Scran

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 beer at a fraction of the alcohol and calories. Jason also talks about how the rise in healthy living has affected the beer market and how America is l...

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 you can train your nose to pick up on the subtleties of a dram. John McCheyne, Master Brand Ambassador for the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, chats about...

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 James Withers, CEO of Scotland Food and Drink, award-winning chef Mark Greenaway and Petra Wetzel, owner of WEST Brewery. James chats about Scotland F...

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 founders of Birken Tree, Rob and Gabrielle, about how and why they harvest Birch water and the health benefits provided by it. Rosalind also chats to restaur...

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 festival last year and is set to launch Edinburgh Uncorked this year, along with the second instalment of Fizz Feast. Diana chats about how wine price does...

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 Michelin star at 25 and working with Heston Blumenthal. Rosalind is also joined in the studio by Gaby Soutar, The Scotsman's restaurant critic, to discu...

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 with the group's founder, Amélie Tassin. Amélie discusses how and why she set up Beers Without Beards, what new members can expect from meet ups, craft...

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 whisky experiential ambassador, Gordon Dallas. Rosalind finds out how Glengoyne was inextricably linked to the rapid rise of Glasgow as an industria...

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 restaurant and family influences, as well as her motivation behind hosting the women in hospitality dinner. Kate Fairlie discusses how she's keeping h...

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. Produced on the island at the newly opened distillery, the gin is known for its unique flavour - created with the main botanical sugar kelp - and eye-cat...

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 Restaurant. As well as giving his tips for cooking a slap-up romantic meal at home, Paul also discusses what diners can expect when eating at his res...

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 visit the home of Brewdog. She chats to co-founder Martin Dickie about his passion for brewing, the logic behind the name and their innovative business m...

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 a Haggis' and shares his insight into which whisky should be enjoyed with the traditional dish. Rosalind also welcomes James Macsween, managing direct...

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 New Year traditions, his childhood exploring the drinks cabinet and his new gluten free menu. Rosalind also chats to Edinburgh Evening News what's on an...

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 (and sounds) of the animals, and his ambitions to produce Scotland's first ever buffalo mozzarella. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

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 outskirts of Edinburgh into a specialist seven-acre herb garden and visitor centre. He also discusses The Old Curiosity Gin, which he launched in 201...

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Scotsman food and drink website, also makes a debut appearance on the show to discuss his background in the industry and his favourite food hotspots at...

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 Scotsman's Gaby Soutar about the life of a restaurant critic - and of course we get some hot tips of where to eat out in Scotland right now. Learn more...

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