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Daily Record
29-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Dumfries restaurant chef in running for scholarship at The Ritz London
The Globe Inn head chef Fraser Cameron is a finalist for the Scotland Food and Drink and HIT Scotland Legacy Scholarship Award. A chef at a Dumfries restaurant is in the running for a scholarship at The Ritz London. Fraser Cameron, who has been head chef at The Globe Inn for six years, is a finalist for the Scotland Food and Drink and HIT Scotland Legacy Scholarship Award. The scholarship has been launched after Scotland held the Michelin Guide Ceremony for Great Britain and Ireland earlier this year and aims to help a rising Scottish chef with their career. Fraser is one of three finalists, impressing judges with his passion, ambition and a commitment to Scottish produce. If he wins, he will spend five days learning from executive chef John Williams MBE and his award-winning team at two Michelin-starred The Ritz London. Fraser said: 'It is an absolute honour to be in the final three for The Legacy Scholarship. Opportunities like this rarely come around and to have made it this far fills me with pride. 'The opportunity to surround myself in a world-class, industry-leading environment attracted me to apply. The chance to learn and grow in a business that is not only leading the way in food terms, but sustainability, passion, refinement and elegance, I see as being key to my personal development. 'Although the judges have an incredibly difficult decision to make, hopefully they can be proud and excited that, regardless of the outcome, the future of Scottish hospitality is in good hands.' Fraser manages a team of nine chefs and eight front of house staff at The Globe Inn. He first trained at UHI Perth, obtaining an HND in Professional Cookery, and has experience working in at Gleneagles, Leith's Restaurant Martin Wishart and Edinburgh's 21212. He'll find out if he's won at the Scotland Food and Drink Excellence Awards at DoubleTree by Hilton, Glasgow on September 4. Head of regional food at Scotland Food and Drink, Fiona Richmond, said: 'Hosting the Michelin Guide Ceremony in Scotland for the first time helped to spotlight the exceptional culinary talent across the country. 'The Legacy Scholarship plays a vital role in nurturing that talent, giving emerging chefs the opportunity to sharpen their skills and grow their careers with the very best in the industry. 'The calibre of applicants has been outstanding, with a clear passion for Scotland's exceptional larder. To have finalists now preparing to learn from John Williams and the team at The Ritz London shows the strength and ambition of the next generation of Scottish chefs.'
Daily Record
29-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Scots chefs offered once-in-a-lifetime chance to train at iconic hotel kitchen
A new scholarship gives one Scottish chef the chance to train at a Michelin-starred kitchen and learn from the best Scotland's rising culinary stars are being given a rare chance to learn from the very best, as a prestigious new scholarship opens the door to one of the UK's most iconic kitchens. Launched by Scotland Food & Drink and HIT Scotland, the Legacy Scholarship Award is now open for applications, offering one ambitious chef the opportunity of a lifetime; a five-day learning experience inside the two Michelin-starred kitchen of The Ritz London. The scheme was created to honour Scotland's historic hosting of the Michelin Guide Ceremony for Great Britain and Ireland earlier this year, and aims to continue that momentum by nurturing the next generation of Scottish chefs. Fiona Richmond, head of regional food at Scotland Food & Drink, said: 'Having the Michelin Award Ceremony held in Scotland for the first time shone a spotlight on the wealth of talent we have working in kitchens up and down the country. 'The new Legacy Scholarship is an important part of helping the next generation develop skills and progress their career. We're looking forward to hearing from chefs who are passionate about Scotland's world-class ingredients, from seafood and dairy to whisky and beef, and who want to take the next step in their culinary journey. 'John Williams and the team at The Ritz are renowned for their skill, refinement and dedication, so this truly is a unique opportunity to learn at the highest level.' Scottish chefs offered once-in-a-lifetime chance to train in iconic kitchen The scholarship offers a fully funded five-day stage at The Ritz London, working hands-on with executive chef John Williams MBE and his acclaimed team. Travel and local accommodation in central London will be arranged for the winner, with the experience taking place in October or November 2025. Applications are open to any chef currently working full-time in a professional kitchen in Scotland, with a minimum of five years' experience. Candidates must remain employed in Scotland until the scholarship has been completed. The winner will also become an ambassador for the programme, expected to share their experience through interviews, photos, and social media content. They will also be invited to speak at future Scotland Food & Drink events about the impact of the scholarship on their career. David Cochrane, CEO of HIT Scotland, described the opportunity as a game-changer: 'These opportunities are a once-in-a-lifetime chance to learn from the best of the best, and enhance your skills and knowledge with one of the top practitioners in the country. 'We are proud to support this legacy from the Awards, and this will be a very desirable learning experience at The Ritz.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The application deadline is Friday 13 June, and shortlisted finalists will be interviewed before the winner is announced at the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards on Thursday 4 September at Glasgow's DoubleTree by Hilton. John Williams MBE added: 'I believe that strong mentorship and quality training are essential to shaping the next generation of industry leaders, and we would be honoured to welcome the winner to spend a week with us at The Ritz London.' With Scotland's fine dining scene booming, from Andrew Fairlie at Gleneagles to The Glenturret Lalique, the Legacy Scholarship aims to ensure the country's top talent continues to thrive on the global culinary stage.
The Guardian
12-02-2025
- The Guardian
10 restaurants not to miss in Edinburgh – 2025's ‘most exciting food destination'
Edinburgh is having a foodie moment. Last week it was named the Most Exciting Food Destination for 2025 by The Good Food Guide. This week, the Michelin Guide Ceremony (Great Britain and Ireland) – held in Scotland for the first time – saw new stars awarded to Lyla and Avery, and new Bib Gourmand awards for Ardfern and Skua. The city is not immune from hospitality sector pressures, but there has been wave after wave of new openings recently, from casual cafes, pizza and taco bars to fine-dining, and everything in between. After seven years reviewing restaurants in the city, it's hard to narrow down my favourites … but here are 10 places that I'm always thrilled to eat at, for every budget. Few restaurants have claimed the heart of Edinburgh residents quite like The Palmerston. It's a bright airy space, a former bank branch transformed into an elegant easy-going restaurant. Sustainability and local produce guide the menus, with proper starters, mains and puddings. Settle in with a large plate of baked Berkshire pork shoulder, swede mash, January King cabbage, cider and sage (£27) with a glass of something delicious from the cellar. The weekday set lunch (Tues-Fri) is a steal (two courses £21, three courses £24). 1 Palmerston Place, This relaxed all-day cafe and wine bar from Edinburgh-born, award-winning chef Roberta Hall-McCarron is next door to her flagship restaurant The Little Chartroom. While the Chartroom is dreamy for a special occasion, Ardfern has become part of the fabric of Leith. The day begins with good coffee and fresh doughnuts (£4.50), pork belly brioche buns (from £6.50), and stacked hash browns (£8). Later, order barbecue aubergine tacos with sweetcorn, fermented chilli and feta (£13) or braised beef pie with beans (£20). 10-12 Bonnington Road, On cold days I daydream about hot hand-ripped noodles at Pomelo: chewy, spicy and singing with Sichuan peppercorns (£11.50). Chef Jun Au's vibrant take on modern Chinese cooking is fresh and fun with a small changing menu. Come for the noodles at lunchtime, or in the evening for family-style dishes to share (from £8.50). The windows steam up and you'll bump elbows with a neighbour, but I promise you won't care. 27 Sciennes Road, Every neighbourhood deserves a restaurant like this: one where you feel like an invited guest on every visit. This intimate family-run bistro has gorgeous views over Bruntsfield Links towards Arthur's Seat. On the menu you'll find the freshest Scottish seafood, cooked with creativity and care. Start with Shetland mussels (£12), then try sea trout with broccolini, olives, and wild garlic butter sauce (£20). 12 Barclay Terrace, Whether perched at the bar or tucked into a booth, Ka Pao feels like somewhere you can stay all night. Experimental small dishes are inspired by the flavours of south-east Asia, using Scotland's larder. A favourite is Arbroath smokie miang, with galangal, spinach and peanuts (£7.50) and the corn ribs with salted coconut, shrimp and lime are messy but addictive (£7). Take friends for the sharing menu to try as many dishes as possible (£30.50pp). St James Quarter, This bistro sets high standards for Japanese food in Edinburgh. There's a rustic feel to the space: exposed brick walls, rattan lights and fabric screens echoing ryokan walls. The food is incredible, the sashimi is light and delicate, arranged with precision and care, and always the highest quality (from £7). The £14.90 weekday lunch menu (and served 5pm-6pm) is unbeatable. 10 Gillespie Place, Sister restaurant to the Michelin-starred Timberyard, Montrose offers the same experimental approach to Scottish ingredients at a more affordable price. The award-winning drinks list includes low-intervention wines, and homemade bitters, liqueurs, vermouths and soft drinks. In the wine bar, order oysters and olives, then playful dishes like suyo cucumber, burnt vegetable dressing and egg yolk (£8). The weekend set lunch is a delicious demonstration of this kitchen's creativity (£20/£25 for two or three courses). Upstairs the restaurant is a more formal affair, also delightful (set menu £80).1-7 Montrose Terrace, If you're going to blow the budget in style: go to Lyla where Stuart Ralston – executive chef and owner of four restaurants in the city – is at the peak of his powers. Expect 10 delicate-but-dazzling seafood-focused courses from the open kitchen. A year since eating here I still recall tender cured plaice decorated with radish flowers, an individual exmoor caviar pearl in every bud; cured trout sashimi fanned into petals on smooth salty chawanmushi, with marigold, lemon and nori, and a fat langoustine wrapped in crisp pastry strands, dunked in burnt apple and sorrel ketchup. (dinner £165, lunch £65/£95 for five to seven courses).3 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh does cafes really well, with dozens of lovely spaces to while away an afternoon. Kitchen Table is one of the best, run by early Edinburgh sourdough pioneers Twelve Triangles. Pull up a mismatched wooden chair and order granola for breakfast with homemade yoghurt, berry compote, nut butter, and fresh fruit (£8.50), later perhaps a huge focaccia sandwich with black garlic roast aubergine, hummus, salsa and zhoug (£12.50). Co-owners Emily Cuddeford and Rachel Morgan have a cookbook out this spring and I dearly hope their Basque cheesecake (£6.50) has earned a page. 22-24 Easter Road, There's a soft minimal design to the interior at Eleanore, helping this small restaurant feel calm and relaxed rather than crowded. Think sleek lines, handmade ceramics and thick curtains, all allowing the focus to rest on the food, which is outstanding. There's a set menu, though do add the oysters. Recently, I loved a main of cod au poivre with creamed spinach and sweet roscoff onions, followed by Eleanore's cult Tirami-choux bun. (set lunch £38, dinner £70).30-31 Albert Place,
