Famed for the excellence of its local produce, Scotland is becoming increasingly well known for the inspiration of its chefs. Whether you are out in the country or the city you'll soon enthuse about eating out in Scotland.
Few countries can match Scotland for the quality and variety of its produce. Where else will you find Aberdeen Angus beef, wild venison, and Highland lamb; or West Highland scallops, oysters, mussels, lobsters, salmon, haddock and monkfish all caught or raised within a few miles of where you may be staying.
No visit to Scotland would be complete without availing oneself of a 'wee dram'. There is no greater pleasure on an inclement Highland evening than enjoying a malt whisky in front of a roaring log fire whilst watching the rain outside pelt down relentlessly.
Beer is the staple alcoholic drink in Scotland. The most popular type of beer is lager, but connoisseurs should sample one of the many excellent types of heavy, which is a thick, dark ale served at room temperature with a full, creamy head. For the best of Scottish beers, however, you should try one of the small local breweries.
