a visit for the stunning menu.

Limited edition beers from Innis and Gunn

A review of the evening menu at the Stein Inn on the Isle of Skye.

Whilst English hotels, restaurants, bars and pubs have been closed I haven't felt especially motivated to write a travel piece. But,...

Our road trip continues to Speyside where whisky is sampled, bridges admired, and Pictish stones gazed upon.

Our road trip around the Outer Hebrides taking in standing stones galore, stunning beaches, a Shieling, a cairn, whale bones, and gin.

South London to Scotland; this post recommends where to stop for lunch, where to stay in Northumberland, and travels back to Roman times.