Chef Roberta Hall McCarron Opens New Restaurant - Ardfern

Looking for a new relaxed dining experience? Award-winning chef Roberta Hall McCarron has just opened her new café, bar and bottle shop in Edinburgh’s Leith. Taking its name from her childhood memories of a village in Argyll and Bute, Ardfern is Roberta’s third venture, joining her acclaimed The Little Chartroom and Eleanore.

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Foodhood mag
The Clever Summer Holiday Edit

As we prepare for our summer holidays, it’s essential to approach our packing with intentionality and flair. You’ve waited all year for this holiday and deserve to look and feel great every day. Nail the holiday wardrobe—a skill that elevates our travel experience from mundane to extraordinary.

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Fashionhood mag
Say Cheers to Perth Cocktail Week

Perth Cocktail Week is about to hit and it takes place from Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 9, 2024. More than 30 venues from across the city are taking part in the inaugural event which has been established to support the city’s growing local hospitality scene.

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Foodhood mag
The Taste of Italy in Edinburgh

Calling all Italophiles - fancy a little taste of Italy this summer? You don’t have to fly to Rome or Milan to enjoy because Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is bringing a taste of Italy to the heart of the capital with the launch of its June Chef’s Table Experience.

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Foodhood mag
Floral Disruptors Hit Edinburgh

Expect the unexpected as Fleurs de Villes, the world-renowned floral show behind international blockbuster exhibitions in cities including Sydney, New York, Chicago, Miami and Toronto, is set to return to Edinburgh this month with its major new exhibition; ARTISTE.

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Prepare for Summer by Decluttering Your Mind

Research shows that maintaining an organised, clean, and tidy home can lead to reduced stress, decreased anxiety, increased creativity, and improved mood. But have you considered applying the same decluttering techniques to your mind? Here are five ways to clear mental clutter and make space for thoughts and decisions that truly matter.

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What's On When Taylor Swift Comes to Town

Heading to Murrayfield in the Scottish capital for the biggest gig in town? For all those looking to make the most of their hours pre Taylor Swift’s concert here’s just a handful of the events on around the city that you can enjoy to get you and your Swifty crew into the spirit of things. Events like these also mean that fans that didn’t manage to get a hold of those ‘gold dust’ tickets can also just soak up the energy of Taylor being in the postcode!

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In The Hoodhood mag
Laura Bond's Taylor Swift Weekend Special

Laura Bond, the renowned piercing parlour located in the heart of Edinburgh, is paying homage to pop sensation Taylor Swift on the weekend of her Edinburgh Eras Tour concerts by hosting themed events with an exclusive offering of Taylor Swift-themed piercings, Thursday 6th-Sunday 9th of June.

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Fashionhood mag
Experience the Delights of The Spanish Butcher

Stepping inside Edinburgh’s The Spanish Butcher, the city’s newest foodie destination, is like taking a trip to New York. The restaurant’s design evokes a loft-style experience in Manhattan’s dining scene. Head in, you’ll be welcomed by the Maître D' into the bar area with its fusion of ultra-luxe comfort, rich deep tones, the finest natural materials, and bold, edgy industrial accents.

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Foodhood mag