CHEF’SCHOICE
Tom Lewis, Chef Proprietor of Monachyle Mhor and founder of Mhor Festival in Balquhidder chooses his six favourite restaurants. REPUBLIC BIER HALLE, GLASGOW This place is an institution in Glasgow. Colin & Josh Barr are great hosts. It offers good music, great pizza and a nice cold beer. 0141 204 0706 www.republicbierhalle.com
ANDREW FAIRLIE, GLENEAGLES
The food here is consistently great. Someone who can make a pistachio taste that good is a genius. Less is always more. The service is fantastic, it’s genuinely one of the best restaurants in the world. 01764 694267 www.andrewfairlie.co.uk
ONDINE, EDINBURGH
Great location in the centre of Edinburgh. A restaurant with a proper bar they can sit down at, have a glass of something nice, half a dozen oysters and really feel like a grown-up. The only downside, you always bump into someone you know and you end up spending the night there. 0131 226 1888 www.ondinerestaurant.co.uk
LABORATORIO ESPRESSO, GLASGOW
When in Glasgow and you want that perfect double espresso. It’s easy to get to and serves a great cup of coffee. I always go here for a quick energy boost. 0141 353 1111 www.labespr.tumblr.com
OX & FINCH, GLASGOW
You can always get a parking spot near by as it’s in the heart of Finnieston. Lots of natural light, ideal for that late lunch. Great tasting plates, great for sharing, whether you’re with a partner, friends or work. 0141 339 8627 www.oxandfinch.com
THE HANOI BIKE SHOP, GLASGOW
A hidden gem, just off Byres Road. Informal with authentic looks and smells from Asia. Super quick, super tasty, always a favourite. 0141 334 7165 www.hanoibikeshop.co.uk