Category Archives: New Town

St Vincent

Posted on March 10, 2015 by BKR

A few steps down from street level and in the shadow of the impressively imposing St Stephen’s Church, it could be easy to miss the St Vincent. I suspect its passing trade is limited, as it’s neither on Circus Place … Continue reading →

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Anima

Posted on February 6, 2015 by BKR

On my recent travels around the city, I’d spotted an impressive sounding lunch deal in Anima’s window, so headed to Henderson Row to give it a try, today. The posher half of noted chip shop L’Alba D’Oro, Anima showcases traditional … Continue reading →

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Spit/Fire

Posted on January 23, 2015 by BKR

Our Beer Man’s Verdict We recently used the Hanging Bat’s second birthday as an opportunity to give it a review. As one of the leading beer venues in Edinburgh – and, indeed, Scotland and the UK – it deservedly received … Continue reading →

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The Scratch Series

Posted on January 19, 2015 by BKR

We’ve had a bit of chequered past with Iglu. The review we published, back in 2013, was the summation of two rather unfortunate visits. It was a post over which both MJ and I agonised, because it was very clear … Continue reading →

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The Hidden Wing by Angels with Bagpipes

Posted on December 15, 2014 by BKR

Blythe’s Verdict We’re really pleased with how Scran Salon has developed over the course of 2014. One of the benefits has been that we’ve been even more plugged in to the Edinburgh restaurant scene matrix and have had the pleasure … Continue reading →

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