CHEF’SCHOICE
Scott Davies, Head Chef at The Three Chimneys on the Isle of Skye chooses his six favourite restaurants.
THE OLD SCHOOL RESTAURANT, DUNVEGAN, ISLE OF SKYE
A great restaurant run by John and his wife Mali. They showcase prawns straight off Dunvegan Pier. I have always enjoyed dinner here since I’ve lived on Skye. www.oldschoolrestaurant.co.uk, 01470 521 421
THE OYSTER SHED, CARBOST, ISLE OF SKYE
Paul McGlynn's oyster shed at the Talisker Distillery is my go-to spot for lunch when I’m not working. You can order in the shop and eat beautifully fresh seafood and oysters, whilst looking out to Carbost Bay. www.skyeoysterman.co.uk, 01478 640 383
THE HONOURS, EDINBURGH
A busy French brasserie owned by one of the best chefs in the country, Martin Wishart. Front of house are brilliant. I always go for the grill section, where they use a Josper grill to create a lovely smoky charred steak. www.thehonours.co.uk, 0131 220 2513
ONDINE, EDINBURGH
Chef/patron Roy Brett and head chef Ishu Mehrotra use the best seafood they can get their hands on, cooked simply and letting the ingredients speak for themselves. We always go for the seafood platter, it's out of this world. www.ondinerestaurant.co.uk, 0131 226 1888
ANSTRUTHER FISH BAR, FIFE
I have very happy childhood memories of this seaside town. There are lots of different varieties of fish to choose from, which have come straight from the harbour. Enjoy it whilst watching the boats coming and going. Who doesn’t like fish & chips? www.anstrutherfishbar.co.uk, 01333 310 518
ISLE OF ERISKA HOTEL, OBAN
The kitchen is run by Paul Leonard who cooks with seasonal local game, meat and seafood, as well as fresh produce straight from their kitchen garden. Paul shows great respect towards the ingredients and foraged produce from the island. A first-class experience. www.eriska-hotel.co.uk, 01631 720 371