Cafe Grande Cafe Grande is one of those places I’ve walked past so many times but never timed it right for a visit. I’ve never been entirely sure whether it was a cafe, restaurant or bar so that’s at least partly the reason I’ve not popped in but when I was recently hungry in the …

Cafe de la Poste WelcomeI’d noted with interest the arrival of Cafe de la Poste in the old post office next to the King’s Hall. Regular guest quester Rachel had spotted it too so together we plotted a lunchtime visit. A French bistro, the place had an unmistakably Gallic feel to it, from the staff …

Maison Bleue – Le Bistrot I was sad to see Caffe e Cucina close in Morningside, but glad to find the folks behind that venture thriving in a Newhaven location as Sasso. Taking over the Morningside premises is the second restaurant from popular Victoria Street staple Maison Bleue. Called Le Bistrot, I popped in recently …

Rollo Broughton Eleanor’s Verdict I joined Blythe on a humid Wednesday evening very much looking forward to an evening of delicious wines and tasty food at Rollo on Broughton Street.Selection Sitting at the bar for the evening, I selected a glass of Viognier to start, which turned out to be an excellently light and zesty …

The Walnut Exterior It’s always good to get tip offs about new places, particularly when they come from respected sources like Barry Bryson. Barry passed on a mention of The Walnut, newly opened where Cafe No9 used to trade on Croall Place. I made a note to visit at my earliest opportunity, which presented itself …