Foodie lovers can experience a culinary adventure with Nira Caledonia as they launch their new “Edinburgh Food Safari” this month. This tantalising taster of local specialities will lead explorers on a gastronomic quest, exploring the vibrant Scottish Capital allowing them to immerse themselves in the city’s culture and authenticity.
Lead by Nell Nelson, an internationally travelled Scottish cuisine lover and ex-journalist, the three-hour walking tour through the winding cobbled streets of the Edinburgh showcases, not only the unique variety of shops and historical sights, but also the secret gastronomical gems hidden deep within the city.
During the safari, explorers will be introduced to six of Edinburgh’s local flavour haunts, serving the best in Scottish cuisine. Guests will sip, sample and savour the delectable discoveries in historic Broughton and Stockbridge. The journey includes a visit to three of Edinburgh’s top gin distilleries whereupon guests can sample a selction of truly exquisite gins. Culinary delights include the traditional Scottish haggis, as well as venison chorizo and an ecclectic array of seasonal cutting-edge salads. For those with a sweet tooth, the handmade chocolate is not to be missed with flavours including Isle of Skye salted caramel, festive cinnammon and yes, even haggis spice!
As the culinary adventure comes to a luxurious close, guests head back to Nira Caledonia, taking pride position in Edinburgh’s New Town, where they will enjoy a relaxing overnight stay and a hearty Scottish breakfast in the morning, setting eager explorers up for another day of discovery.
Available on Thursday, Friday or Saturday nights. £180 per person based on a one night stay in a Petite Double Room, £30pp suppl. for Executive Room upgrade, £60pp suppl. for Suite upgrade. Each Edinburgh Food Safari lasts about three hours with at least six strategically arranged food and drink tastings. Safaris must be pre-booked at least 24 hours in advance. Safaris are limited to ten people with no minimum number required.
niracaledonia.com/edinburghfoodsafari
+44 131 225 2720
