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Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Underrated UK seaside town has picturesque sandy beaches and no crowds
An underrated UK seaside town boasts stretches of sandy beaches, rock pools for the kids and a picturesque harbour - and the bonus of not being packed with crowds Brits looking to get inspired for their next staycation may want to check out one underrated seaside town with a pretty marina, sandy beaches and a lido at low tide for kids to enjoy. North Berwick in Scotland isn't a hidden gem but it has all of the perks of a seaside town, without having huge crowds of tourists that you might find in other UK holiday hotspots. I visited the town in early August when it was hot, sunny and the town was hosting the Fringe by the Sea festival, so I was fully prepared to deal with a mass of fellow tourists. However I was pleasantly surprised; although it was a little busy no doubt because of the festival, there was still plenty of breathing space to enjoy a stroll around the town and along the waterfront. (It has more of a buzz than England's cheapest seaside spot full of abandoned £40k homes 'nobody wants'). Despite it being a heatwave day, the sandy stretches of beach were not too crowded either. There were plenty of families set up for the day with their towels, sandcastle tools and picnic baskets at the ready, but there was still plenty of space if you wanted to set up camp yourself. Low tide reveals an enclosed tidal pool with shallow waters which was a hit with families, especially those with young children. There were also plenty of rock pools for them to explore, and of course those all-important ice cream trucks just a stone's throw away. Along the beaches sits a long promenade lined with waterfront homes, and it's an easy stroll from one end to another (the whole thing took me about half an hour to walk). For bird watchers, there's plenty you'll want to explore. For a start North Berwick is home to the Scottish Seabird Centre, while the beach offers views across the water to the Firth of Forth and the Bass Rock, which plays host to the world's largest northern gannet colony. As for the town itself, it's got that quintessential seaside charm. There's a pretty marina full of boats, cobbled streets lined with colourful buildings, plenty of cafés and a host of ice cream parlours. We were told by locals that Alandas Gelato was a must-try, but sadly the queue was just a bit too long. Those queues were no doubt because the town was hosting the annual Fringe by the Sea festival. This brilliant alternative to the main Fringe festival in Edinburgh has a very laidback vibe and it's family-friendly. There were heaps of food and drink stalls, a crafts tent for kids, and included a big top tent where you could book tickets to watch a series of talks and performances. For those who like to pick up a souvenir or two, there were local shops selling some of their merchandise too. This year's festival has come to a close but you can find out more on It's definitely one I'll be returning too; the laidback atmosphere, the festival and the pretty beach made for a brilliant day out, and the fact it's around an hour's drive away from Edinburgh means it's easily doable as part of a wider Scottish road trip.
Daily Record
10-07-2025
- Daily Record
Scotland's 'best ice cream shops' ahead of heatwave as Fife gelato spot tops list
When the weather heats up, nothing beats a refreshing treat. Scotland's "best places to get ice cream" have been named. Coming in at number one on the list is a popular gelateria in Fife. As reported by the Daily Record, Scotland is set to swelter in hot temperatures this weekend. Some parts of the country are even expected to hit highs of 30C. When the mercury rises, there is nothing more refreshing than an ice cream. There are countless shops and cafés selling ice cream cones and tubs all over the country, but some are better than others. VisitScotland has shared a roundup of the top ice cream shops all over the country. A total of 11 destinations are included on the tourism board's list. Coming in at number one on VisitScotland's roundup is Jannettas Gelateria in St Andrews. The family-run shop sells artisan ice cream, sorbet, and frozen yogurt, as well as sundaes and cakes to order. Jannettas Gelateria has been churning gelato in St Andrews for more than 115 years. It offers 54 flavours that change frequently, featuring vanilla-based, chocolate-based, nut-based, and fruit-based gelato. VisitScotland wrote: "St Andrews needs no introduction—this historic university town doubles up as the Home of Golf and is a fine place to experience Scottish hospitality. Award-winning Jannettas Gelateria is our top tip for ice cream in the town, a family run enterprise with over 50 flavours to choose from." Following behind in second place on the roundup is Alandas Gelato in North Berwick. Situated a stone's throw from the beach, the shop brings together Scottish ingredients and Italian craftsmanship. Among the flavours available at Alandas Gelato are Belgian milk chocolate, apple strudel, and chocolate fudge brownie. The shop also offers gelato shakes, as well as a selection of hot and cold drinks. VisitScotland stated: "Holding the title for Royal Highland Show Scottish Ice Cream Champions 2021, family run Alanda's Gelato is the perfect place to grab an ice cream. Don't miss the Scottish Seabird Centre by the harbour—a top family attraction." The third best place to get an ice cream in Scotland according to the tourism board is Portsoy Ice Cream in the Aberdeenshire town of Portsoy. The family-run business makes small batches of award winning ice cream and sorbet using top-quality and local ingredients. Visitors to Portsoy Ice Cream can enjoy flavours such as salted caramel, raspberry and Drambuie sorbet, and malt whisky. Its ice cream can also be finished with a wide selection of toppings and sauces such as hot toffee. Rounding out the top five ice cream shops in the country are The Ice Cream Shop in Cullen and Orkney Ice Cream in Kirkwall. The former is a traditional family-run business that serves up flavours such as chocolate mint, mango, and honeycomb, while Orkney Ice Cream specialises in ice cream made with cream from cows grazed on Orkney grass. Other locations featured on VisitScotland's list include S Luca Ice Cream in Musselburgh, Aunty Betty's in Stonehaven, and Stewart Tower Dairy in Stanley. The tourism board also singled out Nardini's in Largs and Visocchi's in Broughty Ferry. The full list of Scotland's "best places to get ice cream" can be found on the VisitScotland website.
Scotsman
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Best Scottish Ice Cream 2025: Here's the only Scottish ice cream parlour to have been named one of the 24 best in Britain
Britain's best ice cream spots have been named - but only one Scottish venue made the cut. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Now here's a scoop... With another heatwave in the post, BBC Good Food has put together a handy list of the best ice cream parlours across the UK. Introducing the list, the publication's food experts said: 'The UK is home to a host of artisan ice cream parlours and historic gelaterias, each offering unique flavours and experiences. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Whether you're after bold, contemporary flavours or nostalgic classics, we've rounded up the ice cream shops that showcase the best of British ice cream craft, perfect for indulging your sweet tooth.' In total, BBC Good Food has selected 24 ice cream parlours – but only one Scottish venue has made the cut. Coming in at No.6 on the list is Edinburgh's own Alandas Gelato. In its description of this much-loved spot, BBC Good Food writes: 'Located on Edinburgh's historic Forrest Road, the shiny gelato parlour combines Scottish ingredients with Italian craftsmanship, churning Scottish cream and milk from East Lothian into gelato in its on-site micro-factory. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Alandas's gelato is served in waffle cones, cups or shakes, and ranges in flavour from lavender & white chocolate ganache, to cranachan and Scottish whiskey & caramel. There's also hot Belgian chocolate on tap, supplying the creamiest hot chocolates around.' Topping the list is Jack's Gelato in Cambridge. BBC Good Food says: 'This sleek Cambridge-based gelato parlour is renowned for its queues, but it's worth joining them. Serving inventive flavours made in small batches, ingredients are carefully considered, like coffee beans from Essex-based The Coffee Officina or Pump Street chocolate in the stracciatella.' Alandas gelato | Only one Scottish ice cream parlour made BBC Good Food's list BBC Good Food's list of the best ice cream parlours in the UK: 1 - Jack's Gelato, Cambridge 2 - Gelato Gusto, Brighton 3 - Moomaid of Zennor, St Ives 4 - Morelli's, Broadstairs 5 - Swoon, Cardiff 6 - Alandas Gelato, Edinburgh 7 - Morelli's, Belfast 8 - Caliendo's Gelato, London 9 - Darlish, St Albans and Hatfield 10 - Ginger's Comfort Emporium, Manchester 11 - Joe's Ice cream, Swansea (and other locations) 12 - Snugburys, Cheshire 13 - Jolly Nice, Gloucestershire 14 - Cadwaladers, Cardiff (and other locations) 15 - Ruby Violet, London 16 - Harbour Bar, Scarborough 17 - Gelupo, London 18 - Krum Gelato, Chester 19 - The Little Ice Cream Shop, Cumbria 20 - Romeo & Giulietta, London 21 - Heavenly Chocolate Emporium, Carmarthenshire 22 - La Gelatiera, London 23 - Glaslyn, Snowdonia
Daily Record
30-06-2025
- General
- Daily Record
The Edinburgh city ice cream parlour that was named 'best in Scotland' this summer
It was praised for its 'smooth' gelato and having 'the creamiest hot chocolate around; When the mercury rises, there is nothing better than a refreshing ice cream. Everybody will have their own favourite ice lolly, but sometimes all you want is a cup or cone of freshly scooped gelato. Earlier this month, Good Food shared a list of the "best ice cream parlours in the UK". Coming in at number six on the list was Alandas Gelato in Edinburgh. Alandas Gelato is a multi-award winning gelato makers situated on Forrest Road in the Scottish capital. It was praised by the experts for its various flavours and its hot chocolate. The parlour offers both cones and cups, with visitors being able to select from one to three scoops of gelato. Customers can also choose to add extras such as a chocolate flake, fudge, melted Belgian chocolate, or Sicilian pistachio cream. The flavours available at Alandas Gelato change daily. Among those currently showcased on its website are Japanese matcha and strawberry, Scottish cranachan, and passionfruit swirl. Both vegan and dairy-free gelato is also available at the parlour. Additionally, there are gluten-free options. According to Alandas Gelato, it uses Scottish cream and milk from East Lothian to ensure a "smooth, velvety texture in every scoop". Its gelato is made in small batches daily, and is crafted with natural ingredients. Meanwhile, the parlour serves gelato shakes made from any of its flavours and Belgian hot chocolate with whipped cream and marshmallows. Customers can also order a variety of other drinks, including tea, coffee, and cold cans. Good Food wrote: "Located on Edinburgh's historic Forrest Road, the shiny gelato parlour combines Scottish ingredients with Italian craftsmanship, churning Scottish cream and milk from East Lothian into gelato in its on-site micro-factory. "Alandas Gelato is served in waffle cones, cups or shakes, and ranges in flavour from lavender and white chocolate ganache, to cranachan and Scottish whiskey and caramel. "There's also hot Belgian chocolate on tap, supplying the creamiest hot chocolates around." In addition to being named among the best ice cream parlours in the UK by Good Food, Alandas Gelato is also popular amongst members of the public. It has been praised in reviews on Google, where it has a rating of 3.9 out of five based on 800 reviews. One recent customer posted: "It's a warm and welcoming cafe made up of two lots, with no seating! The ice cream range is wide, and one is certainly spoilt for choice. "The Belgian chocolate was rich and creamy. The rum and raisin was well flavoured and so was the Amaretto cherries. The waffle cone was crunchy and a perfect accompaniment to the ice cream. "The ice creams were fresh and tasted great. No free tasting is available. Would certainly revisit." Elsewhere, the number one ice cream parlour in the UK according to Good Food is Jack's Gelato in Cambridge. The venue was praised for its "inventive flavours" such as sweet-salty treacle and alphonso mango sorbet. More information can be found on the Alandas Gelato website. Meanwhile, for the full list of the best ice cream parlours in the UK, visit the Good Food website.
The Herald Scotland
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Scottish ice cream parlour named one of the UK's best
Highlighting the impact of the beloved culinary tradition, Good Food said the UK is home to a whole host of artisan ice cream parlours and historic gelaterias which offer "unique flavours and experiences." See the Edinburgh ice cream parlour known for its 'Italian craftsmanship' named among the best in the UK Alandas Gelato on the "historic" Forrest Road in Edinburgh was the only ice cream parlour in Scotland named among the best in the UK by Good Food. Discussing the Scottish spot, the magazine said "the shiny gelato parlour combines Scottish ingredients with Italian craftsmanship, churning Scottish cream and milk from East Lothian into gelato in its on-site micro-factory." Alandas's gelato is apparently served in waffle cones, cups or shakes, and comes in a range of flavours like lavender and white chocolate ganache and cranachan, Scottish whisky and caramel. There is also hot Belgian chocolate on tap, supplying the "creamiest hot chocolates around." The parlour is also popular with patrons on Tripadvisor, with users giving it a 3.5/5 out of 75 reviews. One person said: "Best ice cream in Edinburgh, staff were very friendly and great service. I have been there a lot of times and love that they always have new flavours. Would recommend the chocolate cones as well!" Another added: "They had such great flavours and while a bit pricey, the gelato was worth it!" A third person penned: "The line was out the door, but moved quickly. I got the chocolate and it was very good! Loved the little wafer on top!"
