Feast The city and shire’s hospitality sector has not been having an easy time of it over the past few years. The pandemic and cost of living crisis isn’t doing them any favours – so we thought we would! Here’s our guide to some of our favourite places to eat and what we love about…

Maryculter’s Kitchen Maestro Discover David Butters, the new Head Chef at Maryculter House… One of Scotland’s most highly regarded chefs is now bringing his distinctive approach to the menu at Maryculter House. David’s career includes many of the country’s most prestigious hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants and a multitude of awards, including the Fine Dining Chef of…

Orchid: Forza Beach Ingredients:  Gin | Italicus | Lemon and Basil Sorbet | Anise | Faux Citrus | Bubbles Forza Beach is one of four cocktails we have created with the idea of supporting local businesses. We have teamed up with Mad Cow Ices who are based in Portlethen, Aberdeenshire to create a bespoke sorbet.…

Where did the duck go? Ingredients:  Havana | Mint | Apple | Fennel | Lime Where Did The Duck Go is a delightful riff on the simple and sublime, Daiquiri. With a blend of mint, lime, fennel & apple added to the Cuban Rum you have a delicate cocktail that you can enjoy at any time…

Seasonal sensations Eating seasonally makes sense. Not only does it cut air miles and reduce our food’s carbon footprint but it supports local growers and we get fresh produce that’s cheaper and tastes better. Who needs green beans that have flown in from Peru or apples that have been stored for two years before they…