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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Scran on the road - part one
Welcome to our first 'Scran on the Road' episode! This week, host Rosalind Erskine starts her engine and ventures to the Craigellachie Hotel in Speyside to see what the offering is now that doors are open.
Kevin Smith, managing director at the hotel,...
47 min
152
Sourcing the best seafood
Eating locally caught seafood isn't something we do enough of in the UK. But with over 100 different species of fish caught in UK waters, why not give it a try?
In this episode of Scran, Rosalind discusses a campaign called Sea For Yourself, which is...
62 min
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Scran outtakes and best bits so far - bonus epi...
From unheard outtakes to adventures across Scotland, on this bonus episode of Scran, Rosalind Erskine takes you through some of her favourite moments of series one and two.
Expect awkward breathing, laughter and weird and wonderful food favourites.
30 min
154
What to expect now restaurants and bars are open
It has been a long four months of lockdown, but finally indoor hospitality can reopen in Scotland. On this episode Rosalind chats to Stevie McLaughlin, head chef of Scotland's only two Michelin star restaurant - Restaurant Andrew Fairlie - about...
47 min
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The rise of Scottish rum - the expert's guide
On this episode of Scran, Rosalind finds out more about the growing trend for distilling Scottish rum.
Often cited as the next big thing following on from Scottish gin, the production of rum has been steadily growing in Scotland over the last two to...
47 min
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Family drams with Billy and Alistair Walker - p...
In this episode of Scran, recorded ahead of Father's Day, Rosalind chats to Billy and Alistair Walker about how whisky has shaped their careers.
Nick Nairn also joins Rosalind on a call to discuss his career highlights - from being the youngest...
51 min
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Nick Nairn on the crisis facing restaurants - p...
On this episode of Scran, Rosalind chats to celebrity chef Nick Nairn about the current crisis and its effects on the hospitality industry - and how restaurants are adapting.
Nick also talks about what he's been enjoying cooking at home in lockdown...
38 min
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The healthier beer revolution - and Nick Nairn'...
This week, Rosalind chats to two pioneers of the beer industry who are offering healthier alternatives to classic pints.
Jason Clarke, creative Director of Genius Brewing, discusses their craft light lager and their mission to provide quality craft...
40 min
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The expert's guide to whisky - with Blair Bowma...
This week Rosalind chats to a range of whisky experts in the lead up to World Whisky Day on 16 May.
Blair Bowman, author, whisky consultant and founder of World Whisky Day, talks about why and how he founded the day, his journey into whisky and how...
56 min
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How Scotland's food industry can overcome the c...
Welcome to season two of Scran - the podcast that's passionate about food and drink.
We are now airing fortnightly and this week we delve into the coronavirus crisis and lockdown - and how the food and drink industry is coping.
Rosalind is joined by...
51 min
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The secrets of the Birch tree - with Birken Tree
Welcome to series two of Scran - the podcast that's passionate about food and drink.
We are now airing fortnightly and this week, listeners are invited to take a stroll in some ancient woodlands in Perthshire as host Rosalind Erskine chats to...
31 min
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Secrets of a wine connoisseur - with Diana Thom...
Do you know how to pair wine and food? Does glass shape really affect wine taste? This week Scran answers all these questions and more as Rosalind chats to founder of Wine Events Scotland Diana Thomson.
Diana hosted Edinburgh's first Fizz Feast...
27 min
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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
164
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
165
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
167
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
168
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
169
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
170
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
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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
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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
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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