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Food and drink activities in Scotland

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 906 reviews

Isle of Skye smokehouse tour & tasting experience

Understand the unique art of smoking salmon on the Isle of Skye with a hands-on tour.

5 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

Bake Scones & Discover Highland Culture

‘The Scottish Cooking Experience’ hosts a ‘Scone Class’ to immerse in Scottish baking with a local islander and Gaelic speaker. Contact me! Request your preferred date & explore our other classes

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 952 reviews

Introduction to Whisky at The Lost Close

Step underground into The Lost Close for a 90‑minute guided whisky tasting—4 classic drams, local storytelling, and Scotch‑tasting tips in a hidden vaulted Edinburgh space

5 out of 5 average rating, 627 reviews

Tea with Naughty Sheep

Enjoy a chaotic afternoon tea with panoramic views and baaadly behaved hosts

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 2926 reviews

Try 4 Single Malt Scotch Whiskies and hear Scottish tales. This is a storey focussed experiance. Price is for stories only, you can choose to include the whisky (£18) if you wish to drink at the start

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 1348 reviews

Beer Below: Underground Sampling at The Lost Close

Taste your way through four exceptional beers from local breweries including Campervan Brewery, Moonwake Beer Co., and Bellfield Brewery – each with its own unique style and story.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 683 reviews

Visit and taste at South Loch Gin distillery

Experience the award-winning distillery and learn about Scottish gin production.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

Evolution of Gin Tasting at The Lost Close

Sample four gins in a unique underground venue, with expert guides sharing local history.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews

Scottish professional Edinburgh photographer tour

Professional photos of your Edinburgh trip with me Charles, Edinburgh local a friendly local capturing moments and telling you stories. To see my latest work @charlesseedweddingphotos on Insta

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 92 reviews

Luxury Whisky Tasting at The Lost Close

Beneath Edinburgh’s streets, The Lost Close awaits—five rare drams, 90 minutes, one Storyteller. Learn the lore, breathe the aroma, let each sip sing.

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Taste neat Rum or Agave with a distiller

Join your host in the distillery tasting room, where all guests enjoy a welcome drink, then taste three neat spirit samples with mixers while hearing how the spirits are made finishing with a cocktail

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Sip ales & craft beers in Glasgow's Merchant City

Explore Glasgow's historic trading hub, sample cask ale at a traditional pub, and hear about the cellars hidden beneath old taverns.

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Mozzarella, burrata and stracciatella workshop

In this intimate hands-on cheese making class you will learn how to make milky soft pillows of mozzarella, burrata and stracciatella, including enjoying morning tea and a seasonal lunch

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Craft cheese with an artisan maker

Learn the art of cheese making from a pioneering artisan cheesemaker who has crafted her creations in iconic venues like the Sydney Opera House. We'll make feta, halloumi and mascarpone.

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Distillery After Dark

Holyrood Distillery invites you beyond the everyday into an evening of dark tales of Edinburgh’s past, which we’ve distilled through taste, sound and shadow.

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Whisky Tasting and Stories in Edinburgh

Join us for the best whisky tasting on The Royal Mile in Edinburgh! 3 of the best whiskies available, from independent bottlers, presented by an experienced storyteller

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Create cheese and cultured butter

Learn artisan techniques to craft fresh cheese, yoghurt, and labne. Master crème fraîche, flavored butter, and seasonal recipes with an acclaimed cheesemaker.