Scran
From the humble haggis supper to the finest single malt, Scotland's food and drink scene is as unique as the nation itself. Rosalind Erskine, The Scotsman's Food and Drink Editor, is joined by guests and experts to give you an insight into what's cooking in Scotland. If you like a good bit of scran, this is the podcast for you.
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Behind the scenes at Gleneagles - with executiv...
This week Rosalind goes behind the scenes at one of Scotland's most famous hotels - Gleneagles - to chat to executive chef Simon Attridge.
Simon chats about Scotland's larder and its influence on the menus at Gleneagles, what it was like to gain a...
30 min
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The story of Beers Without Beards - with Amelie...
If you're a woman who loves beer then Beers Without Beards - a group for women who like beer and would like to get together to enjoy it in good company - is worth checking out.
To celebrate International Women's Day we sit down and talk craft beer...
24 min
128
Pirates, smugglers and illicit distilling - the...
Whisky is one of Scotland's major exports as well as a huge tourism driver. But did you know that some whisky history also includes illicit distilling, pirates and vagabonds? This week we delve into just that with the Glengoyne story, as told by their...
30 min
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Celebrating women in the hospitality industry -...
With International Women's Day just around the corner, this week Scran is celebrating women in the hospitality industry with a live recording from a special fundraising dinner at Eusebi's in Glasgow.
Rosalind chats to owner Giovanna Eusebi about her...
25 min
130
The community spirit behind Scotland's favourit...
Unless you've been living under a rock, you won't have escaped the seemingly unstoppable rise of Scottish gin.
One brand that seems to encapsulate the ethos of championing not just local produce but a sense of community is the Isle of Harris Gin....
32 min
131
How to forage - and Valentine's dining tips
Love it or hate it, Valentine's Day is just around the corner and it's one of the most popular nights of the year to dine out.
This week, love is in the air as host Rosalind Erskine chats to chef Paul Wedgwood, owner of Royal Mile eatery Wedgwood the...
13 min
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How craft beer conquered the world - with Brewd...
Even if you're not a beer drinker, the name Brewdog won't have escaped your attention in recent years. From humble beginnings in 2007 they've grown to become a global brand with 82 bars around the world.
This week Rosalind ventures up to Ellon to...
39 min
133
Burns Night Special: the expert's guide on what...
Great chieftain o' the pudding-race!
This week we celebrate the culinary traditions of Burns Night, with expert tips on haggis and whisky.
Rosalind is joined by Mark Thomson, the brand ambassador for Scotland for Glenfiddich, who recites 'Address to...
29 min
134
The secrets of Chinese cooking - with Glasgow c...
This week we'll get you out of the January blues and into the rhythm of 2020, and we'll talk about Veganuary and Chinese New year all in the same episode.
Host Rosalind Erksine chats to Lychee Oriental founder and chef, Jimmy Lee about his Chinese...
16 min
135
Down on The Buffalo Farm
Buffalo mozzarella doesn't sound very Scottish. But one Fife farmer is aiming to change all that.
This week Rosalind goes to visit Steven Mitchell on his buffalo farm near Kirkcaldy.
He talks about why he chose buffalo, the unique characteristics...
32 min
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The botanics of gin - with Hamish Martin of the...
Gin is this week's theme, and more specifically the botanicals that make each one unique.
Rosalind is joined in the studio by Hamish Martin, co-founder of the Secret Herb Garden. He talks about growing his business from a derelict plot of land on the...
30 min
137
A master blender's guide to whisky
It's a whisky-flavoured show this week, as Roz chats to Rachel Barrie about being one of the first female master blenders, her creations to date and what whisky she would take to a desert island.
24 min
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Scottish Fusion
This week's Scran is all about Malaysian food with a Scottish twist.
Ros talks to Julie Lin, award-winning restaurant owner and head chef at Julie's Kopitiam, about her journey from street food vendor to restaurant owner.
Sean Murphy, editor of the...
26 min
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Festive flavours at the Christmas Market
The opening episode of Scran has a distinctly festive theme. Rosalind ventures along to the Christmas market in Edinburgh to sample some Gluhwein and cheese fondue, and we hear about foodie traditions from around the world.
She also chats to to The...
18 min
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Trailer
Here's what you can expect from the Scran podcast.
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