Edinburgh.
The Witchery”
The Witchery” represented one of the finest meals I can recall. Forget any prior conceptions of that most famous of all Scottish dishes “haggis”. Just as a reminder, haggis is a pudding consisting of sheep heart, liver and lungs wrapped in an animal’s stomach lining. I have had hagges before and it required a swig of a decent scotch between bites to get it down. Not at The Witchery. In terms of both consistency and taste, the place did wonders. I would not order it any place else.
Entrees such as Dover sole and steak tartare did not disappoint.
Inverness.
We found the River House restaurant on a rainy, windswept evening, luggage in tow. After swiftly dispensing with the luggage we were welcomed to our table. The haggis was traditionally prepared and very good. The real standout was the venison as a main course. I would definitely return.
Dublin.
“Mr. S”
“Mr. S” is a hip, progressive and completely different experience from the usual fish and chip or lamb stew fair. Thank goodness. Don’t get me wrong. I love the standard Irish food but one can only eat so much fish and chips.
Everything at Mr. S. Is roasted over an open flame. The main course was roasted monkfish. Desert was a chocolate pie with roasted nuts on top. I highly recommend Mr. S.
Pubs.
The Hairy Lemon.
Probably the best fish and chips I have ever had. One of our group was gluten free and ate it by mistake. Even he said it was worth it.
