If you have ever wondered what is the best way to cut cheese; had a hankering for Smokie ice cream or pondered the favourite food of Shetland’s Trow troll then you should have a neb at A Taste of Scotland’s Foodie Trails from VisitScotland.
A free ebook which can be downloaded from here, it combines details of ten Scottish food trails with information about relevant local businesses and quirky facts about each product.
As well as highlighting places to try great Scottish food, the ebook also offers visitors a taste of what else there is to do in the area from events and festivals to historic attractions.
The free online guide is part of the national tourism organisation’s activity to promote the Year of Food and Drink 2015, a twelve-month celebration of Scotland’s natural larder and unique dining experiences.
The trails are:
Malt Whisky Trail
Passing through one of the country’s best-known whisky regions, Speyside in the Highlands, the trail is the only one of its kind in the world.
Seafood Trail
Travelling through the west coast of Scotland, this trail discovers the treasures of the Atlantic Ocean and Argyll’s sea lochs to highlight the country’s renowned seafood.
We visited Royal An Lochan recently who’re featured in the Seafood Trail – watch them make some delicious seafood dishes here and in the video below.
Arbroath Smokie Trail
Celebrating one of Angus’ most famous exports, so famous in fact, that it was granted protected geographical status under European Law in 2004.
Scotland’s Chocolate Trail
Scotland is home to more than 70 small-scale, artisan and specialist chocolate makers each using high quality cocoa and inventive Scottish flavour combinations.
Scottish Cheese Trail
From mature cheddars and creamy wheels to tangy blues and deliciously smoked wedges, this tour of the country’s artisan cheese makers offer a huge variety of textures and flavours.
Real Ale Trail
Travelling to a number of the independent breweries across the country, this trail celebrates Scotland’s proud and long history of brewing beer.
Whisky Coast
Travelling across the western coast of Scotland, this trail uncovers the secrets behind the art of whisky creation and raises a glass to the national drink.
Outer Hebrides Food & Drink Trail
Enjoying the beauty of the Outer Hebrides while sampling the best of the islands’ culinary delights, this trail covers the Isle of Lewis in the North right down to the Isle of Barra in the South.
Aberdeen City and Shire Food & Drink Trail
With miles of fertile farmland, crystal clear rivers and sparking coastline, the region is home to fresh fish and the world-famous Aberdeen Angus beef.
Scottish Lowlands Food & Drink Trail
Delve into the landscape of the Scottish Lowlands and discover a wealth of delicious home-grown produce on this mouth-watering trail.