Dishin' It

Things have been a bit quiet here at Dishin' It over the past couple of months while I've been getting another passion project off the ground...I'm delighted to share that I have released my first children's rhyming picture book, 'Big Dog and the Home for Lost Hounds', which shares the story of a stray dog who's in search for a new home and place to fit in. Not fitting in can be scary and my first tale is set to show children that being different is your best asset. I was quizzed by Alan Parker on his ShmuFM show, Parker's Packed Lunch, to share the story behind the book and it's here for you to listen in.-About the bookThe dogs at the Home for Lost Hounds are puzzled when a peculiar dog moves into the rescue shelter. Big Dog is large, lanky and he definitely doesn't fit in with the other dogs. Is there a place for a dog that doesn't fit in?You'll have to read his clumsy tale to find out.Grab your copy > https://bigdogstories.co.uk/products/presale-big-dog-and-the-home-for-lost-hounds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The glasses are chilling, the ice is loaded and the shakers are primed - Aberdeen Cocktail Week is ready to be poured. Running from Wednesday 18 to Tuesday 24 October, the festival celebrating the local drinks scene and bar talent is back for it's second year. I catch up with festival organiser Gregor Sey, Scott Keith of Siberia Bar & Hotel and Milo Smith of the Old Workshop Bar join to fill me in on what to expect this year.Aberdeen Cocktail Week website: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/Find out where to drink during Aberdeen Cocktail Week: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/venues/ Buy Aberdeen Cocktail Week Wristbands: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/wristbands/Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. And for your monthly digest of food and drinks news from across North-east Scotland, sign-up to my Foodletter.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

North-east Scotland's 10-day food and drink festival is back for another year. This episode of Dishin' It Sides fills you in on everything to expect from this year's Provenance Festival. Find out what's on: https://www.provenancefestival.co.uk/eventsCheck out the festival's event map: https://www.provenancefestival.co.uk/maphttps://www.provenancefestival.co.uk/Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. And for your monthly digest of food and drinks news from across North-east Scotland, sign-up to my Foodletter.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've hit the big 3-0 people. Dishin' It has recorded its 30th episode and what better way to celebrate than a food chat with the North-east's very own Kilted Chef, Craig Wilson of Eat on the Green.Delving into Craig's career to date, this is your episode to find out what Aberdeenshire's Kilted Chef is all about.Businesses and accounts mentionedIsle of Harris GinThe Gin BothyFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.For your monthly digest of food and drinks news from across North-east Scotland, sign-up to my Foodletter.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new doughnut shop is set to open in Aberdeen and I caught up with owner Stuart McPhee to find out what Dough & Co. has in store for the city.Follow Dough & Co. on Instagram, Facebook and find out more on its website.If you have a new product, opening or event you'd like to share on Dishin' It Sides, email thefoodhoover@outlook.com. Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. And for your digest of local food highlights by email, subscribe to my Foodletter.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since featuring on the podcast back in 2021, Smoke and Soul has grown from strength to strength. Lindsay and Corey have expanded to take over the Six Degrees North building and have now launched a crowdfunding campaign to support their next chapter. Support the Smoke and Soul crowdfunding campaign: https://www.smokeandsoul.co.uk/pages/crowdfunder Catch up with Lindsay's podcast episode (episode 8): https://shows.acast.com/dishin-it/episodes/e8-smoke-and-soul-the-story-so-far Subscribe to my Foodletter for your monthly local food highlights: https://thefoodhoover.us19.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7f18270ee5ab15066ea4818fe&id=af17725d3d If you have a new product, opening or event you'd like to share on Dishin' It Sides, email thefoodhoover@outlook.com. Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aberdeen Restaurant Week (ARW) is back next week and here's everything you need to know about the city's foodie fortnight.In this episode I'm joined by Shona Byrne from festival organiser Aberdeen Inspired, Craig Thom from Faffless (one of this year's participating restaurants) and some of this year's event ambassadors.Check out the Aberdeen Restaurant Week restaurant guide.Find out more about Aberdeen Restaurant Week here.Find out more about Faffless and its ARW menu.If you have a new product, opening or event you'd like to share on Dishin' It Sides, email thefoodhoover@outlook.com. Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We went live people!!Still can't quite believe that I hosted my first ever live podcast last week. What a milestone! Bringing together a live studio audience and a panel of local food businesses, the conversation proved that Aberdeen is a city not to be scoffed at for sure.Joining me this episode:Kevin Dagleish, Amuse by Kevin DalgleishEve Smith, Fat BatchAlex and Ruth Grahame, Sugarbird WinesBusinesses mentioned:Cafe Boheme (Aberdeen)Da Vinci (Aberdeen)Fettercairn Distillery (Fettercairn, Aberdeenshire)Gordon's Restaurant (Inverkeilor, Arbroath) Just Greek (Westburn Park, Aberdeen)Lochinver Larder (Lochinver, Lairg)Moonfish (Aberdeen)Mount (Aberdeen)Olive Alexanders (Aberdeen)Project Pizza (Aberdeen Beach)Roots (Aberdeen Beach)Rustico (Aberdeen)Travancore (Aberdeen)Yorokobi by CJ (Aberdeen)8848 (Aberdeen)Special thanks to: The ResidentX team for being the venue for the night and the endless supportStuart of Pirate Photography for all the AV supportThe cracking team at Highland Moss for supplying out jungle of houseplants for the nightAll you lovely listeners - without you guys, this would have never happened. Big loves!Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com. If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dishin' It - the food podcast all about where to eat in Scotland - is going live at ResidentX on Thursday 6 July at 8pm. To find out more about the live podcast in Aberdeen and to book your free tickets, visit: https://bit.ly/dishin-it-live-july Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Dishin' It we delve into the power of mindset with Aberdeen fitness coach Bradley Boyd. Joining to share his personal fitness journey and weight struggles in the past, Bradley banishes fitness myths, health hacks and of course his dream food safari across Scotland. Follow Bradley on Instagram Visit Bradley's websiteBusinesses and accounts mentionedCorner Tree Cafe, AberdeenBuck's Bar, GlasgowFazenda, EdinburghMarshall's Farm Shop, Kintore, AberdeenshirePortsoy Ice Cream, Portsoy, AberdeenshireFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm joined by an OG of the Aberdeen podcasting scene as Ica Headlam of the Creative Me Podcast pulls up a chair to chat about food, his podcast and We Are Here Scotland.Listen to the Creative Me Podcast on Soundcloud. Follow Ica on Instagram.Find out more about We Are Here Scotland.Visit the Big Up the Deen online shop.Businesses and accounts mentioned:Beautiful Mountain Cafe, Aberdeen (closed)Maggie's Grill, AberdeenThe Pig's Wings, AberdeenPost AberdeenTrellis, Newburgh (Aberdeenshire)Laura Aitchison, The Devil Wears TartanFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is one for the record books. It's a loaded episode of 17 food suggestions from all over Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and wider Scotland. And the culprit, Aberdeen food Instagrammer Nikki Eats The World. Follow Nikki on Instagram.Businesses and accounts mentioned:Almondine, Aberdeen and InverurieThe Big Feed, GlasgowBoozy Cow, EdinburghThe Braided Fig, AberdeenCafe Andaluz - AberdeenDishoom, EdinburghEl Cartel, EdinburghThe Fife Arms, Braemar, AberdeenshireFigment Coffee, Aberdeen Howies, EdinburghLaila Lunch and Brunch, EdinburghMaggie's Grill, AberdeenMoonfish Cafe, AberdeenNinety-nine Bar and Kitchen, AberdeenResident X, AberdeenRoots, Aberdeen BeachStack & Still, GlasgowStew N Drew's, HopemanBad Manners cookbookDocumenting my DinnerFoodie QuineTall Paul's Food LifeFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is with Lisa Kennedy whose effortless enthusiasm oozes out as she chats with guests from all walks of life on her podcast The Braw and The Brave. We have a right good blether (Scottish word for chat) about her passions and of course, her favourite places to eat in Scotland. Listen to The Braw and The Brave on Soundcloud. Follow Lisa on Instagram.Businesses and accounts mentioned:Edinburgh Larder, EdinburghFalafel To Go, GlasgowMeze Meze, EdinburghSingle-end Cafe, GlasgowSilverbirch Garden Centre, CrossfordFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dishin' It - the food podcast all about where to eat in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Scotland - is back... and with a change of pace. In this episode, I sit down with Natalia the owner of Wander & Graze. Talking all things business start-ups, woodfired pizza and how to make that party-perfect cheeseboard, this episode has no shortage of food inspiration.Businesses and accounts mentioned:Bannerman Butcher, Inverbervie, AberdeenshireThe Craftsman, AberdeenCullen Bay Hotel, Cullen, MorayThe Cult of Coffee, AberdeenFat Batch, Aberdeen From Bakery Lane, Inverurie, AberdeenshireIJ Mellis Cheesemongers - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St AndrewsMr Dun - Aberdee, Inverurie, The Boxes at ChapeltonNick Nairn St Nicholas Street at Hilton Garden Inn (closed)Ox & Finch, GlasgowRed Robin Records, AberdeenThe Tippling House, AberdeenTwo Raccoons, AberdeenVegan Bay Baker, Newburgh, AberdeenshireFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this first bonus episode of Dishin' It Sides - a series of short episodes sharing the latest food and drink developments in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire - I'm sharing the news of Aberdeen Cocktail Week.Head organiser Gregor Sey joins to keep us posted on what to expect from Aberdeen's boozy week which lands Tuesday 18 October 2022.Buy your wristbands for Aberdeen Cocktail Week: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/ Find out which bars are taking part in Aberdeen Cocktail Week: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/venues/ Visit the Aberdeen Cocktail Week events calendar: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/events/ If you have a new product, opening or event you'd like to share on Dishin' It Sides, email thefoodhoover@outlook.com. Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're half way through series three and in this episode I'm joined by The Kilted Coaches who shed light on health hacks, fitness tips and what's keeping them busy on and off screen.About The Kilted CoachesVisit The Kilted Coaches website and follow on Instagram, Youtube and TikTokWatch Secret Body on BBC iPlayerWatch The Ultimate Scottish Workout on YoutubeBuy your copy of ‘How to stick to the damn plan' by The Kilted Coaches Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories.Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's all things doodles, colouring on this week's episode as I'm joined by Scottish illustrator Johanna Basford whose adult colouring books and illustrations have captured the imaginations of people all over the world. Confessing to not having much of a food knowledge, Johanna certainly didn't disappoint with her round-up of her must-dine locations and must-pack treats.Visit Johanna's website and follow on Instagram. Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories. Businesses and accounts mentioned:Barra Berries, Old Meldrum, AberdeenshireCoffee Apothecary, Udny and Ellon, Aberdeenshire Fudge Like, AberdeenThe Oyster Shed, Isle of SkyeYatai, Aberdeen (closed) Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Dishin' It, I'm speaking with Gelateria Manager Beata from Forest Farm who takes us behind the scenes of the organic dairy farm that is leading the way in Scotland.Visit the Forest Farm website and follow on Instagram and Facebook. Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories.Businesses and accounts mentioned:The Albannach, LochinverBerties Bar at The Fife Arms, BraemarCastleton Farm, Laurencekirk, AberdeehsireFigment Coffee, AberdeenGlenapp Castle, GirvanThe Gleneagles Hotel, AuchterarderRocpool Hotel, InvernessSeafood Ristorante, St AndrewsTrump Turnberry Hotel, TurnberryFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week it's all content, content and more content with food and travel content creator Megan Beaudry who joins to share her dream food trip in Aberdeen.Follow Megan's journeys on Instagram and TikTok.Watch Megan's hilarious Halloween mix-up. Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories.Businesses and accounts mentioned:Aberdam, Aberdeen Bar Below, Aberdeen Bar Ninety-nine, AberdeenCafe Boheme, Aberdeen Eat on the Green, Udny Green, AberdeenshireEl Cartel, Edinburgh FreshMex, Aberdeen and EdinburghParx Cafe, AberdeenRichmond Street Deli, AberdeenSmoke and Soul, AberdeenYorokobi by CJ, AberdeenFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dishin' It is back and in the first episode of series three, I catch up with Breer Pie Co., the answer to a hearty pie in North-east Scotland. Owner Jodie joins to chat all things business, branding and community in today's episode and of course shares plenty of food inspiration. Jodie also gives an update on how things are going with the brand's newest venture, Brae at Chapelton.Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories.Businesses and accounts mentionedAberdeen Wellness & Reflexology (ABWR), AberdeenAberdeenshire Bee Co., Oldmeldrum, AberdeenshireAberdeenshire Highland Beef, Banchory, AberdeenshireAmy Britton, ScotlandBare, Ellon, AberdeenshireChapelton of Elsick, AberdeenshireThe Dores Inn, InvernessFigment Coffee, AberdeenFortyTwo Studio, Aberdeen Ingram's Pork, Ellon, Aberdeenshire Juno General Store, GlasgowKeppleston Farm Shop, Bucksburn, AberdeenSea Salt & Soul, AberdeenThe Silver Darling, AberdeenSwedish Candle Logs, AberdeenTaymouth Marina, Kenmore, PerthshireTrellis, Newburgh, AberdeenshireFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dishin' It is back for series three and what a series I have lined up for you. For the next 10 weeks, I'll be catching up with food brands, content creators and some familiar names to find out a little more about them and hear their dream food safari that they have in store. In this episode I get new listers up to speed with what this food podcast is all about, give a teaser of who makes an appearance this series and a new format change that allows listeners to get involved in the podcast.Dishin' It returns on Thursday 8 September and make sure to subscribe to wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss a minute.Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories. Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It might be another food podcast, but this one is different.Dishin' It puts the spotlight on the food scene in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and wider Scotland to give listeners plenty of inspiration for the best places to eat, drink, stay and explore in Scotland. Join Colin (also known as The Food Hoover) as he gets up close with food brands, food writers and content creators to chat about all things food, travel and everything in between.You'll definitely have a growing appetite for Scotland once he's done blethering.Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories.Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

And here we are at the end of series two. In this final episode, I'm gassing to Sarah Gordon who goes by the cooking alias The Ginger Chef - a fountain of knowledge when it comes to banging recipes and food reviews. Joining fully loaded with food finds from all across Scotland, this one has plenty for your eat list.Visit the The Ginger Chef blog and Instagram.Businesses and blogs mentioned in this episode:Cafe Boheme, Aberdeen Crabshakk, Glasgow Dishoom, Edinburgh Documenting My Dinner El Cartel, Edinburgh Nikki Eats the World Pasta Plus, Aberdeen The Silver Darling, Aberdeen The Tippling House, Aberdeen Wild Ginger, Aberdeen Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this penultimate episode of series two, I get to know Castleton Farm where owner Anna Mitchell talks about where it all started for her family farm shop and its journey to becoming a well established Scottish brand. For plenty of chat about berries and business, you're in the right place.Visit the Castleton Farm websiteBusinesses mentioned in this episode:Dishoom, Edinburgh Gloagburn Farm Shop, Perth Little Doone, Alva Ola Oils, Inverurie Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a longer than expected holiday, series two of Dishin' It is back!This episode is all about beer as I pick the brains of Greg Christie who has a nose for scouting out the best beers from around Scotland and the globe through his blog Greg Who Drinks Beer. A keen runner, I get his essential running tips along with his top food recommendations featuring in his ultimate food trip around Scotland.Follow Greg on Instagram and visit his blog.Businesses and blogs mentioned in this episode:Big Beefy Biltong, AberdeenBrewDog, Aberdeen Brew Toon, Peterhead Casc, Aberdeen Civerinos Slice, Edinburgh Ginger Chef Melt (closed) Overtone Brewing Co., GlasgowWesthill Filling Station / Hop Shop Aberdeen, Westhill Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode I catch up with one of the many masters of coffee in Aberdeen, Figment Coffee, where I chat with owner Neil to hear the secrets of the perfect latte art, starting up his favoured coffee house and of course hearing his go to places around the region.Check out the Figment Coffee range and shopBusiness mentioned in this episode:Crossbasket Castle Hotel, GlasgowDelivino, CrieffForest Farm, Blackburn, AberdeenshireOx and Finch, GlasgowSimply Donuts, AberdeenFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

She's the Head of Food and Drink at DC Thomson (the publisher of the Press & Journal, Evening Express, Evening Standard and The Courier) who is the girl to go to for all the food intel here in the North-east. From what's new on the scene to food reviews, Julia knows it all and I was eager to hear her food highlights from all across Scotland. Thanks to the sponsor of this episode, Castleton Farm. Read my full review of its cafe, shop and products over on the blog.Businesses mentioned in this episode:Bomb Donuts, AberdeenThe Bread Guy, AberdeenThe Butcher Shop Bar & Grill, GlasgowCafe Harmony, AberdeenKirkview Cafe, AberdeenMelt (closed) try out Trellis, NewburghMoonfish, AberdeenOrchid, AberdeenPanda & Sons, EdinburghSecond Home Studio + Cafe, AberdeenSo… NYC, AberdeenRothesay Rooms, BallaterTantrum Doughnuts, GlasgowThe Tasting Room, InverbervieSimply Donuts, AberdeenYatai (closed) try Masaki, Aberdeen83 Hannover Street, EdinburghFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready to let the creative juices flow as I'm joined by Kirsty Cameron the owner of the incredible Second Home Studio + Cafe. Making art accessible for all through her cafe, workshops and studio space, Kirsty has made one special place in Aberdeen. Talking about where it all started, the local culture scene and what's next, Kirsty even had time to share her best places to eat and drink across Scotland. Businesses mentioned in this episode: Apercu, Glasgow Cafe Harmony, Aberdeen Cafe Strange Brew, Glasgow Gallery 48, Dundee Holy Cow, Edinburgh Moonfish Cafe, Aberdeen Orchid, Aberdeen Our lovely Goods, Aberdeen Twelve Triangles, Edinburgh Wild Gorse Pottery, Glasgow William and Johnson, Edinburgh Creatives mentioned: Art Girl Rising Johanna Basford Joanna Craig Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aberdeen Restaurant Week is back and in this special, I'm exploring what Aberdeen's foodie fortnight (Monday 1 - Sunday 14 November) has to offer.I'm delighted to be back as an Ambassador to review and document my food escapades. In this special episode, I pull together my very own dinner safari to catch up with three of the 40+ eateries involved this year to hear all about what they have in store.Businesses included in this podcast: Al Fresco ItalianThe Braided FigKirkview Cafe & BistroKoi ThaiMackie's 19.2Travancore8848Find out where to dine during Aberdeen Restaurant Week.Watch the full episodes of Flying Visits on my YouTube channel.Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host of the breakfast show on Northsound1, Lauren Mitchell, joins me to share her top food picks from all across Scotland. Covering her career in radio so far, reflections on the changing Aberdeen city scene, music and a whole lot of laughs, she wasn't short of stories.Businesses mentioned in this episode:Bar Ninety-Nine, AberdeenCafe Boheme, AberdeenThe Cellar Restaurant, AnstrutherDakhin, GlasgowEat on the Green, Udny Green, EllonMoonfish Cafe, AberdeenOld Course Hotel, St AndrewsSecond Home Studio + Cafe, AberdeenThe Tippling House, AberdeenYorokobi by CJ, AberdeenFollow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining me in this episode is Kendal from Simply Donuts, who's doughnut empire has boomed in Aberdeen over the past year. I couldn't wait to catch up with her to talk all things donuts, business and creating a wholesome (and much loved) brand. Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.Businesses mentioned in this episode:By Platter, AberdeenFigment Coffee, AberdeenHowies, EdinburghThe Coffee Apothecary, EllonThe Kale Yard, NairnWander & Graze, AberdeenIf you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special episode of Dishin' It, I'm joined by Fraser and Stuart - the hosts of the Build a Bond podcast - to mark the release of James Bond No Time to Die. Bond has had many adventures but there's one thing missing from his saga, a food safari. Tasked with creating their dream Scottish Bond movie with a hefty foodie twist, Fraser and Stuart share their must eat stops for Bond and iconic movie locations. Locations mentioned in this podcast: Malmaison, Glasgow Bombay Cottage, Hamilton Isle of Mull Cheese, Isle of Mull Mar Hall Hotel, Erskine The Fife Arms, Braemar Kylesku Hotel, Sutherland Ee-usk, ObanIf you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the final episode of the first series of Dishin' It and I'm catching up with Lindsay from Smoke & Soul Aberdeen's icons of wood fired meats and smokey smokey goodness. We talk all about where things started for the brand, riding the pandemic wave, collaborations and new chapters as her and partner Cory set sail on with a new sparkly project.Businesses and accounts featured in this episode:AVOBig Beefy's BiltongBreer PieBrewtoonThe Fat Sparrow BakeryFierce BeerFreshMexHammerton StoreHattoncrook DeliSimply DonutsSix° NorthSTAXX ABZStreet Food Scotland / Plate ExpectationsTwisted SistersIf you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a short break, I'm back with Rosalind Erskine the Digital Editor of The Scotsman Food & Drink (and host of the Scran podcast) who joins me to share her favourite places to eat from the central belt and beyond. Amongst all the food chat we talk about food writing, journalism and more importantly, banned words that make our toes curl.Businesses mentioned in this episode: Anstruther Fish Bar & Restaurant Ballantagar Cook School - Pitlochory, PerthshireBarra Berries - Oldmeldrum, AberdeenshireBarra Gin - Isle of BarraDean's Shortbread - Huntly, AberdeenshireForest Farm Dairy - Blackburn, AberdeenshireThe Gannet - GlasgowGleneagles - Auchterarder, PerthshireGlenfiddich - Dufftown, AberdeenshireGlen Garioch - Oldmeldrum, AberdeenshireHarris Gin - Isle of HarrisLocavore - GlasgowLoop & Scoop - GlasgowMackie's 19.2 - AberdeenOrkney Distillery - OrkneyPorter & Rye - GlasgowPortsoy Ice Cream - Portsoy, AberdeenshireRomaine Calm - EdinburghIf you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, I'm joined by fitness guru Scott Baptie who joins me to talk about food and fitness whilst banishing some dieting myths along with sharing health hacks. Scott's resources: Protein Handbook(s) 101 Ways to Lose Weight and Never Find it Again 30 Day Fat Loss Challenge Recipes Businesses mentioned in this episode: Big Manny's Pizza (Aberdeen) The Braided Fig (Aberdeen) BrewDog (UK wide) Butta Burger (Edinburgh) Cafe Boheme (Aberdeen) Dishoom (Edinburgh) Kildrummy Inn (Alford, Aberdeenshire) Mackie's Ice Cream (Rothienorman, Aberdeenshire) Maggie's Grill (Aberdeen) Number 10 (Aberdeen) Second Home Studio and Cafe (Aberdeen)If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I'm joined by Shawna who's behind the Instagram travel account Exploring Edinburgh (and author of Pockets of Pretty) to talk all about cosy reading snugs, peaceful pockets and must visit spots in Edinburgh and beyond. Thanks to the sponsor of this episode: Sea Shanty Rum Businesses mentioned in this podcast: Aberdam (Aberdeen) Aberdeen Art Gallery (Aberdeen) The Bay Fish & Chips (Stonehaven) Bio Cafe (Aberdeen) Cafe Boheme (Aberdeen) The Darroch Learg Hotel & Restaurant (Ballater, Aberdeenshire) Dunbars Garden Close (Edinburgh) Dr Neil's Garden Duddington (Edinburgh) Gannet and Guga (Edinburgh) His Majesty's Theatre (Aberdeen) Newburgh Inn (Newburgh, Aberdeenshire) Orka Cafe (Aberdeen) The Pastry Section (Edinburgh) Portsoy Ice Cream (Portsoy, Aberdeenshire) Roseveare Tea (Edinburgh) The Rose Leaf Bar (Edinburgh) The Sandman Hotel (Aberdeen) The Secret Herb Garden (Edinburgh) The Shore Bar & Restaurant (Edinburgh) The Silver Darling (Aberdeen) The Sushi Box (Aberdeen) Tupiniquim (Edinburgh) Unorthodox Roasters (Kinross and Stirling) William & Johnson (Edinburgh)If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On May the fourth (a.k.a Star Wars Day) I'm taking a look to the future to an exciting concept on the horizon in Aberdeen's food scene. I'm joined by Dave Griffiths, the man behind Aberdeen's must-dine spot AVO and his newest venture STAXX ABZ, a new market concept putting community at the forefront giving homegrown businesses a place to thrive. Listen in for all things food, business and the importance of community. Mentioned in this episode: AVO (Aberdeen) Backyard Beach Collective (Aberdeen) Big Beefys Biltong (Aberdeen) Bread Meats Bread (Edinburgh, Glasgow) Bros Bagels (Edinburgh) Civerinos (Edinburgh) Figment Coffee (Aberdeen) Forest Farm Dairy (Aberdeen) The Ivy (Edinburgh) Keppleston Farm Shop (Aberdeen) Loop & Scoop (Glasgow) Madame Mews (Aberdeen) Makin the Dough (Aberdeen) Paesano Pizza (Glasgow) The Pitt (Edinburgh) Simply Donuts (Aberdeen) Six by Nico (Edinburgh, Glasgow +order for at home cooking packs) SWG3 (Glasgow) STAXX ABZ (Aberdeen) The Sushi Box (Aberdeen) Thistle Street Market (Aberdeen) Roots (Aberdeen)If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode three has just been freshly poured! To celebrate the re-opening of hospitality, I'm joined by Stuart McPhee Managing Director of Siberia Bar & Hotel to talk all things boozy. If you're after drinks inspiration, this podcast will be your perfect serve as Stuart joins to talk about what's new from Siberia, drinks recommendations and spills all on a new brand he's been working on behind the scenes Twisted Sisters. I'll save myself from giving away any spoilers so you'll just have to listen in for all the juice - just hit the link in my bio for this week's ep

Graeme from The Fat Sparrow Bakery joins me on the podcast to talk all things baking. Making the leap to start up his own small batch bakery to feed the people of Aberdeen with the best artisan bakery goods, The Fat Sparrow Bakery is going down a storm.Find out how Graeme made his dream a reality, what's next for his booming business and plenty of baking tips.This episodes recommendations:Gourmet Cheese (Aberdeen)Bandit Bakery (Aberdeen)Roots (Aberdeen)Singularity SauceThe Pier Cafe (Lairg)If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining me for my first ever episode is Victoria, the face behind the Scottish travel blog The Aye Life (www.theayelife.com). Well experienced with exploring Scotland, Victoria shares the best places to dine, drink and stay in Scotland along with detailing what's next for The Aye Life, touching on mental health and providing a whole lot of laughs. This episodes recommendations: The Balmoral (Edinburgh) Foyers Lodge (Loch Ness) The Fishmarket (Malaig) The Gellions Bar (Inverness) Glen Dye Cabins and Cottages (Strachan, Aberdeenshire) Lettuce Eat (Inverness) Mill of Dess Lodge (Aboyne, Aberdeenshire) The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen (Edinburgh) Sweet Donside Cabins (Strathdon, Aberdeenshire) The Spiritualist (Glasgow) Zanres (Ellon, Mintlaw & Peterhead, Aberdeenshire) Follow my food adventures on Instagram, Facebook and blog.If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a coffee which all helps in the production of future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.