When deciding where to eat in
Edinburgh, as usual, I turned to my trusty Michelin Guide to see what the city
had to offer. Including Castle Terrace (which was already “on the list” thanks
to a friend’s recommendation), the Scottish capital boasts five starred
restaurants. Customarily, “ticking off” the starred places would be high on my
agenda but then I saw Blackfriars in
the listings.
The menu represents just what I want
from a restaurant these days – a short menu offering “honest, produce-driven cooking served with care’ and, even better, just
£18.50 for 3 courses! We all know, when food is simple it has to be perfect…
and it was!
A starter of cured sea trout was perfectly balanced
with the zesty dressing, radish and fennel; house-made black pudding and lamb
meatloaf were a hearty delight and a whole grilled mackerel looked fabulous on
the plate, a sharp rhubarb relish adding vibrancy.
What Michelin say, ‘Hidden behind the castle is this intimate,
nature-themed, neighbourhood restaurant, which is well run by its experienced
owners. Produce is seasonal and dishes take their influences from around the
world; the local game is a must-try.’
Soda Bread – with treacle added to the dough for a robust earthy taste
Cured sea trout, radish,
lemon, fennel
Our black pudding,
fried egg, toast, parsley, capers
Whole grilled
mackerel, rhubarb, leaves, potatoes
Lamb meatloaf, pearl
barley, hispi cabbage
Churros, chocolate
With warm and friendly service to
boot, Blackfriars was an absolute
joy of a place to visit - the type of place I wish was at the end of my
road.
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