Makar is a small batch gin distilled seven times to develop its distinctive, juniper-led smoothness in a copper pot still called Annie, right here in Glasgow. They have recently released a new expression - Makar Old Tom which is their own interpretation of a traditional style of gin that dates back to the 18th Century and tastes great with lashings of tonic and a wedge of … [Read more...] about Glasgowist Cocktail Recipe: Makar Glasgow Kiss from Gin 71
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Delizique Kicks off Series of Pop-Ups with Paleo Canteen
Delizique on Hyndland Street in the West End is launching a series of pop-ups, starting with Paleo Canteen on Friday 28th April at 7.30pm. The evening will begin with oysters and a glass of fizz, followed by chicken broth and spring greens. The main course will consist of mixed grilled skewers of lamb kofta, chicken, vegetable and barberry paneer, and a sharing platter of … [Read more...] about Delizique Kicks off Series of Pop-Ups with Paleo Canteen
Review: Spring lamb and asparagus menu at Browns Brasserie
At the merest glimpse of sunshine, all roads in the Merchant City seem to lead to George Square, and so it was one brisk but bright spring evening when we found ourselves at the door of Browns Brasserie and Bar. It occupies part of the ground and basement floors of the old General Post Office building that gained a new lease of life as an apartments development in 2001. The … [Read more...] about Review: Spring lamb and asparagus menu at Browns Brasserie
Three Sisters Bake Recipe: Cadbury’s Creme Egg Brownies
Sweet treats are an essential part of Easter Sunday and today the cake table at Three Sisters Bake cafes in Killearn and Quarrier's Village will be loaded with Chocolate Guinness cake topped with mini eggs, creme egg brownies and homemade hot cross buns. At Three Sisters Bake, the chefs and bakers prepare soups, salads, cakes and sharing platters from scratch using fresh, … [Read more...] about Three Sisters Bake Recipe: Cadbury’s Creme Egg Brownies
Take on Glasgow’s biggest cheese toastie challenge at Nic’s NYC Deli
News reaches us that Wednesday 12th April is National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day. Which would be National Toasted Cheese or National Cheese Toastie Day in Glasgow (delete as appropriate). To celebrate, Graham’s the Family Dairy has created a monster cheese challenge that will be on the menu for one day only at Nic's NYC Deli on Byres Road. It could be the biggest cheese … [Read more...] about Take on Glasgow’s biggest cheese toastie challenge at Nic’s NYC Deli