Edinburgh Guided Local Food Tour

It only stands to reason that Edinburgh’s produce would be as fresh and wholesome as its lochs, glens, and mountains are. Together with our Edinburgh host you’ll explore the local food-scene. Begin your day in a cozy Edinburgh café, where you’ll fuel up on shortbread or scones before sampling some fresh produce at the Edinburgh’ Farmer’s Market or exploring Old Town’s traditional pubs and casual eateries.
Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Meeting Point

Harvey Nichols Edinburgh

30-34 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH2 2LL, UK

After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

What's included:

• Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
• 3 hours walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems
• 6-8 tastings of local delights from 2-3 eateries, and a drink (Whiskey, beer or fresh fruit juice)
• Private and personalized walking tour with a passionate local

Not included:

• Additional food and drinks
• Transportation (primarily a walking experience however public transport may be used)
• Tickets to any attractions
• Gratuities (optional)

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

The Artisan Bar

Edinburgh Midlothian 35 London Road, , Edinburgh, EH7 5BQ

Enjoy some sweet treats like scones, cakes, and shortbread in a café - Artisan Roast is a great coffee shop to try with its atmosphere and amazing brews
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

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Edinburgh Old Town

Edinburgh, EH1

Stroll through the city and learn about its food culture as well as the ingredients and produce that go into each traditional recipe - Edinburgh Old Town is filled with top-notch traditional pubs, casual eateries
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

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Escape Edinburgh Morrison Street

26-28 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8BJ

Eat some warm dumplings at Chop Chop, which has been voted Edinburgh’s best Chinese restaurant
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

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Edinburgh Farmers' Market

NCP Castle Terrace Car Park, Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EN, UK

Explore a farmers' market, like Edinburgh’ Farmer’s Market, or a specialty cheese shop to sample cheeses, cured meats, salmon and homemade preserves
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

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The Scotch Whisky Experience

354 Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NE

Visit a bakery and taste a Scotch pie - a locally loved, humble, yet delicious double-crust affair. Crumbies was voted the best Scotch pie in Scotland award!
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

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