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Scots Masterchef star shares unique twist on tacos with tattie scones
Glasgow-born Masterchef Australia star Ali Stoner is delighting fans with creative Scottish-inspired recipes on her popular Instagram page, The Roving Haggis.
A Glasgow -born chef who shot to fame on Masterchef Australia is winning over food lovers with her inventive takes on classic Scottish dishes, and her latest creation is causing a stir online.
Ali Stoner, who appeared on the 14th series of the hit cooking competition, has built a devoted following for her imaginative recipes that celebrate Scotland's culinary heritage. Through her popular Instagram page, The Roving Haggis, she has attracted more than 270,000 followers, sharing dishes inspired by her home city and the wider country.
Famed for her now-iconic 'Saltire Skirt', Stoner regularly puts a modern spin on traditional fare. This week, she unveiled her newest recipe for tattie scone tacos, which has quickly become a hit with fans.
Speaking about the dish, she said: 'Tacos are on repeat in my house, and the trend for these smash tacos has been all over social media, so here is one with a Scottish accent! The tattie scones are a perfect vehicle for soft delicious tacos, and I just love the combo of scallops and black pudding, perfect!'
Her recipe makes around 10 to 12 scones and is straightforward to prepare, with Stoner encouraging people to experiment with their own fillings.
While she recommends scallops and black pudding for her version, she notes that haggis or even taco mince would also work well.
The reaction from her followers has been overwhelmingly positive. One commented: 'Just when you think tattie scones are it… you go and make them even better!! These look amazing!!'
Born in Glasgow, Stoner now lives in Melbourne, Australia, with her family. The 54-year-old has become known for reimagining everything from stovies and lorne sausage to Irn-Bru cocktails and Glasgow-style pakora.
She has said her aim is not only to celebrate Scotland's food but also to evoke powerful memories for her audience.
She previously told Glasgow Live: 'What started to become clear (on my Instagram page) was that people were really enjoying the traditional Scottish dishes.
"I have had so many messages from people who have been brought to tears at the memory of something their parents or grandparents had made, and then recipes lost.
'It has been an incredibly inspiring and fulfilling journey so far, with so many more ideas to come.'
Stoner's approach to cooking blends nostalgia with creativity, breathing new life into dishes that many Scots remember from their childhood.
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Her food often sparks conversation among followers who share their own stories of family meals, traditions and recipes passed down through generations.
Her growing online presence has also made her something of an ambassador for Scottish cuisine abroad.
The Roving Haggis features not only recipes but also tips on presentation and flavour combinations, offering inspiration to home cooks keen to recreate a taste of Scotland wherever they are in the world.
Follow Ali on Instagram for recipes and top tips on serving up the best Scottish scran.
