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15 Jan

The Perfect Platter launches Taste of Scotland box

Featuring an array of tasty produce from local businesses – including From Bakery Lane, Cambus O’May Cheese, Dean’s, J.G. Ross and S&S Inverurie – the boxes are now available to order.

Society

15 Jan

Popular Aberdeen eatery launches Italian munching box

Amore, which is located on Huntly Street, now offers the tempting box for foodies.

Society

15 Jan

Aberdeenshire’s Bakeology With Matt offers delicious-looking bakes

From delicious doughnut stacks which always cause a buzz on social media to tasty scones, afternoon teas and cupcakes, Aberdeenshire-based Matt Ingham is known for offering mouth-watering bakes.

Society

15 Jan

Dutch Courage Bar Hire is keeping North East customers refreshed in and out of lockdown

Founded three years ago by partners Scott Rose and Erin Johnston, Dutch Courage Bar Hire offers an entirely bespoke bar hire service that is modular to fit any space, from a living room or kitchen to a conference suite or large-scale event.

Society

14 Jan

BrewDog Distilling Co shares cocktail recipes to try out this burns night in the North East

BrewDog Distilling Co has shared two cocktail recipes, both of which are easy to make and tasty, for you to savour on Burns Night and beyond.

Society

14 Jan

Aberdeenshire cafe to release pancake-making box

Annie’s Cakery will launch the product next month, which includes everything you need to create 10-12 fluffy, medium-sized pancakes.

Society

14 Jan

Aberdeenshire farm shop now offers gin and tonic loaf

Perfect if you need your gin fix in the morning, the boozy leaves are now available to collect from Castleton Farm Shop & Cafe.

Society

13 Jan

Aberdeen sushi business launches a new ‘lockdown’ platter

Ideal for sushi-lovers, the platter is available for collection and delivery this week from Thursday to Sunday. The platter, which costs £21.50, can be collected from Miso Hungry’s premises on Chattan Place.

Society

13 Jan

Aberdeen hotel to offer Sunday roast dinner for delivery

The Dutch Mill Hotel, located on Queen’s Road, now offers roast chicken dinner will all the trimmings for collection and delivery.

Society

13 Jan

Aberdeenshire’s Strong Water Co to host virtual wine and food pairing event

The store, which is based on High Street in Banchory, has run a number of successful virtual tastings to date. The latest event will take place on Thursday January 28 from 7pm.

Society

13 Jan

Symposium Coffee House launches cook at home meal packs in the North East

Symposium Coffee House has launched chef-prepared, cook at home meal packs in the North East. The meals are available in portion sizes for two or four and are perfect to keep in the fridge or freezer to use at a later date.

Society

13 Jan

The City of Aberdeen Distillery launches private virtual events

Ideal for reconnecting with friends, family and loved ones during the coronavirus pandemic, the events are led by head distiller Alan Milne.

Society

13 Jan

Popular Aberdeenshire eatery launches new menu

Eat on The Green’s menu “Eat from The Green” will be available for collection nevery Friday and Saturday in January.

Society

13 Jan

Aberdeen bakery delivers 1,000 butteries across the UK in first week of nationwide delivery service

An Aberdeen bakery is answering the prayers of buttery fans across the UK by launching a nationwide delivery service.

Evening Express

13 Jan

Plans for North East’s first Tim Hortons and a McDonald’s at former Aberdeen office site

Plans have been unveiled for two new drive-thrus in the south of Aberdeen – with the potential to bring a world-famous brand to the north-east for the first time.

Press and Journal

11 Jan

Aberdeen bistro announces Burns Night supper offering

210 Bistro, based on Market Street, is offering the supper for collection or delivery (within an eight-mile radius) between 3pm and 5pm on Saturday January 23.

Society

11 Jan

Aberdeen-based healthy food cafe launches delivery service

The Key is now offering delivery within a 10-mile radius of its premises on Regent Quay, capturing the city centre, Blackburn, Bridge of Don, Westhill, Kingswells, Balmedie and Portlethen.

Society

11 Jan

TikTok wrap hack comes to ice-cream parlour in Fraserburgh

Partridges is now offering a delicious-looking dessert wrap at its premises on High Street in Fraserburgh.

Society

11 Jan

Aberdeen cafe to offer three-course Burns Night dinner for delivery

Foodies will also be able to collect the three-course meal from The Sitting Room’s premises on Berrymuir Road in Portlethen.

Society

8 Jan

Celebrate Veganuary with Aberdeenshire’s Dreamy Goat Coffee Co

Based in Inverurie, the business has grown rapidly since launching in June. Despite deciding to open the doors of the cafe during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Courtney O’Grady has continued to provide customers with an impressive selection.

Society

8 Jan

Valentines boxes launched by The Larder in Huntly

Ideal for chocolate-lovers, the boxes include heart-shaped cake pops, chocolate bars, chocolate-dipped strawberries, and a pot of ganache dipping sauce and strawberries for dipping.

Society

8 Jan

Rowies (or is it butteries?) by post!

A talented baker has launched a new ‘butteries by post’ service. Aberdeen-based The Bread Guy now offers packs of butteries for delivery.

Society

8 Jan

Alford catering firm launch cocktail club

Country Flavours of Alford are encouraging locals to get involved in their latest service, which provides subscribers with a tasty cocktail hamper every week.

Society

8 Jan

Bonobo Cafe leading the local, vegan way in Aberdeen

Setting up Bonobo cafe after going vegan themselves, Claire Sweeney and Sarah Mouat hoped to create a vegan community hub in Aberdeen.

Society

6 Jan

Pandemic galvanised Chris Reynolds to get inventive with North East food and drink business Reynolds Corporate & Cocktail

Having spent a number of years catering for cocktail parties, product launches, large and small-scale corporate events and more, the business was forced to devise new ways to drive sales when the Covid-19 outbreak struck.

Society

6 Jan

North East families invested £2m to launch Scotland’s first dedicated gluten-free oat plant

Launched by Andrew and Debbie Booth, alongside Charlie and Jillian Russell, the production plant is one of only two in the UK with a dedicated gluten-free facility.

Society

6 Jan

Aberdeen catering firm to offer an afternoon tea platter for Burns night

Watermelon Catering will be offering its new menu for both collection and delivery.

Society

6 Jan

Aberdeenshire’s The Davron Hotel launches new takeaway food menu

Situated in Rosehearty, the new dishes are now available to collect at the hotel – which is well known for providing delicious grub made using quality, local produce including fish and reared meats – from 4pm to 8pm daily.

Society

6 Jan

North East zero-waste store has launched new meal kits for Veganuary

Bare – Zero Waste Living is now offering the kits for collection at its premises on Bridge Street in Ellon.

Society

6 Jan

Atholl Hotel reveals new takeaway menu

Situated on Kings Gate, the hotel has launched the new menu to celebrate the beginning of 2021.

Society

6 Jan

Popular Aberdeen eatery launches new ‘lockdown’ set menu

Cafe Harmony offers the dishes for both delivery and collection from its premises on Bon-Accord Terrace.

Society

6 Jan

Aberdeen beach-based cafe launches takeaway service

Sanddollar Cafe, situated on Beach Esplanade, is offering diners the opportunity to enjoy its delicious food from the comforts of their own homes from today.

Society

6 Jan

Former Ellon coffee shop set to be turned into pizzeria

Proposals had been submitted to Aberdeenshire Council seeking permission to convert the former Symposium coffee house on Ellon’s Neil Ross Square into a pizza restaurant.

Evening Express

22 Dec

Two local businesses team up to offer cocktail and taco box deliveries across the North East this Hogmanay

Mexican street-food restaurant Muchacho has teamed up with the mixologists of Orchid to offer cocktail and TacoBox deliveries in three north-east communities.

Society

22 Dec

Aberdeenshire’s Fennel restaurant to offer ‘Hogmanay from Home’ meal kits

The restaurant, which is situated on Burn Lane in Inverurie, is offering the kits in order to give back to the local and wider community after a difficult year.

Society

21 Dec

Amore launch Hogmanay menu

Amore will be offering its new two and three-course Hogmanay menus at its premises on Huntly Street.

Society

21 Dec

Aberdeenshire bar has reveal new outdoor seating area

The team at Cheers Cafe Bar & Tavern – based on Broad Street in Fraserburgh – has spent several weeks developing the new area, which is an extension of its beer garden.

Society

21 Dec

New dessert parlour opens in Aberdeenshire.

The Icer will now be serving up a range of delicious treats for takeaway at its premises on Commercial Road in Oldmeldrum.

Society

18 Dec

Aldi teams up with true Kilted Chef to create perfect festive feasts with trio of Scotch Galloway Beef Joints

The ‘Three Wise Chefs’ videos have been produced to inspire people to try the exceptional range of Scotch Galloway Beef joints being launched by Aldi this Christmas.

AGCC

14 Dec

Mackie’s of Scotland teams up with fellow Great Taste Award winner for festive giveaway

Aberdeenshire-based ice cream and chocolate company Mackie’s of Scotland is partnering up with craft spirits producer, Tayport Distillery, giving consumers the chance to enjoy the taste of summer in these winter evenings with a joint giveaway.

Evening Express

11 Dec

New ownership for Stonehaven cafe sees venue offer up supper club menu

The owner of a popular French-inspired eatery in Aberdeen has revealed his plans for a new venue in Stonehaven after taking on The Old Pier.

Evening Express

11 Dec

Stoney coffee shop hosting a series of tea time sittings this month

The Old Pier in Stonehaven will run the events on Saturday December 12, Friday December 18 and Saturday December 19 from 5.30pm.

Society

11 Dec

Popular Aberdeen Thai eatery launch breakfast offering

Koi Thai’s Aahan Chow (morning food) menu will offer customers a taste of typical Thai breakfast dishes with a twist.

Society

11 Dec

Rev de Cuba unveil new outdoor area

Revolucion de Cuba, on Belmont Street, will be serving up mulled wine and its wide range of cocktails in the refreshed outdoor area.

Society

11 Dec

North East catering firm now sells Yorkshire pudding wraps

Skoff, based in Dyce, has taken the traditional Sunday roast and rolled it up inside large, fluffy, flattened Yorkshire puddings to create mouth-watering Yorkshire pudding wraps.

Society

11 Dec

Maggie's Grill launches home delivery service

Maggie’s Grill on Holburn Street is now offering people the opportunity to enjoy its delicious barbecue dishes at home, without having to leave their sofa.

Society

11 Dec

Aberdeenshire’s Maryfield Turkey Farm will ensure your Christmas dinner boasts a traditional centrepiece

Turkey with all the trimmings is essential when preparing what is arguably the most well-favoured meal of the year – Christmas dinner.

Society

11 Dec

North East dairy farm raising funds for local charity with award-winning yoghurts

Aberdeenshire’s Rora Dairy has teamed up with a local charity in the fight to end homelessness in Scotland and throughout the UK.

Society

11 Dec

Cask unveils new outdoor seating area

CASC Bar, situated in Aberdeen’s Merchant Quarter, is now operating for the first time in its own outdoor area.

Society

11 Dec

Aberdeen’s BioCafe proves that healthy eating can be exciting

Passionate about a healthy lifestyle and refined sugar-free desserts, Iwona, who has worked in the hospitality industry for a number of years, always dreamed of opening her own cafe.

Society

8 Dec

Kemnay butcher launces haggis butteries

Collie Butchers, which is based on St Brydes Road in Kemnay, has started producing haggis butteries for foodies.

Society

8 Dec

Aberdeenshire’s Biscuit Bunny offers edible messages

After sending her family biscuits with positive messages during the pandemic, Zoe Rayner wondered if locals would also like to surprise their loved ones with baked goods.

Society

8 Dec

BrewDog launches Bloody Good Beer to celebrate Scotland making period products free

North East beer giant BrewDog is set to launch a new beer to celebrate Scotland passing a bill which will make period products such as tampons and pads free to all who need them.

Society

8 Dec

Aberdeen chocolate company gets in on festive TikTok craze by launching hot chocolate bombs

Situated on Regent Quay in Aberdeen, the chocolate company is now selling their own hot chocolate bombs – made from luxurious Belgian chocolate – on their website.

Society

1 Dec

Craft beer plans approved for former Aberdeen nightclub

Plans for a “bright and airy” craft beer bar have been approved to create a new spot at The Garage, in Windmill Brae.

Press and Journal

1 Dec

A round of questions with Cup's owner

Angela Kozak opened Cup on Little Belmont Street eight years ago after working in the oil and gas industry for more than a decade.

Society

1 Dec

North East plant-based cafe and refillery unveil its latest menu

Baobab Banff, situated on Low Street in Banff, will serve the new menu items from tomorrow onwards.

Society

1 Dec

Virtual Society Awards: Aberdeen’s Smoke and Soul praised for their effective use of social media

The Smoke and Soul team raised a glass to celebrate their success in demonstrating their ability to use social media innovatively and effectively.

Society

30 Nov

Virtual Society awards: Aberdeenshire’s Amity Fish Company on crest of a wave after coming out on top as food business of the year

Dedicated to supplying the freshest seafood, Amity Fish Company proved the perfect catch after it netted the award for Food Business of the Year.

Society

30 Nov

Banchory Lodge to host series of BrewDog pop-up bars

Guests will be treated to a fantastic selection of draft beers and wines with The Wandering Bartender – Mark Herbert – also creating some festive cocktails.

Society

30 Nov

Aberdeenshire cafe to release festive munchie boxes for foodies

The Larder will be serving up the boxes, which include an impressive selection of treats, at its premises on Gordon Street in Huntly from next Tuesday (December 1).

Society

30 Nov

Banff Springs introduces dome dining

Banff Springs Hotel is now offering guests the opportunity to dine in its outdoor geodesic dome, known as The Bubble.

Society

27 Nov

Paramount launches takeaway drink service

The popular city bar, which has been closed since March, is now offering cocktail fans the opportunity to enjoy its drinks once again from the comforts of their home.

Society

27 Nov

Aberdeenshire chipper wins sustainability award

Aberdeenshire’s famous fish and chip shop, The Bay Fish & Chips, has scooped another award for its commitment to sustainability. Beating three other UK businesses, Stonehaven’s The Bay won the Sustainable Business Award at The Cateys...

Society

27 Nov

Award-winning Aberdeen butcher launches macaroni and pepperoni pizza pies

Lurch Monster’s Tilly Butcher is now offering the new mouth-watering pies at its premises on Hayton Road.

Society

27 Nov

Hot chocolate bombs!

Ideal for the festive season, Lana-Lou Bakes’ new sweet treat would also make a great Christmas present. The chocolate bombs will be available in Lana’s Christmas Eve treat boxes.

Society

27 Nov

Learn about the Perfect Platter

After creating a grazing table last Christmas for their own family to enjoy, mother-daughter duo Lorna and Jade Michie have since decided to launch their very own business – The Perfect Platter.

Society

27 Nov

Four North East breweries scoop accolades at Scottish Beer Awards

Congratulations to Fierce Beer, six°north, Brew Toon and Reids Gold Brewing who were all named winners at last night’s virtual awards ceremony

Society

25 Nov

Fresh Grub proves a hit in revamped Aberdeen Science Centre

Grub Fresh Food opened in the newly renovated Aberdeen Science Centre this month and has enjoyed a busy and fulfilling start.

AGCC

25 Nov

Aberdeen’s Smoke and Soul launches collaborative biltong

So popular that it's already sold out! Next time...

Society

25 Nov

New store provides one-stop-shop for consumers to support local producers in Aberdeen

A new family-run store that only stocks products created by north-east producers to help boost the local economy has opened in Aberdeen.

Society

25 Nov

New breakfast menu for Ferryhill House Hotel

From fresh pancakes, porridge, breakfast rolls, omelettes and vegetarian options to ‘The Full Ferryhill’, there's something for everyone.

Society

24 Nov

BrewDog co-owner teases release of Percy Pig flavoured vodka in North East

The co-founder of north-east beer giant BrewDog has teased the release of a new spirit – Rogue Wave Percy Pig flavoured vodka.

Society

24 Nov

Kintore cafe launch new menu

The Hummingbird Cafe, based in the Rebecca Carr Residence at Midmill Parade in Kintore, is now serving up a new line-up of dishes to hungry customers.

Society

23 Nov

Mintlaw pub opens new marquee

The Country Park Inn has opened a marquee in its beer garden on Station Road in Mintlaw. It can be booked from noon to 8pm for meals and noon to 10.30pm for drinks.

Society

23 Nov

North East spirits firm has released first single cask whisky

Little Brown Dog Spirits, formed by Andrew Smith and Chris Reid, is now offering the first spirit in its single cask series – a juicy Arran 2011.

Society

23 Nov

Aberdeen-based coffee shop introduce adorable Christmas tree cupcakes

Figment Coffee is now selling the sweet treats, which are topped with a velvety buttercream, edible baubles and a star topper.

Society

23 Nov

North East eatery to close its doors and be transformed into Chinese restaurant

Family-run restaurant The Steadin, which is based on Fraser Way in Rothienorman, is closing its doors from this Sunday before being transformed into a new Chinese restaurant.

Evening Express

20 Nov

Aberdeen’s Nargile restaurant serves up authentic Turkish dishes

Yusuf and Karen Iridag introduced authentic Turkish cuisine to Aberdeen foodies in 1983. The eatery’s current managing director Tayfun Kaplan is proud to continue offering freshly prepared Middle Eastern dishes from its premises on Skene Street.

Society

20 Nov

Aberdeen’s Barking Mad Coffee & Cakes is the perfect foodie pit stop for dog-owners

Overlooking the city’s picturesque beachfront and seaside, Barking Mad Coffee & Cakes provides the ideal foodie pit stop for hungry locals and their furry companions alike.

Society

20 Nov

Aberdeen treat box firm unveils festive confectionary boxes

Boujee Box by Han, founded by Hannah Sang, has been providing north-east foodies with beautiful hampers featuring an array of indulgent treats since its launch in August.

Society

20 Nov

FreshMex announce plans to expand into England with further Deliveroo partnership

FreshMex, Aberdeen’s popular Tex-Mex street food restaurant, has announced it has signed a partnership with Deliveroo to open the first FreshMex Deliveroo Editions kitchen in Nottingham.

AGCC

19 Nov

Byron Bakery owners leaving business in safe hands as they announce retirement

The owners of a renowned north-east bakery have sold the business after more than a decade of dishing up much-loved cakes, butteries and daily delights.

Press and Journal

19 Nov

North East drinks company invents fully recyclable drinks packaging using £36,000 Covid-19 grant

Summerhouse Drinks has successfully developed an innovative packaging solution designed to safely transport small glass bottles, funded by a business interruption grant.

Evening Express

19 Nov

Madame Mews to reopen Thai restaurant in new city centre home

The popular eatery which has its own cult following will open its new premises in the heart of Aberdeen.

Evening Express

19 Nov

Huntly cafe launch delicious new strawberry cheesecake

The Larder Huntly, based on Gordon Street in Huntly, is now offering Lindt Lindor Strawberries & Cream cheesecake.

Society

19 Nov

Faffless x Cocoa Ooze

Two local food and drink firms have teamed up to offer a special tasting box this Christmas.

Society

19 Nov

Contour Cafe reopens in Aberdeen

Contour Cafe, based on The Merchant Quarter, is now open to the public for the first time since lockdown measures were introduced in March.

Society

19 Nov

Popular Madame Mews opens on Summer Street

The business was formerly located in the Aberdeen Market, meaning it has been unable to operate since the venue was forced to close back in March.

Society

19 Nov

Lettuce Eat Healthy reopens its doors

Lettuce Eat Healthy is back operating after closing in August as a precautionary measure in light of the increased Covid-19 cases in Peterhead and the surrounding area.

Society

19 Nov

Portsoy Coffee Shop & Bistro now offer a delicious-looking doughnut platter box

Known as the ‘Dunkin Doughnut Box’, it features an impressive line-up of tasty treats including six homemade sugared doughnuts, two vanilla ice cream tubs – produced locally by Simpsons Buckie - and lots more.

Society

17 Nov

Portsoy ice-cream parlour unveil Biscoff snowballs

Portsoy Ice Cream, situated on Seafield Street in Portsoy, is now serving up mouth-watering Lotus Biscoff snowballs for foodies.

Society

17 Nov

North East hotel launches festive afternoon teas

Banff Springs Hotel is now offering the afternoon teas at its premises on Golden Knowes Road in Banff.

Society

17 Nov

Family brand's stockist reveal of newest chocolate flavour is 'on trend'

Two of the country’s biggest supermarket brands have confirmed their first listings for a new chocolate bar from Mackie’s of Scotland.

AGCC

17 Nov

Diners get another bite at discounted meals this month as Aberdeen Restaurant Week toasts successful event

More than a dozen of the participating venues have extended their discounted menus until the end of November.

Press and Journal

17 Nov

Aberdeen Restaurant Week fortnight hailed as best ever by local businesses

ARW has proved extremely popular with North East residents, with the majority of venues reporting a huge increase in covers across the duration of the event, and many fully booked each night, giving a big boost to them at a time when...

Aberdeen Inspired

16 Nov

Struggling Aberdeen bar offering free meals in desperate bid to stay afloat after losing thousands during lockdown

The Office Sports Bar on Crown Street is handing out the complimentary food to all punters so they can drink indoors without added cost.

Press and Journal

16 Nov

Iconic Blue Lamp reopens

The Blue Lamp’s owner Sandy Brown died from cancer at the age of 74 in April and it subsequently closed its doors. However, his grandson Lewis Brown has taken over the reins and has now reopened the popular Gallowgate watering hole...

Evening Express

16 Nov

Popular Aberdeen chipper launches new chicken katsu special

Sea Salt + Sole, located on Station Road in Dyce, now offers crispy panko chicken fillets smothered in homemade katsu sauce.

Society

16 Nov

Tippling House extend ARW2020 offering

The Tippling House on Belmont Street will now be serving up its Aberdeen Restaurant Week menu for an additional week, running until Sunday November 22.

Society