While lots of people want to do things their own way and on their own terms most never get the opportunity. Up Front Brewing, however, is run exactly that way. The brainchild of Glasgow craft brewer Jake Griffin, an award winning beer-maker and Neuroscience PhD, he’s managed to launch Up Front Brewing in an unusual way and due to some rather fortuitous internet … [Read more...] about Interview: Jake Griffin from Up Front Brewing on Banksy and Beer
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Inside the Harvest Clinic at St. George’s Cross
St. George's Cross has been the point where different parts of the city meet for generations, the junction where Maryhill Road connects with Great Western Road and where the West End joins the rest of town. As the M8 was carved through Glasgow, many of the buildings in this area were cleared in the name of progress. The motorway created an obvious disconnect between this … [Read more...] about Inside the Harvest Clinic at St. George’s Cross
Best of Glasgow: Take a bite of Tantrum Doughnuts
Don't call it a fad, a trend or a food craze. We've always loved doughnuts. And donuts. Check any local bakery in the city or our older cafes. Glasgow's got it covered. While the arrival of Krispy Kreme brought a renewed frisson of attention, anything the Americans can do with sugar and fried dough, we can do better. The best in Glasgow? Enter Tantrum Doughnuts, the … [Read more...] about Best of Glasgow: Take a bite of Tantrum Doughnuts
My Best of Glasgow: Blogger Emma Eats
Glasgow food blog Emma Eats chronicles some of the best restaurants in the city. Originally from Dublin, Emma loves eating out in restaurants and has assembled some excellent recommendations for brunch, lunch and dinner in Glasgow, as well as exploring what Ayrshire food has to offer. We asked Emma to pick out some of her favourite people and places. What do you like … [Read more...] about My Best of Glasgow: Blogger Emma Eats
Glasgow’s best tapas are now at Iberica on St. Vincent Street
Glasgow is attracting a procession of culinary heavyweights. Restaurant brands are lining up to gain a landmark location in the city centre. The most sought after spaces for the big players are currently the handsome, historic buildings on St. Vincent Street. Add in a smattering of local talent like Bread Meats Bread and the newly opened Pizza Punks and there are all the … [Read more...] about Glasgow’s best tapas are now at Iberica on St. Vincent Street