
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.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 201 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FoodArts | |||

Celebrated chef and restaurateur Yotam Ottolenghi joins Rosalind on this episode of Scran to hear all about his new Edinburgh restaurant. Foodies have eagerly looked forward to its arrival, and Rosalind is keen to learn more about what we can expect.... more
We are continuing our celebration of award-winning Scottish food and drink businesses on this episode as we talk to Nick Watkins of El Perro Negro. Winner of multiple best burger awards, Nick stepped into the industry with an idea and determination -... more
Now into our tenth season we wanted to start the series with something a little different so over the next few episodes we'll be looking a little closer at some of Scotland's award winning food and drink businesses.And as we hold on to the last of su... more
It's that time of year again - festival time! Producer Kelly and Rosalind hit Edinburgh recently to catch some food and drink shows and we were not disappointed.
First stop was the Malt Whisky Society on Queen St. There they enjoyed the Whisky Wande... more
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In Arizona you don’t hear much about Scottish food and drink. I’m planning a trip in 2024 and I’m looking for places to see and eat. You are inspiring me in so many way!
LeeAnn Sharpe
I really love your podcast and the guests on your show. It is so interesting and informative especially your honest and helpful food recommendations. 🥃🍷
You must be proud. This is a fine show. Thank you for letting us learn more about Sam. Applause from NY.
Interesting topics and I appreciate the presenter's enthusiasm, but the second person commenting and chuckling in the background is really off-putting and makes this unlistenable with headphones. Would have been 5 stars otherwise.
Interesting topics and I appreciate the presenter's enthusiasm, but the second person commenting and chuckling in the background is really off-putting and makes this unlistenable with headphones. Would have been 5 stars otherwise.
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This show centers on Scotland's vibrant food and drink culture, blending chef profiles, distillery insights, agricultural and festival scenes, and regional culinary storytelling. Across episodes, listeners meet chefs, growers, distillers, bakers, event organizers, and food writers who illuminate sourcing, heritage grains, whisky pairings, and Scotland's evolving hospitality landscape. A standout quality is the way guests tie local traditions to modern hospitality, sustainability, and community impact, often with behind-the-scenes looks at farms, mills, and award-winning eateries. The format frequently pairs tasting notes with cultural context, making it a strong fit for listeners who crave authentic Scottish food narratives, hands-on indust... more
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Recent guests on Scran include:
1. Yotam Ottolenghi
2. Nick Watkins
3. David Equi
4. Alex Equi
5. Bethany Grindle
6. Alan Anderson
7. Noah Zito
8. Jonathan Martinez
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