2018-08-08 07:41
Avid readers of EdinBraw will be fully aware of how much we LOVE the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. If you’re not an avid reader, firstly welcome, secondly did you know we bloody love the… Read More
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Edinburgh blog showcasing the Scottish capital's offerings - filled with fun, food & festivals. Reviewing restaurants, shows and events. Edinburgh...
2018-07-10 22:44
If you’ve visited EdinBraw before, or follow us on social media, you’ll know that we love eating out in Edinburgh. What you probably won’t know is how much we enjoy cooking… Read More
2018-06-26 22:18
There are so many reasons to love Leith, there’s a sense of community and a culture of creativity, but most importantly… there are loads of great places to stuff your face! We h… Read More
2018-06-07 23:11
All-inclusive holidays are all fine and well, but you sure do get sick of the food eventually (especially when the quality dredges up memories of school dinners). As we sipped on our 42nd Mo… Read More
2018-05-27 16:43
Gemma (aka EdinBloggette, co-founder of EdinBraw) ran the Edinburgh Half Marathon today. I was there to show my support and snap a few photos on the day. Edinburgh Half Marathon 2018 Photos… Read More
2018-05-09 21:38
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Musselburgh Racecourse to offer one of our lucky followers’ tickets to their newest raceday – the Edinburgh Gin Scottish Sprint Cup! Mus… Read More
2018-05-03 23:08
A visit to Souq may have you burning more calories than you consume, unless you devour the baklava cheesecake, a brief stint of belly dancing is unlikely to offset that indulgent treat! Souq… Read More
2018-04-19 22:11
If you’re anything like us, you’ll love Italian food. One of our all-time favourite holidays involved a tour of Italy, which resulted in a huge spike in demand for pizza, pasta a… Read More
2018-04-17 11:47
Edinburgh’s only fully gluten-free bakery, Sugar Daddy’s, is set to expand and is calling out for dietary challenged cake lovers across the city to rise to the occasion. The fami… Read More
2018-03-11 23:56
No matter where you go in Edinburgh, one thing is for certain, there will be a burger supply close by. We love burgers and have been on the hunt for Edinburgh’s Best ever since we set… Read More
2018-02-19 08:28
White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar Until recently, The White Horse was the oldest pub on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, dating back to 1742. Now instead of sipping on a pint of sixty shilli… Read More
2018-02-12 07:30
AXE THROWING IS THE PERFECT ALTERNATIVE DATE THIS VALENTINE’S DAY Black Axe Throwing Co. is bringing axe throwing to Edinburgh for the first time this Valentine’s Day. Axe throwi… Read More
2018-02-11 21:06
Edinburgh is a city filled with foodies - locals are spoilt for choice when it comes to fantastic independent eateries, and tourists often visit the city on the strength of Edinburgh's food… Read More
2018-02-03 09:56
Attention gin lovers, we come bearing exciting news and the chance to win a bottle of Wild Island Botanic Gin's latest expression 'Sacred Tree'. Wild Island Gin was one a firm favourite in o… Read More
2018-02-01 23:36
Anybody who follows us on Twitter will know that when we're not blogging about Edinburgh, we're often playing games. My Nintendo Switch is the single best purchase from last year, it's made… Read More
2018-02-01 08:45
Meat is so mysterious, there can be so much guesswork involved when attempting to cook it to perfection. I'm speaking from experience, I've overcooked my fair share of meat in my time … Read More
2018-01-31 00:00
Edinburgh is filled with hidden gems, many of which are great places to enjoy a drink or two. Our guide to Edinburgh's secret bars and speakeasies will help you find the coolest places for a… Read More
2018-01-30 00:16
Edinburgh Fazenda Bar & Grill Independent restaurant operators City District Group, founders of Fazenda Bar & Grill, have announced they will open their Edinburgh doors on Friday 23r… Read More
2018-01-29 23:27
The Edinburgh New Town Cookery School The Edinburgh New Town Cookery School (ENTCS), set in the heart of the vibrant Scottish capital, has gone from strength to strength since opening in 200… Read More
2018-01-29 00:43
Edinburgh's Best Restuarants Edinburgh is heaven for foodies, there are so many wonderful restaurants spread around the city that it can be difficult to decide where to eat. We ha… Read More
2018-01-25 00:09
Every day Scots throw away a staggering half a million tatties and Burns Night is no exception. Highlighting the plight of the potato, Cat Hepburn, spoken word poet, has joined forces with Z… Read More
2018-01-23 07:00
A Heriot-Watt graduate was chosen to design Miss Scotland’s dress for the Miss World finals in China, recently. Amy Johnstone, a new graduate from the University’s Fashion and Te… Read More
2018-01-22 22:30
In an effort to see more films at the cinema and use our Cineworld Unlimited cards, we'll be tracking (and ranking) the films we see this year. If you're in the market for an Unli… Read More
2018-01-22 08:19
Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new production of Miss Saigon will be taking over Edinburgh's Festival Theatre until the 17th February, which is great news for us as… Read More
2018-01-11 00:52
Each year, Scotland (and the rest of the world) celebrates the life of Robert Burns with an abundance of haggis and a few drams of whisky. If you've not yet had the pleasure of acquiring tas… Read More
2017-12-20 00:54
Leith's Best Bars and Pubs If you live in Leith you'll already be aware how many fantastic places there are to eat and drink. It's crazy that we've not already done some round-ups of Leith'… Read More
2017-12-04 07:30
Gin Miniatures perfect for Secret Santa or Stocking Fillers If you've been reading EdinBraw for long, you'll know how much we love gin and Christmas - this guide is going to bring both passi… Read More
2017-11-27 13:37
Following the hugely exciting news that TRNSMT will return with a two-weekend event in 2018, festival organisers DF Concerts have confirmed the first headliner Liam Gallagher… Read More
2017-11-27 12:16
A leading champion of Scotland’s craft beer sector was invited to Beijing to take part in the judging for the country’s ground-breaking Chinese Craft Beer Awards. Chris Miller, d… Read More
2017-11-16 17:55
Edinburgh born celebrity Gail Porter supports Christmas card campaign launch to help tackle loneliness and isolation in UK’s loneliest city Edinburgh-based Vintage Vibes launches its C… Read More
2017-11-15 22:36
We've eaten a lot of things in our time, however, a balloon isn't one of them. I wasn't even aware this was possible until Charlie and Grace got in touch to let me know about their intriguin… Read More
2017-11-07 08:00
You’ll never be short of things to do in Edinburgh, even if you live here you’ll probably still have a long to-do list. Edinburgh has a whole host of tourist attract… Read More
2017-11-04 14:03
We can finally talk about Christmas! The Dome’s columns will twinkle, Glühwein will flow freely and screams of terror will fill Princes Street as The Starflyer spins uncomfortably… Read More
2017-11-01 23:29
A few weeks back I had a thoroughly smashing time at Toast’s launch party. The atmosphere was lively, the food didn’t last long and the never-ending flow of fizz made me wis… Read More
2017-10-31 06:30
Eating out at the best of times can be a bit hit or miss. Back in 1884, Mark Twain wrote ‘you pays yer money and take yer choices!’ It still rings true today. I normally li… Read More
2017-10-30 06:00
If you want to learn about wine in Edinburgh, visit Galvin Brasserie de Luxe, perch yourself at the bar and ask for sommelier, Damien Trinckquel. I’ve no doubt all the staff will… Read More
2017-10-29 09:15
New Ice Adventure and Giant Advent Calendar Part of Edinburgh’s Christmas Festival 2017
Edinburgh’s Christmas runs from Friday 17 November 2017 to Saturday 6 January 2018 and th… Read More
2017-10-28 12:50
A unique selection of locally and ethically crafted art-led products are now available in our new boutique based in the heart of Leith.
Following the continued wonderful success of our twic… Read More
2017-10-17 21:22
The artist behind this year’s global papercutting craze has told how two years ago she was so poor she was reduced to eating just one potato a day.
Boo Paterson – whose Papercut… Read More
2017-10-17 21:11
New tours exploring some of Edinburgh’s horrible haunts and horrific history form part of Mercat Tours’ haunting Halloween programme this October.
Delving into Edinburgh’s… Read More
2017-10-17 21:03
This November sees a new addition to the Edinburgh restaurant market as the team behind Chop House Bar & Butchery launch their latest venture in Edinburgh’s Old Town.
White Horse O… Read More
2017-10-14 12:25
Have you ever spent 1 hour 53 minutes thinking about nothing but meat and feet? I have – I even got a medal to prove it.
I recently completed my third half-marathon after taking a… Read More
2017-10-05 08:05
Edinburgh Beer Festival
Following on from the sold-out success of last year’s event, the capital will once again play host to the Craft Beer Revolution Festival from the 23rd – 2… Read More
2017-10-04 20:43
FAZENDA EXPANDS NORTH OF THE BORDER
RODIZIO BAR & GRILL TO OPEN ON EDINBURGH’S GEORGE STREET EARLY NEXT YEAR
Independent restaurant operators City District Group, founders of the F… Read More
2017-10-01 21:57
Restaurant The Dining Room at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society collects prestigious award at The AA Hospitality Awards
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s restaurant The Dining Room in Edin… Read More
2017-08-30 11:00
Gett/GetTaxi ReviewGetTaxi (or Gett) is a new app that will make getting around Edinburgh a piece of cake, leaving more time to eat pieces of cake. We have free credit on… Read More
2017-08-29 07:26
One of the perks of training for a half-marathon is all the extra food you can consume guilt free.
Tracy Griffen has kindly provided an article for those wondering what to eat before t… Read More
2017-08-16 12:22
A guide revealing Edinburgh’s most unusual bike rides suggested by the cyclists who discovered them is being compiled as part of a project to mark bike hire scheme Bike & Go’… Read More
2017-08-10 12:16
This Sunday (13th Aug) a family rave returns to Edinburgh!
Following on from last year’s successful event, Big Fish Little Fish return with a Madchester themed party for indie lov… Read More
2017-08-09 16:38
Win a Bottle of Leith GinJOIE DE LEITH
Gleann Mόr Spirits have launched the first of their geographical gin range – ‘Leith Gin&r… Read More
2017-08-08 12:19
Le Di-Vin are opening their wine bar and restaurant – La P’tite Folie next door on Sundays during the festival. They will be open from Sunday 13th August for 3 Sundays during the… Read More
2017-08-07 22:56
A new charcuterie and bar, Clark & Lake, has opened in Tollcross, Edinburgh, offering the best in meats, cheese, wine and beer from across Europe. Founded by Andrew Thompson after… Read More
2017-08-07 22:50
A new ‘Meats & Beats’ festival, themed around meatylicious street food, and music from the past five decades, has been announced for the Capital, 20th – 22nd October.
T… Read More
2017-08-07 22:42
Five-star design hotel G&V Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh, part of the Quorvus Collection, is delighted to announce that it is partnering with Daffy’s Gin to launch a pop-up bar o… Read More
2017-08-07 12:43
Event catering specialist, Sodexo Prestige Venues & Events has teamed up with social enterprise sandwich shop chain, Social Bite to support their fight against homelessness at the Edinbu… Read More
2017-08-07 12:38
Throughout August, Edinburgh Gin is celebrating the capital’s 70th festival, with pop up bars at a variety of locations across the city and a brand-new show inspired by the s… Read More
2017-08-07 12:28
LUXURY RESORT CAMERON HOUSE LAUNCHES ‘CAMERON KIDS’
Cameron House has announced the launch of its new Cameron Kids offering, which treats the little ones to their own slice of lu… Read More
2017-08-07 12:16
Experimenting pays off for multi award-winning Glasgow Distillery Company who has won a staggering six medals at a world industry competition against 400 of the finest gins from 35 countries… Read More
2017-08-04 20:25
Leith’s first wine café – TOAST – will open at 65 The Shore on Tuesday 8th August. Offering a casual coffee, wine and food experience, Toast will… Read More
2017-08-03 22:45
When we started planning a trip around Europe we couldn’t decide where to visit, we had a romantic idea of travelling around by train and stopping off in a number o… Read More
2017-08-03 12:36
Leading Scottish craft brewer, Stewart Brewing, has announced its first ever ‘Oktobeerfest’ event coming this September.
Following the huge success of their Edinburgh Beer Festiv… Read More
2017-08-03 11:35
To celebrate the launch of their new store in Edinburgh, ScotlandShop have launched their very own beermat challenge, taking place in pubs across the capital. 20,000 beermats have… Read More
2017-08-02 12:57
Leading Scottish craft brewer, Stewart Brewing, has announced that their popular ale – Edinburgh Festival – is back by popular demand to quench festival goers thirst this August… Read More
2017-08-02 12:49
Local businessman Grant Dalgleish is hopeful that the sun will shine on Leith as he prepares to open the doors to Crolla’s Gelateria to the public next week.
The traditional gelateria… Read More
2017-08-01 11:53
As somebody who suffers from hayfever and loves to complain about the misery pollen creates, I’m an unlikely candidate for a flower arranging workshop. Gemma however, lo… Read More
2017-07-30 18:11
Le Di-Vin Wine Bar
Le Di-Vin is one of Edinburgh’s most sophisticated wine bars and one of our favourite places to visit when we’re in the mood for cheese and wine (a common occu… Read More
2017-07-28 11:02
Apple and Disney both started in garages, Richard Branson sold cut price records by post and Donald Trump got a job in his Grandmother’s business. With the exception of… Read More
2017-07-26 21:36
Join Sumayya Usmani, award-winning food writer and cookery teacher, this autumn for a culinary journey through the Indian sub-continent at the Edinburgh New Town Cookery School
“Spiced… Read More
2017-07-25 09:14
Edinburgh Cocktail Weekend
The Capital’s cocktail enthusiasts will be delighted to hear that more bars and pop-up spaces have been revealed for the inaugural Edinburgh C… Read More
2017-07-24 12:26
Maggie’s Edinburgh Culture Crawl 22nd September 2017
Maggie’s Culture Crawl is a fundraising event happening on the 22nd September to raise funds for Maggie’s can… Read More
2017-07-23 19:52
Three local venues are up for the prestigious Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards. Wedgwood the Restaurant, The Voyage of Buck and Millers64 have all been short listed and now face a publ… Read More
2017-07-12 12:41
When I told friends I would be heading to Fife to be driven around at breakneck speeds in a supercar they all looked puzzled. I’m not what you would call a petrolhead, I get easily ann… Read More
2017-06-27 12:16
Edinburgh Cocktail Weekend
Cocktail lovers can look forward to a weekend of sipping, sampling and socialising across the capital later this year, 6th – 8th October, as details of the f… Read More
2017-06-26 22:00
Clumsy Bodies presents
Iphigenia Crash Land Falls on the Neon Shell That Was Once Her Heart (A Rave Fable)
Making its UK debut, Clumsy Bodies brings their adaptation of a play by OBIE award… Read More
2017-06-19 20:39
Brewhemia Edinburgh is delighted to be hosting a special event to celebrate its opening in July 2017. Those who sign-up to our newsletter before Monday 3rd of July will receive an exclusive… Read More
2017-06-19 07:31
Graham’s has become the first UK dairy to appoint a ‘Milk Sommelier’ to help milk-lovers find the hidden depths of their favourite tipple. I’ve been drinking milk all… Read More
2017-06-18 20:16
£2 million investment to change Edinburgh’s entertainment and dining landscape
Edinburgh’s newest food, drink and entertainment venue will open in July 2017. Brewhemia i… Read More
2017-06-13 22:35
I’ve finally mastered the pronunciation of Chaophraya – and it’s much simpler than I thought. I would usually add a few additional syllables when recommending it… Read More
2017-06-13 21:10
Reform Studios Edinburgh – “Offering a dynamic, low-impact workout in beautiful boutique surroundings”
http://www.edinbraw.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Reform-Edinburgh… Read More
2017-06-12 07:01
We’ve been blogging our way around Edinburgh since 2013, searching for the best food the city had to offer. Early in our ‘research’, we found a few hidden gems… Read More
2017-06-11 14:01
The Edinburgh Whisky Festival
A festival on a mission to turn everyone on to whisky is introducing a ‘whisky creche’ to entice newbies to take a chance on the country’s nat… Read More
2017-06-05 22:39
Chop House – LeithWhen it comes to sumptuous steaks and sensational seafood, the Chop House has you covered.
I was lucky enough to attend a special evening in the Lei… Read More
2017-06-01 11:56
After a sell-out launch last year, the ‘MagicFair’ returns to Summerhall, 30th June – 2nd July, with over 80 live magic shows, the greatest illusionists from around the wor… Read More
2017-05-25 23:00
THE POMPADOUR BY GALVIN APPOINTS NEW HEAD CHEF
Daniel Ashmore takes the helm at iconic Edinburgh restaurant
Chris and Jeff Galvin are delighted to announce the appointment of new hea… Read More
2017-05-25 21:33
Picnic Packages available to pre-order for Virgin Money Fireworks Concert
For the first time ever, event organisers of the Virgin Money Fireworks Concert – Edinburgh International F… Read More
2017-05-24 22:38
The Great British Menu is back and celebrating 140 years of Wimbledon. Ally McGrath from Osso Restaurant in Peebles will be returning to our screens as the only Scottish chef actually cookin… Read More
2017-04-28 12:27
NEW INDOOR SKATEPARK & ROLLER RINK TO OPEN AT OCEAN TERMINAL SHOPPING CENTRE
· Will be located in unit previously occupied by BHS
&mi… Read More
2017-04-28 12:25
From the start of May, The Scotch Whisky Experience will be playing host to a new display honouring “The Father of Blending” and one of Edinburgh’s most famous sons, Andre… Read More
2017-04-28 07:37
After a successful first season, luxury Edinburgh venue, Dundas Castle and its partner Glampotel is doubling the number of their luxurious glamping units with the addition of environmentally… Read More
2017-04-27 12:02
Byron Hamburgers – Edinburgh
When Byron set out in 2007 they had a simple mission, to do one thing, and do it properly. I put it to Byron that they’ve failed. T… Read More
2017-04-24 07:00
Edinburgh Leisure is offering non-members the opportunity to try out their facilities with a free 7 Day Pass. The offer runs from Tuesday, 18 April and runs until 15 May 2017.
Duri… Read More
2017-04-23 21:05
Let your imagination f… Read More
2017-04-21 14:59
Good Brothers Scoops Top Edinburgh Award
Good Brothers Wine Bar has been awarded the highly sought after ‘Best New Bar’ title by The List in the just-launched 2017 Eating … Read More
2017-04-21 07:47
As regular visitors to the King’s Theatre, it seems criminal that we were oblivious to the culinary delights just around the corner. La Petite Mort might just be the per… Read More
2017-04-19 22:47
Waitrose takes Bakery Andante beyond Edinburgh
Following its success in Edinburgh, the award-winning Bakery Andante has secured a deal to supply a further four branches of W… Read More
2017-04-19 22:31
Whisky Month May 2017
Cask Is King
The Truth Behind The Taste
To celebrate Whisky month, The Real Mary King’s Close will be launching ‘Cask Is King’, an exciting… Read More
2017-04-19 21:01
Alechemy Brewing is launching its speciality stout – Bring out the Imp – in around 70 branches of the supermarket across the UK, from 01 May 2017.Waitrose is the only… Read More
2017-04-19 20:46
Foodies Festival Edinburgh, Inverleith Park (4, 5 & 6 August)
Prue Leith, Great British Bake Off Judge, Joins Edinburgh Foodies Festival line up
Foodies Festival is delight… Read More
2017-04-19 12:25
Edinburgh’s Quartermile is an open air tardis, filled with luxury apartments, offices and restaurants. It’s not an area we’ve spent much time exploring, whi… Read More
2017-04-17 21:56
Each month we get a few visitors to EdinBraw seeking out advice on the correct pronunciation and/or spelling of the word ‘Edinburgh’. We thought we may as well provide some guida… Read More
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