The Edinburgh Reporter Best Of . . .
Passorn
WIth a Michelin Bib Gourmand under their belt this Tollcross Thai restaurant is a real winner. The Banquet Box gives home diners a tasty option with Angel Curry Sirloin steak and Miang crispy seabass salad delivered to your door. 0131 229 1537 passornthai.com
The Hideout Café
A cosy hideout in Edinburgh serving speciality coffee, tea, treats and brunch. Iced lattes and other goodies to sort you out. Open daily.
0131 552 5289
40-42 Queen Charlotte St EH6 6AT www.thehideoutcafe.co.uk
Schop
This is an easy, convenient and eco-friendly alternative to a supermarket shop.
Working in partnership with independent retailers, Tim at Schop offers to deliver a huge range of great quality food and drink straight to your door. schop.co
Broughton Place Hair and Beauty Friendly boutique city salon. Owner and stylist Juliet is always happy to discuss your needs and deliver a highly professional service. They specialise in long hair and tape in hair extensions. 0131 556 4478
2a Broughton Place EH1 3RX www.broughtonplacehair.com
Ardgowan Distillery
Enjoy the recently released Clydebuilt Coppersmith - a limited edition blend of malts matured in first fill Oloroso sherry casks. FREE shipping with a branded Glencairn nosing glass.
shop.ardgowandistillery.com
Edinburgh School of Food & Wine Ian and his team put the teaching kitchen to good use helping Food for Good by sending out over 13,500 meals to those in need. Now they are back and you can buy vouchers for classes again.
0131 331 5001 www.esfw.com
Something Fishy
Independent fishmonger providing quality fresh and cured fish. At the beginning of lockdown there was some question over availability but this wee shop has kept going. Use Schop to have your fish delivered.
16a Broughton Street EH1 3RH 0131 556 7614
The Glenturret Shop
Four individually hand crafted Glenturret glass baubles filled with different single malts.
It is the perfect gift to send to any whisky lover, and of course you can do this, or order a bottle or two for yourself online. theglenturret.com
Good Brothers Wine Bar Neighbourhood wine bar in Stockbridge, specialising in natural and organic wine and local, artisan produce. Also enjoy at home, as part of a Good Brothers To Go delivery. 4-6 Dean Street EH4 1LW
0131 315 3311 goodbrothers.co.uk/ @goodbrotherswinebar
Edinburgh Photography Workshop Learn how to use your camera in Edinburgh’s Old Town with awardwinning photographer Rich Dyson. In just four hours you’ll gain the skills and confidence to take better pictures. Book now to enjoy a fun experience. edinburghphotographyworkshop. com
Rose Theatre Café
Sinead and Mary continue to offer to make customers King or Queen for the Day. Leave it to them to send you all your food for one whole day from breakfast onwards. Then tuck into that box set you have been saving up, or just sit back and have a day off. Facebook /rosetheatre-cafe
Roots
Vegan deli and salad bar where the food does not cost the earth. Specials announced each week. Fruit, veg, basic grocery and motivational books too. Dog friendly. Order Wednesday for the weekend. 18 William Street EH3 7NH
0131 225 6376 munch@rootsedinburgh.co.uk
The Wee Coffee Bar
Sharon owns and runs the Morrison Street café and she serves delicious, aromatic Illy coffee. Coffee/tea & Breakfast roll deal £3.50 or scone/traybake £3.00 Homemade soup. Sandwiches made to order. Takeaway or eat in 7.15am - 2.30pm weecoffeeebar.co.uk
Denzil Skinner & Partners
Denzil and Amanda are both very experienced and will help with commissioning new pieces of jewellery or redesigning old ones. They specialise in hand seal engraved signet rings in 9 and 18 carat gold for men and women. 0131 538 4224 denzil-skinner.co.uk
Rogue Flowers
Beautiful inspiring flowers from a charming, creative and chaotic shop in the West End. They are happy to help whether it is a single stem, a delicate posy, or flamboyant bouquet.
5a William Street EH3 7NG
0131 226 4999 rogueflowers.co.uk
Maid of the Forth
Award-winning 90-min or 3 hour sightseeing cruises from South Queensferry, with landing trips on Inchcolm Island.
Ideal for families, couples and groups alike.
Daily sailings throughout August. www.maidoftheforth.co.uk
Jewellery by Liam Ross
Make an appointment with Liam to design a bespoke engagement ring for the one you love. Using traditional goldsmith techniques blended with new technology he and his staff hand craft jewellery in their West End workshop.
0131 225 6599 www.jewellerybyliamross.com
Gallery TEN
Do you need something new for your walls? Pop in and browse the extensive collection of original prints. Plus, amazing glass from international artists. Or purchase online.
5 William Street EH3 7NG infogalleryten@gmail.com www.galleryten.co.uk
Paper Tiger
The shop has traded in the West End since 1981. They stock an amazing diverse range of cards, stationery, gifts and locally made souvenirs. Everything in the shop is also available online or click and collect.
0131 226 2390 www.papertiger.co.uk
Charlie Miller
Since 1965 the family-run hairdresser has encompassed the essence and heart of their brand: YOU! They listen, interpret, and respond with modern looks that fit you and your lifestyle.
Salon: 13 Stafford Street, EH3 7BR 0131 226 5550
www.charliemiller.com