With the hotter climate comes the prospect to eat and drink outdoors, having fun with the contemporary air, sunshine and naturally fantastic views when you chomp down on some scrumptious dishes. And though Scotland may not all the time be blessed with one of the best climate, we do have some unbelievable locations to eat.
With that in thoughts, The Occasions has simply named the 26 courtyards, rooftop gardens and chic terraces across the UK they advocate for individuals searching for a prime spot for some alfresco eating.
And three prime places in Scotland have made the checklist, with two within the capital and one in Stirling being named by meals and journey author Andy Lynes because the locations to go.
Timberyard, Edinburgh
Talking about this uber-cool city eatery, Andy wrote: "Step into the cool, calming city oasis of the grey-stone courtyard at this transformed warehouse simply off the Royal Mile and near Edinburgh Fort.
"The menu on the fashionable, family-run restaurant makes the a lot of the most interesting seasonal Scottish produce — some grown within the restaurant’s raised beds — in dishes corresponding to pigeon with lardo, morels and chestnut mostarda."
Nick’s at Port of Menteith Stirling, Stirlingshire
The following on the checklist is prime TV chef's Nick Nairn's glorious eatery, with Andy including: "The chef Nick Nairn has opened up the gorgeous kitchen backyard at his restaurant and cookery college set in beautiful Stirlingshire countryside.
"Dine on the terrace beneath vine-covered pergolas sur- rounded by foliage and flower and vegeta- ble beds, the place the menu would possibly embrace linguine made with the each day catch from the north coast of Scotland and a collection of handmade pizzas."
Chilly City Home Edinburgh, Lothian
The second entry for the capital is newcomer Chilly City Home, with Andy writing: "There are spectacular views of Edinburgh Fort from this award-winning metropolis centre rooftop terrace in Edinburgh’s historic Grassmarket, full with pergola, floral cover and a classic van transformed right into a bar. The informal eating menu features a vary of hand- made pizzas and craft beers brewed on web site."
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