Scran

The Scotsman

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From the humble haggis supper to the finest single malt, Scotland's food and drink scene is as unique as the nation itself. Rosalind Erskine, The Scotsman's Food and Drink Editor, is joined by guests and experts to give you an insight into what's cooking in Scotland. If you like a good bit of scran, this is the podcast for you.

17 jul

Celebrating 25 years of Amber restaurant with father and son chefs, Michael and David Neve

On this episode of Scran Rosalind chats to David and Michael Neave - the father and son duo who have played more than an important part in the success of Amber restaurant. Amber celebrates 25 years in business this year. Located in the Scottish Whisky Experience it was one of the first visitor attractions to launch a restaurant and since then has gone from strength to strength. David founded the restaurant and when Michael was young he would come to visit his father at work where his fascination for cooking began. She speaks to them both about the significant family history that is tied up in their work. About how the restaurant was a forerunner of many trends we see in food and drink today and about their passion for good food.To celebrate 25 years in business Michael developed an anniversary menu which became a project many of the longstanding team got involved in. Each dish was chosen for the memories it carries of the suppliers, the team, and the guests and all those who shaped the restaurant over 25 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 jul

Bonus Episode - Scran on the Road - Orkney part 2 - Barony Mill and Highland Park

On this Scran on the Road special, producer Kelly and Rosalind spent two days travelling around Orkney, thanks to Orkney Marketing and ⁠Orkney.com⁠, where they encountered so many interesting people and places that they couldn't fit it all into one episode. On the second part of the road trip, Rosalind goes to Barony mill where she meets Alister Harcus. This is a fascinating look at such an historic building still functioning as well as the day it was built. Alister shows Rosalindl around the mill, explaining the different processes and history. A trip to Orkney wouldn't have been complete without a visit to Highland Park. Rosalind sat down with Graham Bruce, Visits and Retail Operations Manager to hear all about the changes to the distillery in recent times. They also discuss the downturn in the industry and a change in their marketing strategy which had peaked her interest. You'll hear parts of the tour of the distillery Rosalind went on too with tour guide Darren. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
19 jun

Bonus Episode - previewing The Scottish Game Fair 2026

Summer in Scotland can mean one thing for a lot of people - the chance to get out and about and enjoy the fairs and agricultural shows that are taking place across the country. One such popular annual event is The Scottish Game Fair. Taking place at Scone Palace between 3 and 5 July, it celebrates Scotland's rich countryside heritage through fishing demonstrations, various animal competitions, interactive events, the Scottish Venison Cookery Theatre and much more. Rosalind wanted to hear more about what visitors could expect, so she spoke to the cookery theatre curator Daniela Forbes, who is a chef and food stylist.Sarah Rankin also joined the podcast. Sarah is one of the chefs who is appearing at this year's event and is a MasterChef finalist and food writer.Rosalind asked them about how they got involved with the Scottish Game Fair, how they go about curating and planning the demonstrations and why venison is something we don't always reach for in preparing our regular meals. You can find out more about the The Scottish Game Fair and book tickets on www.scottishfair.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
15 jun

Highland food and drink hidden gems

As award season is in full swing we celebrate recent recipients of the Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2026. On this episode Rosalind speaks to two recipients; Sarah Heward of the Real Food Cafe and Sean Kelly of the Lovat.Sarah shares her amazing back story of how her business in Tyndrum came about, the challenges she's faced over the years and how she built the success the business has become. She attributes this in no small part to her team and the wonderful network she has built despite the challenges of working in a rural setting. She tells Rosalind what it means to her to have picked up this recent sustainability award. Rosalind also chats to chef Sean Kelly of The Lovat in Fort Augustus, who also picked up an award. This time for Best restaurant/eating experience. Sean tells Rosalind all about his passion for cooking, the challenges of being up north but also the wonderful opportunities it presents for things like foraging. He also talks about how they encourage their staff's development through things like awards but also ensuring they are pursuing other interests outside of work and embracing wellbeing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
12 jun

Bonus Episode - Scran on the Road - Orkney part 1 - J Gow Rum and Stockan's Oatcakes

One Tuesday in summer, when the sun was splitting the stones in Glasgow Rosalind boarded a plane to Orkney. The weather in Kirkwall was much more temperate, but what Rosalind discovered was a truly fascinating world of food and drink which made her quickly forget about the sun back home. On this Scran on the Road special, producer Kelly and Rosalind spent two days travelling around Orkney, thanks to Orkney Marketing and Orkney.com, where they encountered so many interesting people and places that they couldn't fit it all into one episode. This is part 1 which brings you first, an insight into a modern business with Colin the founder of J Gow Rum, and then a four-generations-old family business when Rosalind spoke to Stewart Crichton, MD of Stockans Oatcakes. Colin is also Chair of Orkney Food and Drink and tells Rosalind all about his role and the challenges they need to surmount as an island business and community. He shares his passion for distilling rum and the pirate inspiration that has informed its branding and marketing. Stewart describes the rich history of Stockan's Oatcakes and how this iconic Scottish triangular oatcake came about. He also suggests ways to serve your oatcakes which may raise an eyebrow or two. You'll be able to hear part 2 in the series in the coming weeks which features the one and only Highland Park and a fascinating traditional operating business, Barony Mill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
15 may

Bonus episode - The countdown to the Royal Highland Show 2026 is on!

On this bonus episode of Rosalind visits Ingliston on this episode as the Royal Highland Show 2026 inches ever closer and is now only a matter of weeks away. Rosalind sat down with David Tennant, Head of Show and Blayne Dicke, Tradestands Manager to hear about how things are ramping up on site, how they are working with exhibitors and members to bring the show together, what the kinds of challenges can be at this stage of the process as well as how they go about putting on a show this size over four days. They also talk about the staff and volunteers who make the show happen, The Reeling; the show's new nighttime entertainment, and what visitors can expect if they've not been before. You'll find more information about all the events taking place over the weekend of the Royal Highland Show from 18 to 21 June, as well as more information on exhbitors, entertainment and logistics, including tickets, on https://www.royalhighlandshow.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 may

Browns of Leith

Today's episode features a trip to Edinburgh, where Rosalind visits a new foodie haunt, Browns of Leith. Brown's is made up of Haze, an all-day venue which is run by the team behind Timberyard. Civerinos the Edinburgh pizza institution and Shuck Bar, a new seafood bar, from the founder of Portobello's ShrimpWreck. Rosalind went along one sunny afternoon to meet with some of the key players to find out how it's all come together and what you can expect from a visit. She sat down with Ewen Hutchison, owner and founder of Shrimpwreck in Portobello and more recently Shuck Bar at Browns. Ewen tells Rosalind all about leaving the corporate world to work in street food, developing the business and how being part of BBC's Million Pound Menu has affected the business. She also chats to Joseph Radford one of the owners of Haze, Montrose and Timberyard and Chef, Bartholomew Stratfold who works across all three establishments. Haze serves a carefully curated menu of small plates—think European wine bar—as well as breakfast and coffee. Rosalind hears more about how this special space has been adapted to work for its new tenants and how plans are afoot to keep developing the building. She also gets to try some delicious samples from Shuck Bar and Haze. Warning: this podcast may make you hungry! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
17 abr

Ghillie Basan - 'Food, Whisky, Life'

Ghillie Basan is one of Scotland's most talented culinary champions. She's been called 'The Original Spice Girl' and a 'World Food Expert' but what comes across most when you meet this author of more than 50 books, mostly on food, is her irrepressible spirit and thirst for life. On a snowy day Rosalind went along to Ghillie's highland home to chat with her about her childhood in East Africa, creating a home from 300 year old ruins, raising a young family in difficult conditions, building a livelihood from her remote home and the challenges she's met along the way. They talk about her close relationship with her children both in work and play and why her latest food book, 'Food, Whisky, Life', may be her last. She tells Rosalind the rather incredible story of how she got her first break in journalism, why she doesn't eat in restaurants very much and how a little bit of love can go a long way in cooking. They also look to the future and the hopes and dreams she still holds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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From the humble haggis supper to the finest single malt, Scotland's food and drink scene is as unique as the nation itself. Rosalind Erskine, The Scotsman's Food and Drink Editor, is joined by guests and experts to give you an insight into what's cooking in Scotland. If you like a good bit of scran, this is the podcast for you.

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The Scotsman
Años en activo

2019 - 2026
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196
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