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 24 hour food & drink |
91-93 Nicolson Street Edinburgh EH8 9BY United Kingdom +44 131 667 7481 |
If you have food or booze cravings in the middle of the night, then this 24 hour shop will supply you with chocolate, crisps, wine or even a cocktail in a bottle. It may be a little more expensive than the large supermarket chains, but it is conveniently situated in New Town and is easy to get round if you're on a mission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For coffee lovers |
204 Morrison Street Edinburgh EH3 8EA United Kingdom +44 131 476 2600 |
Enter coffee heaven - this is a true paradise for worshipers of the bean. The staff will be delighted to help you figure out what sort of bean will suit you best. As well as heaps of coffee there is lots of handy gear to prepare your caffeine fix: alongside glass pots with plungers there are Italian-style cafeteria for cooker tops, as well as a selection of attractive cups and mugs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ye olde sweet shoppe |
52 St Mary's Street Edinburgh EH1 1SX United Kingdom +44 131 556 6082 |
This shop, established in 1954, is stuck in a wonderfully sticky timewarp. With shelves of old glass jars full of colourful sweets and those special scales to weigh them on, it's just like one of those confectioners of old. This is the place to indulge in nostalgia about your favourite childhood treat by asking for a quarter or three of humbugs, sherbert lemons, cola bottles, and rhubarb and custards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular pies, smashing sausages and choice cuts |
97-101 Broughton Street Edinburgh EH1 3RZ United Kingdom +44 131 557 0111 |
You'll find excellent produce from local farms at this friendly butchers. If you are after an authentic Scottish snack, try one of their delicious and inventive pies. A loyal clientèle flocks here to purchase some of their various sausage creations, which have unusual added fillings like cheese and apple. For a special meal, there is always a choice cut of venison or wild boar to take home. Ask one the helpful staff for advice if you're bemused by the many samples of flesh on display. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bustling Chinese fishmonger with a great selection |
7 Roseneath Street Edinburgh EH9 1JH United Kingdom +44 131 229 9339 |
This busy, vibrant shop stocks a great variety of fish at reasonable prices and they'll offer advice if you're a little deficient in your seafood knowledge. There is everything from traditional fish like cod and mackerel to all kinds of more exotic sea dwelling creatures available here. They often have a good range of crustacea, including giant prawns and lobsters, but be warned, they quickly get snapped up by eager seafood enthusiasts. If you are planning an oriental meal, ask one of the chatty Chinese staff for a bit of advice on how to prepare your catch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Gooey gateaux and savoury sauces |
8 St Giles Street Edinburgh EH1 1PT United Kingdom +44 131 225 6267 |
Ignore your dentist's advice and indulge at this notable patisserie. Downstairs you can get coffee and cakes - the rich delights on offer are not for the calorie-counter. In fact there are enough pastries and cakes to keep even the most sweet-toothed content. If you want to have lunch or a light supper, venture upstairs for a baguette or a quiche. Like the cakes on offer, these savoury options are very tasty. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Free-range cuts |
75 Raeburn Place Edinburgh EH4 1JG United Kingdom +44 131 332 3469 |
George Bower is a traditional top-quality butcher specializing in free range meat, so you can feel happy that the beast on your table was well looked after. Well-respected and patronised by many locals, he'll help you pick from the huge variety of choice cuts, chops, sausages and pates on offer. Whether it's standard fare or something a little more exotic you're after (try some haggis or black pudding for a real taste of Scotland) - your table need want for nothing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French and Italian cheeses galore |
66 Raeburn Place Edinburgh EH4 1HJ United Kingdom +44 131 332 9888 |
This fine shop is definitely worth a trip out to the north of the city center for, as it has some superb French and Italian cheeses that are hard to find in these parts. They'll let you sample the huge variety on offer (including a selection of goat's cheeses) and offer plenty of advice on what you should serve alongside the lovingly matured curds. savor the slightly old-fashioned atmosphere and personal service that is rare in these days of large, faceless supermarkets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scottish and continental cheeses |
205 Bruntsfield Place Edinburgh EH10 4DH United Kingdom +44 131 447 8889 |
Iain Mellis Cheesemonger is a bit of a mecca for cheese gourmets, bursting as it is with a huge variety of different types and textures. If you require advice on which sort to serve with a meal they can help here, and give you a chance to sample something new as well. They specialize in handmade, unpasteurized, farmhouse cheeses made in Britain and Ireland but also have an excellent range of Continental cheeses. The uninitiated should brace themselves for the powerful aroma as you enter this temple to curds but even the most discerning of cheese "noses" will appreciate the mass of interesting and unusual slabs on display. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upper-crust pleasures |
Princes Street Edinburgh EH2 2YG United Kingdom +44 131 225 2442 http://www.jenners.com/ |
Known to some as Scotland's Harrods, this independent department store counts the British Royal Family amongst its illustrious clientèle. Classy, expensive and extremely well-stocked, there are many reasons to visit Jenners. It is something of an institution in Scotland, boasting a wide variety of luxury goods, from expensive jewelery to smoked salmon. Besides six floors of elegantly merchandised departments, this is the capital's only stockist of Fisher and Donaldson's wonderful Dr. Floyd's bread. Wander around the fabulous food hall, feasting your eyes on the delicious imported delicacies. If none of the goods tempt you, it's a great place to saunter around soaking up the genteel atmosphere, pretending to be a lady or gentleman of leisure. This is a particularly jolly place to visit around Christmas for the fantastic window displays and impressive decorations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mexican speciality foods |
24 Leven Street Bruntsfield Edinburgh EH3 9LJ United Kingdom +44 131 228 6241 |
If you are planning a Mexican dinner, a Latin American fiesta or just want to spice up your cooking, then try this great Mexican delicatessen - you'll find everything you need for that really authentic touch. For meat-eaters and vegetarians, they have everything from spicy relish and chillis to more complicated fare. Even if you don't know anything about this type of cuisine, it's worth a browse just to look at the intriguing ingredients and colorful foods on display. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All haggis great and small |
118 Bruntsfield Place Edinburgh EH20 9LZ United Kingdom +44 131 229 9141 |
MacSweens is the place to come to get your hands on the famous Scots delicacy, haggis—each batch of the meaty treat is tested for quality by one of the members of this family business. You might not have the stomach for this heavy sausage as its ingredients are not for the squeamish—it is made of animal liver, lungs, heart and oatmeal which is stuffed into a sheep's stomach and finally boiled. It is eaten all year, but particularly on January 25th, Burns night. There is vegetarian haggis available in this friendly shop, which would make an unusual gift. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicatessen chain |
77 Warrender Park Road Edinburgh EH9 1ES United Kingdom +44 131 229 8228 http://www.margiotta.co.uk/ |
Pricey but very handy, Margiotta stocks a wide range of deli-goods—from interesting breads to olives, cheese, meats, cakes, salad mixes to pre-packaged goods and just about everything else food related that you can think of. There are branches all over the city, so you need never be without your favorite specialty foods. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Medical herbalist |
1 Teviot Place Edinburgh EH1 2QZ United Kingdom +44 131 225 5542 |
Established in 1860, this medical herbalist is home to a range of homeopathic medicines, books, vitamin supplements, organic and ecological toiletries, essential oils and herbal teas. It's also a great place to find some luxurious, special cosmetics and scented goodies (particularly good for gorgeous smelling soaps). The friendly, helpful staff can give you advice on any number of ailments and problems as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Veggie, vegan, organic... |
83 Clerk Street Edinburgh EH8 9JG United Kingdom +44 131 668 2067 |
Not only does Nature's Gate offer a good choice of vegetarian and vegan food - it also stocks organic beer and wine to wash it down with. Don't let the clichéd view of healthfood shops stop you from browsing and discovering the wealth of tasty yet nutritious morsels available these days. This shop specializes in vitamins and mineral supplements and has some wonderful bakery creations. There is a fine selection of alternative snacks for the home or on-the-move here: try the wholesome crisps, crunchy nuts and flavoursome dried fruits if you fancy something different to over-processed mainstream fodder. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Homeopathic Dispensary |
46A George Street Edinburgh EH2 2LE United Kingdom +44 131 226 3223 http://www.nealsyardremedies.com/ |
Tucked away in a basement under Sciennes Hairdressers, this aromatic treasure trove caters for all your aromatherapy and homeopathic requirements. Their products and ingredients are GMO free, environmentally responsible, vegetarian and are not tested on animals, so you can treat yourself and your conscience to some of the most sought after, high-quality beauty preparations known to man and beast. Their Flower Freshener and Frankincense Nourishing Cream are best sellers whilst their Remedies to Roll offer instant aromaptherapy solutions to everyday stresses and conditions. They offer a wide range of advice on using oils, and homeopathic consultations are available on-site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A fine selection of beers, wines and spirits |
223 High Street Edinburgh EH1 1PE United Kingdom +44 131 220 3516 http://www.oddbins.com/html/sp... |
This well known off-license chain always has a superb selection of wines, beers and spirits. As well as regular bargains there is a large stock of foreign beers, including delicious Belgian and Czech brews. Check out the regular tastings, which are advertised outside the shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oriental Grocers |
199 Leith Walk Edinburgh EH6 8NX United Kingdom +44 131 554 0358 |
This is a great place to find that all essential exotic ingredient and for investigating some of their weird and wonderful oriental products. Arrowroot, crabmeat, lemongrass, dried mushrooms, tofu, lotus root, noodles in many shapes and sizes, and essential vegetables are all available, plus a few surprise products. Choose from their great range of Chinese teas and pick up basic necessities like soy sauce and sesame oil for bargain prices. There is also a good range of culinary accessories like chop-sticks, bowls and huge woks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicious pastries in a bright space |
5 North West Circus Place Edinburgh EH3 6ST United Kingdom +44 131 220 0225 |
Leave your conscience firmly at the door, as this bright and airy shop is crammed full of gooey and gorgeous cakes, pastries, breads and assorted creamy, custard-filled creations that will make you put on weight just by looking at them. There is everything from the traditional to more exotic concoctions on offer here. It is beautifully laid out - a feast for the eyes as well as the belly. Try their other Edinburgh eateries, Florentine, for a further assault on the taste buds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Feeling peckish |
159 Bruntsfield Place Edinburgh EH10 4DG United Kingdom +44 131 229 7054 |
This wonderful grocery is full of delicious food and beverages from many lands. Fill your larder with a lavish array of gourmet treats in this mouth-wateringly whiffy shop. They stock a great range of breads and rolls, as well as pre-packaged snacks and quality crisps and biscuits. Feast your eyes on the eclectic foodstuffs at the deli counter - try some of their supreme meats, including the spicy Spanish chorizo and the delicious olives. Wine lovers will enjoy a look around the impressive vintages here. This place is perfect for picking up a few interesting things for a special lunch; just grab a fresh baguette and pick some of your favourite fillings. Check out their other Edinburgh branch at Waverley Station. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Malts and Merlots |
37A-B Warrender Park Road Edinburgh EH9 1HJ United Kingdom +44 131 229 5925 |
This is a fine little shop where you'll find an abundance of fine whiskies and shelves of wine from many lands. If you wish to stock your drinks cabinet with a selection of Scottish malts, there are over 100 to choose from. The wine section is also very good and the staff are always very informative and helpful. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Organic haven |
37 Broughton Street Edinburgh EH1 3JU United Kingdom +44 131 557 1911 |
If you are pining for extra vitamins and nutrients, this wonderful shop in trendy Broughton Street is the place to visit - it is bound to fulfill your organic food needs. All the food on sale here is produced without harmful chemicals and there are lots of interesting products to pick up. You can try everything healthy under the sun here, from exotic nuts and dried fruits to dairy-free chocolate. There is also an impressive selection of tasty ready-made meals and organic wine. Ask the helpful and knowledgeable staff if you have any queries or special dietary requirements. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where the Scots buy their scotch |
379 High Street Edinburgh EH1 1PW United Kingdom +44 131 225 3383 http://www.royalmilewhiskies.com/ |
Get here early to beat the crowds, Royal Mile Whiskies is well respected in the trade as well as by locals and tourists, and boasts over 300 whiskies, some dating as far back as 1936. The owner Keir Sword is renowned for having a sound knowledge of the craft of whisky distillation. The staff are not afraid to let you test the whiskies on display and will explain the different processes and malts to you. They also have books and magazines on the subject, and complement the main stock with Havana cigars and award winning MacSweens haggis (vegetarian recipe also available). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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