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BILSON ELEVEN Boutique fi ne dining in Dennistoun? Surely you meant to say ‘Finnieston’? Any doubts about the credentials of Glasgow’s East End to make a mark on the dining scene have been overturned at 1860s townhouse Bilson Eleven, where Nick Reitz is delivering confi dent, creative and technically adept dishes that celebrate Scotland’s larder while cleverly refl ecting the tastes of the city. Insightful and inventive dining has dawned in the East. A’CHALLTAINN At the centre of Barras Art and Design (BAaD), the creative hub in the Barras Market run by Ricky Scoular and Brian Traynor, A’Challtainn taps into the social importance of our food and the way we eat. Imaginative, seasonal, affordable and beautifully presented dishes from head chef Garry Gill are the focus, but togetherness, neighbourhood and creativity are the wider aims. Gather here for creative food centred in community and culture.
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THE DRUGSTORE SOCIAL On a tranquil corner close to Kelvingrove Art Gallery, this newcomer from local group Kained Holdings is an indication of how far they have come in ten years. Beginning with Lebowskis, which trailblazed Finnieston’s current scene, they’ve brought seafood, steakhouse and cocktail venues to the city. The Drugstore Social’s small kitchen delivers hearty rustic meats and foraged delights paired with top-notch wines and invigorating cocktails, all in a well-pitched pharmaceutical setting. 1 Jun–31 Aug 2017 THE LIST 61
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Daytime café culture seamlessly stretching into informal evening dining Serving Speciality Coffee
Extensive wine list and an array of exciting craft beers available Cosy, relaxed tempo
“Fine dining standards delivered without fuss in a space that positively encourages you to linger long after the desserts have been cleared ” The List
54-56 Morningside road, Edinburgh 0131 281 1885 | enquiries@salt-cafe.co.uk