Description: 

What is Scotland's national dish? What is hidden behind the expression "Sweet Tooth"?

To find out, join our Food, whisky and Beer tour! (click here for a full description)

During this guided food tour stop at 2 restaurant and try an assortment of nibbles to discover all the classics of Scottish: smoked salmon and oatcakes, cullen skink soup, fish & chips, haggis, cranachan and garlic mushrooms on sourdough await your taste buds. To go with these dishes, enjoy a beer and a whisky tasting and enjoy the true spirits of Scotland (pun intended!).

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...At the end of the tour, become a chef yourself for the dessert!

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Step into a world of sweetness and creativity with our Fudge Making Class, where the art of confectionery becomes an immersive experience. This hands-on workshop invites you to explore the alchemy of fudge-making, turning simple ingredients into delectable, melt-in-your-mouth treats.

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Highlights:

1. Introduction to Fudge Making: Begin your culinary adventure with an introduction to the history and science behind fudge. Discover the origin of this classic confection and how simple ingredients undergo a magical transformation.

2. Hands-On Experience: Get your hands into the mix as you learn the step-by-step process of crafting fudge from scratch. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of stirring and pouring, every participant becomes a confectionery maestro.

3. Tasting and Sharing: Throughout the class, savor the sensory delight of your freshly made fudge. 

4. Take-Home Treats: As the class concludes, take pride in your handcrafted fudge creations. Package them carefully and bring home a box of sweet memories and delightful treats to share with friends and family.

 

Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a complete novice, our Fudge Making Class promises a delightful experience that combines creativity, and the pure joy of indulgence.

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Your 5h Food and Fudge immersive day includes:   

• Private guided tour of Edinburgh with a local English speaking guide

• 2 stops at traditional pubs with local nibbles

• Make you own fudge private workshop

• 3 beers tasting

• 3 whisky tasting

• Irn Bru tasting

• Pub quizz

• Taxi pick-up from your hotel - we want to save the planet! If you prefer to walk to the start of the tour, enjoy an extra infused local gin in your tasting!

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Overview of the food you can taste:

• Cullen Skink

• Special platter with several specialities

• Fudge

• ​And more surprises!

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Vegetarian or pescetarian option on request, please contact us.

Vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options are currently not available.

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Price: 

• 1 guest - £491 per person

• 2 guests - £316 pp

• 3 guests - £257 pp

• 4 guests - £228 pp

• 5 guests - £211 pp

• 6-7 guests - £199 pp

• 7+ guests - £190 pp

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The number of places for the workshop is limited, we only accept groups of up to 8 people.

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Please note that young cooks under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

 

Good to know: 

Edinburgh is a city built on ancient volcanoes and is sometimes subject to the weather, which is part of its charm. Please bring comfortable shoes and remember to bring rain gear!

 

What to bring with you:

Bring your confirmation, in your phone or printed out to be checked by the guide.

 

Meeting point : 

In front of Jacques Café: 6 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2HS

 

Departure time : 

• For groups of up to 4 people: 11:30

• For groups of 5 to 8 people: 15:00

Tour available at fixed times every day of the week except Saturday and Sunday, please contact us if our proposed times do not match.

This tour is unavailable in Summer between July and August

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Option: Tasting to music!

Want to have an even more festive time? From Flower of Scotland to Wild Mountain Thyme, a local musician will play traditional Scottish music on guitar to accompany your meal and to introduce you to the musical culture of the Highlands.

Duration: 1 hour - supplement £400

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It is possible that the venue is not available at the time and date of your booking. If this is the case we will get back to you to determine a new schedule.