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Scottish food & drink
Taste and see why Scottish food and drink is famous all over the world. Sample some of the finest homegrown produce in restaurants around the country, from the fresh catch of the day to the unique botanicals that make up our spirits. Slow down and discover what's on offer locally with a foodie trail, or meet some like-minded individuals at one of the many food & drink festivals held across the year.
Where can I try Scottish food & drink?
From fine dining to local neighbourhood gems and cosy coffee spots to cool bars, come and experience what Scotland's foodie scene is all about.

16 of the best fish & chip shops in Scotland
Scotland is the perfect place for a fish supper by the sea on a beautiful summer’s night.
13 of the best places to get ice cream in Scotland
Find the best ice cream parlours in Scotland, from Luca's Ice Cream to Nardini's and more.
11 of the best seafood shacks in Scotland
You can find our delicious seafood delicacies at a seaside shack near the coast or harbour.
9 Top Scottish food experiences
Explore Scotland's food & drink culture with these great experiences. From enjoying a tasty ice cream to trying wild game and local produce.

9 Best vegan breakfast & brunch spots
Explore amazing vegan breakfast and brunch spots across Scotland.
Top outdoor dining spots in Scotland
Discover the top outdoor dining spots in Scotland to relax and enjoy some delicious food and drink.
Traditional Scottish dishes and drinks
Haggis, neeps and tatties, whisky, Stornoway black pudding, Aberdeen Angus beef. There are some traditional dishes that are a must try when you're in Scotland.

11 Traditional Scottish food dishes to try
Get ready to taste the best Scottish food from traditional haggis and tatties to cranachan for dessert. Read our must-try list of foods from Scotland.

The iconic full Scottish breakfast
The full Scottish breakfast is packed with flavours, history and heritage, so find out what we Scots love the most!

Haggis
Learn about haggis, Scotland's national dish, with information on what is haggis, delicious haggis recipes, Burns' suppers and more.
Scotch whisky
Whisky is Scotland's best known export and has been proudly produced throughout the country for hundreds of years.
Scottish gin distilleries, tours and tastings
Learn about a superb range of Scottish gins and plan your distillery tour.

Craft beers & breweries to visit in Scotland
Find breweries and brewery tours throughout Scotland and sample some of the best craft beer products.
Discover Scotland's local produce
Some produce can only be found in Scotland. Scotch beef, Scottish wild salmon, traditional Ayrshire Dunlop cheese, Arbroath Smokies, Shetland lamb and Orkney Scottish island cheddar are just a few. Seek out our hidden foodie gems and you'll be rewarded with rich tastes and flavours.
Seasonal food calendar
Find the best produce available each season, so you can savour sustainable and local Scottish food.
Guide to wild food foraging in Scotland
Discover where to go wild food foraging with our guide to foraging in Scotland.
Top dining experiences
Make your holiday extra special and treat yourself to a Michelin dining experience in Scotland, or check out some of our award-winning restaurants.
Michelin-star restaurants in Scotland
Enjoy fine dining across Scotland - choose from 13 incredible restaurants.

9 Food & drink award winners
Check out some of Scotland's award-winning food and drink businesses for a gastronomical experience.
Foodie events, festivals and trails
From weekly farmers' markets and annual food festivals to carefully crafted taste trails, finding a foodie experience is a great way to learn more about Scotland's fresh ingredients and heritage.

Scottish Wild Food Festival
Discover local wild food with dining experiences, foraging walks, wild cocktail making, bushcraft, talks, workshops, live music and a marketplace.

Glasgow Coffee Festival
Sample the best of Glasgow's artisan coffee scene 26-27 April 2025.

The Seafood Trail
Journey through some of Scotland's stunning coastlines, sampling delicious seafood and delicacies along the way.

Taste of Place Argyll and the Isles Vegan Trail
Head to Argyll where a wide selection of eateries offering excellent vegan food as key dishes on their menus awaits.

A Taste of Moray Speyside Trail
Showcasing an astonishing array of culinary creations that captivate the taste buds, visit Moray Speyside.
Experience Glasgow Trails
Explore Glasgow through its delightful food & drink options.
Arbroath Smokie Trail
Find out more and try this Scottish fish specialty which has EU-wide recognition for its importance.
Scotland's Chocolate Trail
Choose from a tasty sampling, book a workshop and learn how to hand temper chocolate on marble.

Farmers' Markets
Farmers' markets are a great way to try local, high quality Scottish produce and meet the producers!
Delicious Cheeses in Scotland
Sample the delicious cheese that Scotland has to offer with visits to these award-winning establishments.

Stranraer Oyster Festival
Get ready for your seafood fix and celebrate Stranraer’s wild native oysters with a jam-packed events programme.

The Ultimate Edinburgh Menu - bakers and baristas
Delve into Forever Edinburgh's foodie guide to the city's best bakers and baristas.
Spotlight: a foodie guide to Fife
Influencer Pippa (@eatinburgh) has pulled together some of her favourite foodie spots and hidden gems to try across Fife.
Pippa (@eatinburgh) in Crail
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"Both the excellent produce grown here and the quality of food establishments in the area make Fife a food lovers paradise. All the villages in the East Neuk are gorgeous and ideal for exploring over a weekend.
Thanks to it’s proximity to the Central Belt of Scotland it’s also ideal for a weekend trip from Edinburgh or Glasgow."
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