25 Scottish food and drink experiences you have to try before you die
By Rosalind Erskine
Published 12th Jul 2019, 15:21 GMT
Updated 12th Jul 2019, 16:21 GMT
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While Scotland has some amazing scenery and landscapes, we also have a thriving food and drink scene that goes way beyond the myths of the deep fried mars bar.
From Michelin Starred restaurants, award-winning chippies to ancient pubs and picture perfect distilleries, these are the top 25 food and drink experiences to try before you die.
One of Scotlands oldest, family-run fruit farms in the Scottish Borders, Border Berries grow all of their fruit outside with no heating or polytunnels. Situated on the A699, the farm also has a caf and picnic area.
In a bid to save their traditional red phone box, local girls Holly Ford and Bron Campbell open a tiny cake shop - Cakes in the Call Box. Located in Cladich, Argyll, visitors can pick what they like and pay via an honesty box.
This family-friendly day out wouldnt be complete without indulging in luxurious dairy Cream o' Galloway Ice Cream and trying Finlay's Farmhouse Cheese.
The most northerly chippie in Scotland, Frankies Fish and Chips in Shetland won the UKs No.1 Fish and Chip Shop in 2015.
The home of the Edinburgh Gin distillery, Heads and Tales bat boasts over 80 varieties of gin and also houses two stills Flora and Caledonia making it the perfect spot for any juniper enthusiast.
A firm favourite in the picturesque town, Jeanettas has been creating wonderful flavours for over 100 years.
The Muneroy tearoom and stores in the village of Southend on the Kintyre peninsula is a must visit for those with a sweet tooth thanks to their fabulous cake creations.
From Hoot the Redeemer and Panda and Sons in Edinburgh to Wheesht in Glasgow, these underground bars are not what they seem on the outside.
The award-winning Anstruther Fish and Chip Bar boasts royal and famous customers and is located right on the picturesque harbour of this East Neuk village.
Ballintaggart near Grantully has been wowing foodies since it opened in 2016, and their seasonal feasts are a highlight of the events and classes they run.
Opened in 1935, art deco themed restaurant Rogano has been serving the best of Scottish seafood to locals and visitors alike for over 75 years.
