Edinburgh Christmas Party Guide 2019

2019

Edition

Edinburgh A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS IN EDINBURGH

Season’s Greetings!

Whether you’re already counting down the days and dusting off your baubles, or you’re refusing to contemplate the festive season until December, there’s no denying that Christmas is nearly upon us.

As card-carrying food fanatics, the team at Food & Drink Guides loves Christmas – after all, it’s mainly about over-indulging. Before we can all sit back with a mountain of mince pies and a glass of mulled wine, though, there’s some serious decision-making to be done. If you’re responsible for planning your Christmas do – be it an office knees up for 500 or a celebratory shindig for your team – it’s important to get it right.

We’ve put together The Office Christmas Party Guide and packed it full of venue suggestions, party inspiration and expert advice so you can rest assured that your celebration will be a resounding success.

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GUIDE AT A GLANCE

CONTENTS A quick look at our more in-depth content............1 INDEX Find your favourite venues in an instant...............33

VENUE INSPIRATION

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Canningford House 38 Victoria Street Bristol BS1 6BY t: 0117 927 7167 e: editor@foodanddrinkguides.com w: www.christmaspartyvenue.co.uk Editor Hannah Burton-Grieve Senior Editorial Assistants Robbie Masters, Tori Sharpe Editorial Assistants Oli Bishop, Ella Fisher, Rosie Best, Kate Avetoomyan, Celia Rowland, Jessica Curtis-Jouxson Graphic Designers Morag Davidson, Megan Hunt, Tamara Osborn Some designs created using resources from Freepik.com

FESTIVE FEASTING Some of our favourite foodie hotspots for Christmas...2 BEST FOR… Whatever you’re looking for, we’ve got a top choice for you.....................................................20

Project Manager Joe Packer

GIFT INSPIRATION

Publisher Sam Collins

STOP: HAMPER TIME Why Harvey Nichols’ festive hampers are the perfect gift this Christmas....................................12

PLANNING

TOP TIPS Planning can be stressful – let us help with our top tips................................................................27

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Advertising Sales Emma Filby, Matthew Brentley Published by Food & Drink Guides Ltd

Managing Director Robin Fry Printed August 2019 You’ll notice that some venues in the guide have an 084 telephone number. Calls cost 5p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge.

The cost of producing this guide has been met by advertising revenues from the venues featured within. We only include venues that we know, from either experience or recommendation, provide a quality service. However, some reviews are supplied by third parties, and no review in this guide should be taken as a direct recommendation by Food & Drink Guides Ltd.

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Festive

Feasting

Christmas is all about food, and everyone knows a good meal is the best way to bring people together. Place feasting at the top of your agenda this Christmas and indulge in first-class cuisine. To make choosing your venue a little easier, we’ve rounded up some of the best eateries in Edinburgh for a little festive indulgence. With a range of styles and cuisine types, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

The Wee Restaurant Visit The Wee Restaurant to enjoy delicious food and exceptional wine this Christmas.

This stylish restaurant seats 40 guests, making The Wee Restaurant a great choice for festive gatherings with family and friends, or a relaxed work event. The Christmas menu includes traditional favourites such as turkey ballotine with chestnut stuffing. Also on offer is comforting fettuccine pasta with wild mushrooms, a welcome alternative to festive fare. For dessert, homemade Christmas pudding served with brandy anglaise and crème Chantilly is a delicious choice.

t: 0844 625 7839

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Wedgwood the Restaurant

Set on The Royal Mile, Wedgwood the Restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious festive meal this Christmas. The menu showcases fine Scottish produce in exquisite modern dishes, with highlights including fresh North Sea cod and Scottish venison. In addition to locally sourced dishes, the menu includes exceptional festive favourites alongside a wide range of fine wine to complement your meal perfectly.

This stylish venue is ideal for an office Christmas party, catering for up to 50 guests.

Available from £23 per person, Wedgwood’s Christmas lunch menu is a festive treat, while the Christmas dinner menu is available from £37 per person.

t: 0844 625 7840

Quattro Zero In the heart of Edinburgh’s thriving West End, Quattro Zero serves authentic Italian cuisine, including exceptional homemade pizza.

With friendly staff and excellent service, this restaurant is ideal for a festive meal with family and friends. The menu includes flavoursome pasta and fresh seafood dishes as well as a superb selection of wine – why not have a glass with friends as you tuck into a hearty meal? With a tasty set menu available throughout the Christmas period, Quattro Zero is the perfect place to enjoy a festive Italian feast. t: 0844 625 4706

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Join the glamorous Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel, for a Bohemian-themed extravaganza.

Filled with colour, music and flair, your office Christmas party is guaranteed to be one to remember.

Enjoy a delicious three-course meal and dance the night away under glistening Edison lamps.

30th November December – 5th, 6th, 7th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 19th, 20th, 21st Includes: Arrival drink Three-course meal Tea/coffee and mince pies Singer, DJ and dance floor Photo booth

We are social! Call us for information about our other festive events and private function options KIMPTONCHARLOT TESQUARE.COM | 0844 625 8335 38 CHARLOT TE SQUARE | EDINBURGH EH2 4HQ

Festive Celebrations Choose Tanjore for exceptional authentic South Indian cuisine. We offer a range of South Indian delicacies such as dosai, idli, vadai, kothu parotta, biryani and regional southern curries and rice dishes. Delicious fresh meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan dishes are all available. Tanjore is the perfect place for a get-together with family, friends and colleagues, with the added bonus of BYOB.

Visit our website to see our menu:

www.tanjore.co.uk Call us now to book

0844 625 7860

6-8 Clerk Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9HX

FESTIVITIES AT FOUNDRY 39

39A QUEENSFERRY STREET, EDINBURGH, EH2 4RA

Party at the happiest place in town this Christmas with a festive treat to suit you:

FESTIVE FEASTS MENU

Ultimate Party Package: £19.50pp Includes three pre -paid drinks vouchers and a festive buffet.

2 COURSES £17.95 PP

Chase away the post-Christmas blues with a £50 bounce back voucher valid throughout January 2020.

3 COURSES £22.95 PP

TO BOOK YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY WITH US EMAIL EDINBURGH@FOUNDRYPROJECT.COM OR CALL 0844 625 8231

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Our steakhouse-style dishes will add a tasty twist to your festive event.

Food served for breakfast, lunch and dinner

BURGERS & STEAKS IN THE HEART OF EDINBURGH 13 Antigua Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3NH

0844 625 7894

www.oxtailrestaurantedinburgh.co.uk

have a teuchter christmas at a room in the west end ÂŁ35 for 3 courses including tea, coffee and mince pies for more information please visit www.teuchtersbar.co.uk or call us on 0844 625 8321

merry christmas

ST ANDREW SQUARE EDINBURGH EH2 2AD t: 0844 625 5587

CHRISTMAS AT THE FORTH FLOOR ‘Tis the season to celebrate, make sure you do it in style.

R E STA U R A N T THREE COURSES £36 (Tuesday – Thursday) £40 (Friday & Saturday) BRA SSER IE T HREE COURSES £30 Available from Thursday 14th November To make a reservation call 0844 625 5587 or email forthfloor.reservations@harveynichols.com harveynichols.com/christmasdining

Indian Restaurant Enjoy delicious Indian cuisine in the heart of Edinburgh city centre.

Located directly opposite Edinburgh Playhouse, Kahani is the perfect place for your Christmas event. We offer a wide range of dishes and have a spacious seating area, ideal for your Christmas get together.

Christmas lunch menu for £16.95 Christmas dinner menu for £20.95

Call us now to book your Christmas party

0844 625 7809

11 Antigua Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3NH info@kahanirestaurant.co.uk

Dine in a private, cosy area before joining other revellers. While you warm up and get a chance to chat to your colleagues outside of work, our chefs will prepare a gorgeous three-course meal, catering for all dietary requirements. It’s guaranteed to be a dinner to remember.

Take the stress out of Christmas and let us organise the perfect party for you and your colleagues.

In the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, our quirky modern venue is the perfect place at which to unwind and enjoy a great evening.

After indulging in a delicious Christmas feast followed by mince pies and a piping-hot cup of tea or coffee, get ready to hit the dance floor. Our DJ will be sure to play the right music to make you want to dance the night away.

Thanks to our central location, just a short walk from the Grassmarket, you can keep the party going in Edinburgh’s top bars and clubs or be back home and tucked up in no time at all.

DATES AVAILABLE What’s included?

• Three-course meal • Tea/coffee & mince pies • DJ with disco until • 12:30am • Decorations

Perfect for small to medium parties

6th, 7th, 13th and 14th December. £35pp or upgrade your package – to include drinks from just £4 extra per person.

Dinner packages excluding DJ and disco available for £29 per person, every day from 29th November to 24th December.

Make your party exclusive for the same price.

Minimum numbers of 40 apply for a private party.

0844 625 7701 Novotel Edinburgh Centre, 80 Lauriston Place, EH3 9DE

www.accorhotels.com

0844 625 7701

ENJOY A DELICIOUS CHRISTMAS WITH US Come and enjoy our exceptional food at Checkpoint.

Set in the heart of Edinburgh, we serve scrumptious food throughout the day.

Join us for a hearty breakfast, a tasty lunch or a delicious dinner this Christmas.

We can cater for most dietary requirements.

Call us now to book

0844 625 7817 3 Bristo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 1EY www.checkpointedinburgh.com

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Hamper Time

Why Harvey Nichols’ festive hampers are the perfect gift this Christmas

This festive season, treat friends and loved ones to an unbeatable gift. Harvey Nichols’ food hampers hold everything from white chocolate truffles infused with gin and lemon, to naughty nibbles, three kinds of panettone made in Italy, and cocoa-dusted pistachios. Whether your recipient is sweet or salty, you’ll find the perfect hamper guaranteed to bring them some Christmas cheer.

Santa Baby A perfectly balanced hamper containing everything you need for a glorious Christmas. Think an indulgent bottle of Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, creamy melt-in-the-mouth peanut butter fudge (made the old-fashioned way on marble slabs), mini panettone and boozy balls, all presented in a gorgeous hat box.

RRP: £35

Seasons Eatings From this sumptuous alcohol-free Christmas hamper with chic exotic touches, you can expect exquisite dark chocolate pistachios, lemongrass and chilli peanut brittle, salted caramel butter biscuits, salted caramel dark chocolate truffles, Christmas chutney and olive oil and rosemary savoury biscuits – all of which go perfectly with Harvey Nichols’ special Christmas coffee blend and white tea bags.

RRP: £100

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The Crowd Pleaser This hamper has a little something for everyone. To drink there’s damson gin, sauvignon blanc, English sparkling brut, English sparkling rosé brut and malbec.

Tempting foodie treats include a selection of sweet and savoury biscuits, a luxury truffle selection, a plethora of jams and chutneys, two types of fudge, classic Christmas pudding and brandy butter.

RRP: £300

Winter Warmers Inside this hamper is everything you need to warm you up this Christmas. A bottle of mulled wine and new dark hot chocolate infused with cinnamon, nutmeg and chilli can be enjoyed alongside decadent foodie delights including rich chocolate fudge, caramelised cinnamon almonds, white, milk and dark chocolate raisins and chocolate biscuits.

RRP: £90

For the full festive range, visit the website or your local Harvey Nichols store.

t: 0844 625 5973 w: www.harveynichols.com

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Christmas at Wedgwood

Set in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic old town on the famous Royal Mile, the restaurant creates the perfect setting for celebrating the festive season.

Tuck into our seasonal Scottish larder: you can expect to see North Sea cod and Scottish venison on the menu served with locally foraged ingredients as well as traditional Christmas turkey.

Add some cheer to your dining experience with an exquisite bottle from Paul and Lisa’s wine cellar’s unique selection.

267 Canongate, Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH8 8BQ www.wedgwoodtherestaurant.co.uk

We cater for groups of up to 50 guests

Christmas lunch menu from £23 per person Christmas dinner menu from £37 per person To make a booking please call 0844 625 7840 or email info@wedgwoodtherestaurant.co.uk Bespoke menu available upon request Festive menus available from 1st December – 24th December

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Indian Lounge Indian & Punjabi dining since 1983

Christmas Celebrations

Menu comprises GRASS-FED SCOTTISH LAMB, free-range poultry and fresh vegetables.

From ship to plate in 24 hours, all of the spices are ground in the kitchen.

90% of the menu is GLUTEN-FREE and VEGAN options are available.

Dishes are cooked with olive oil.

0844 625 4760

129a Rose Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3DT w: www.indianloungeedinburgh.co.uk • ttom5381@gmail.com

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“A real sense of being somewhere special”

JOIN US THIS FESTIVE SEASON AT 61 FREDERICK STREET 0844 625 7839 3RD-21ST DECEMBER (CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY) Seats up to 40. Available for private hire.

*Also available at The Wee Restaurant, North Queensferry

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FOUR COURSES, PROSECCO ON ARRIVAL AND CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES TO FINISH

FIVE COURSES, CHAMPAGNE ON ARRIVAL, BREADS TO START AND A DELICIOUS COCKTAIL

£26.95pp

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www.thesheepheidedinburgh.co.uk

Contact: enquiry@thesheepheidedinburgh.co.uk Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: @thesheepheid

Christmas at La Garrigue La Garrigue offers rustic family-style cooking, complemented by a large selection of the best wine from an area of France known as Le Midi

Lunch Menu £19.50 PER PERSON

Three-course Dinner £30 PER PERSON

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0844 625 7821

www.lagarrigue.co.uk

31 Jeffrey Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1DH

For a South American vibe in the heart of Stockbridge, book your Christmas meal at Sabor Criollo this year. Boasting traditional Latin music and an extensive menu of Venezuelan and Mexican food, the venue takes party bookings of up to 50 people.

Lunch: 2 courses (starter and main) £12.90 3 courses (starter-main-dessert) £14.90 Dinner platos principales: 2 courses (starter and main) £16.90 3 courses (starter-main-dessert) £18.90 Dinner option 2: 2 courses (starter and main) £19.90 3 courses (starter-main-dessert) £21.90

Sample menu STARTERS Empanada Quesadilla Street tacos Mejillones a la crema Calamares rebozados

PLATOS PRINCIPALE Arepa rellena Enchilada autentica Pabellón Criollo OPTION 2 Gambas pil pil Mexican style Pabellon Magariteño

DESSERTS Banana flambé with vanilla ice cream Quesillo (créme caramel) Tres Leches (milk cake)

36 Deanhaugh Street, Edinburgh, EH4 1LY w: www.saborcriollo.co.uk t: 0844 625 7882

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Choosing where to host your Christmas party can be one of the most difficult decisions of the party planning process. To help take the stress out of picking your venue, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite options for all kinds of events.

The Magnum

Not simply a restaurant, nor just a pub or wine bar, The Magnum is a unique venue providing a relaxed dining experience – and it’s available to hire on an exclusive basis so you can celebrate with your party in peace.

Enjoy the festive menu – which offers three courses and a glass of fizz for £30 – without having to navigate through a room of strangers.

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Boasting a gastropub vibe and a fine dining menu, The Magnum is unparalleled throughout Edinburgh. It’s the perfect spot for an intimate Christmas meal, allowing your party to relax in their own company away from the office after a busy year. Pair your evening meal with one of the recommended bottles from an extensive wine list, and stay to try a few more afterwards – the bar remains open until 12.30am on Fridays and Saturdays.

With a lovely warm atmosphere and a focus on friendly and professional service, this is a space you won’t want – and won’t have – to share. Look no further for good food, good wine and good times. t: 0844 625 4796 e s-fre stres g n i n plan

Genting Casino

Novotel Edinburgh Centre Don’t let the stress of organising get in the way of your festive cheer – Novotel Edinburgh Centre will organise the perfect party for you and your colleagues.

The team behind the quirky modern venue has several options to suit your needs, taking care of pre-paid dinner and drinks packages and exclusive parties, leaving you to focus on what’s really important: having fun.

With the DJ taking care of the tunes that are bound to get you dancing, all you need to do is be ready to enjoy the three-course meal followed by tea, coffee and mince pies. Perfect for small to medium parties, you’ll be able to relax in a private cosy area before making your way to join other revellers.Once the party’s over, the hotel’s convenient central location in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town means that you don’t even have to think about organising transport. t: 0844 625 7701

Why not put a new spin on your office party with a visit to Genting Casino at Fountain Park? Tuck into the likes of slow-cooked beef, roast rump of lamb or traditional turkey followed by a boozy Baileys crème brûlée before you try your hand at one of the casino games. The Christmas party package includes a £10 single bet and a no-pressure learn-to-play session of either Blackjack or Roulette with a friendly croupier – it’s bound to be a fun way to get to know your co-workers a little better. With a free drink from the bar, your confidence on the tables is certain to grow through the night.

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There’s no need to cut the party short either as there are other festivities to enjoy, with a DJ and free photo booth on-hand to see you through to 5am on Fridays and Saturdays. t: 0844 625 7876 20

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Join us for a Christmas dinner and dance at

Britannia Spice

Our award-winning restaurant serves an innovative combination of dishes from India, Bangladesh and Nepal.

Dance into the night at the perfect Christmas party for friends and family.

Celebrate the festive season with us as we present a delicious three-course Christmas meal followed by a DJ to play your favourite songs.

Tickets include a glass of prosecco, a three-course dinner, with coffee & mints.

Group booking discounts provided.

Large bookings welcome.

Call us now to book: 0844 625 8323

www.britanniaspice.co.uk • 150 Commercial Street, Edinburgh, EH6 6LB

Stair Arms Christmas at the

GO ALL INCLUSIVE THIS CHRISTMAS

Party Nights & Festive Fare FROM £25.50

INCLUDES A THREE-COURSE MEAL, DISCO AND PHOTO BOOTH. thestairarmshotel 0844 625 8110 | WWW.STAIRARMSHOTEL.CO.UK PATHHEAD, MIDLOTHIAN, EH37 5TX

An illustrious, award-winning and stellar restaurant located in Edinburgh’s bustling city centre, directly opposite Edinburgh Playhouse theatre.

Open throughout the festive period including Christmas Day

Christmas menu from £21.95 per person Pre-theatre Christmas special from £15.95 per person

CHEF OF THE YEAR

Indian Restaurant

Now serving an array of vegan and gluten-free dishes

www.shezanedinburgh.com Give us a call now to book your Christmas party!

0844 625 5821 enquiries@shezanedinburgh.com 24-25 Union Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3NQ

BRING YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY TO US Set in Edinburgh city centre, Noodle ‘n’ Rice serves delicious Chinese and Thai Food. Our restaurant is perfect for a relaxing Christmas get-together with family and friends.

Join us to enjoy exceptional, authentic Chinese and Thai cuisine.

Call us now to book

0844 625 8313

www.noodlesnrice.co.uk Visit us at one of our restaurants: | 24-25 South Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1LL | 151-153 Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH3 9AA |

BOOK NOW FOR CHRISTMAS Group options available to book now for up to 100 people, including the set menu lunch or dinner, your own private Christmas party and the Festive Frolics Christmas Cabaret.

Contact our Christmas booking team on 0844 625 4823 for reservations and enquiries.

The Voodoo Rooms 19a West Register Street, EH2 2AA www.thevoodoorooms.com

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RESTAURANT & BAR

2 courses

£27.50 per person

3 courses and a glass of fizz £30 per person

Sat 1st December until Monday 24th December Food served: Mon-Thurs noon-2.30pm & 5.30pm-10pm Fri-Sun noon-10pm (Bar is open until 11.30pm Sun-Thurs and until 12.30am Fri & Sat) We can cater for small bookings and exclusive use of the bar/restaurant is available

0844 625 4796 • www.themagnumrestaurant.co.uk 1 Albany Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3PY

Top Tips

for the perfect Christmas party Consider

exclusive

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Large companies will know that exclusive hire can be the only way to get exactly what you want, but exclusive hire can work for groups of all sizes. The benefits are that you save money on catering and can schedule things however you like. Guests have plenty of space to mingle, socialise and dance and you can include personal touches like raffles, end-of-year awards and party games.

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If you know your team is going to want to keep the party going, make sure you book somewhere way in advance – ideally something all-inclusive so that the whole group sticks together. We’ve all been to those events where a meal has been booked in at the last minute. You end up losing half the team due to differing pub preferences or get crammed in a packed bar with long queues.

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We know first-hand how stressful being in charge of organising the office Christmas party can be. To make things a little easier, we’ve compiled some of our top tips to take some of the pressure off and ensure that you have a party to remember, too.

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Themes certainly have their pros and cons and their success often depends on your company culture and the scale of the event. We would always recommend leaving a themed party to the experts as they’re hard to get right and can be stressful to organise.Whether you’d prefer to step into a winter wonderland dressed in your finest garb, enter a masquerade ball or be transported to an extravagant Christmas carnival, there are plenty of great options. party? t a shared How abou

If you don’t have the money or resources to plan your own party or arrange exclusive hire, why not join a party and take some of the time and energy out of the organising. Shared parties are perfect for smaller companies as it instantly creates a fun festive atmosphere – a full room of people goes a long way towards getting the party started.

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THIS CHRISTMAS, WHY NOT TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT?

Make this year’s festive season something

whatever the winter weather. Our seasonal

special with a visit to Queensferry’s best

menu offers everything from traditional

kept secret – The Boat House restaurant.

Christmas favourites to stunning seafood and bistro classics.

Whether you’re planning something a bit different for this year’s office get-together

So, whether you’re organising an office

or a Christmas catch-up with friends over

party, looking to hire our stunning events

some food, maybe even a few cocktails along

room, booking a table for a Christmas treat

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or looking to dive into our New Year’s Day

the perfect spot.

Loony Dook brunch, give us a call.

Relax in our stylish and cosy surroundings

We’ll be more than happy to help make this

with an amazing seafront backdrop,

festive season an absolute cracker...

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Set in the heart of Edinburgh, we produce delicious Pakistani and Indian cuisine.

Join us for your Christmas event to enjoy exceptional food with friends, family or colleagues.

Christmas menu available from

ÂŁ21.95 per person Bring your own wine and beer

42 South Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1LL Tel: 0844 625 5938 Book your table online at

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MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM EVERYONE AT

LE MONDE Situated in the heart of Edinburgh, George Street, our newly refurbished venue is a magical place to celebrate Christmas!

With Festive dinners starting from £20.00, it’s the perfect place to celebrate your annual company Christmas party or a fun filled night with friends and family!

Additionally, we will also be offering Festive Afternoon Teas, Christmas Cocktail Masterclasses and Christmas Gift vouchers!

If you wish to book any of our Christmas packages, please contact our Events team on

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Try something different this festive season Experience the highest-quality Indian and Nepalese food right in the heart of Edinburgh Call now for more information or to book

0131 225 2832

25-27 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1BP • www.gurkhacafe.co.uk • info@gurkhacafe.co.uk

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Bubba Q serves up remarkable meats smoked on-site using hickory wood.

With delicious burgers, decadent desserts and craft beers also on the menu, Bubba Q is the place to be this Christmas.

Royal Mile

Edinburgh

www.bubbaq.cO.uk

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A Room in the West End & Teuchters Bars........... 8 Ashmaan, The.................................................... 32 Black Ivy........................................................... 25 Boat House, The................................................ 28 Boda Bars.......................................................... 22 Bombay Lounge................................................ 14 Britannia Spice.................................................. 21 Bubba Q............................................................ 32 Checkpoint........................................................ 11 Foundry 39.......................................................... 7 Genting Casino............................................ 20, 26 Gurkha Café & Restaurant................................. 31 Harvey Nichols ............................................ 9, 12 Indian Lounge................................................... 16 Kahani................................................................. 9 Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel.......................... 4 La Garrigue....................................................... 19 Le Monde.......................................................... 31 Magnum, The ............................................. 20, 27 Merienda. ‘ ............................................................ 5 Noodle n’ Rice ................................................ 23 Novotel Edinburgh Centre........................... 10, 20 Ox184............................................................... 10 Oxtail, The........................................................... 7 Pizza Posto........................................................ 30 Quattro Zero................................................. 3, 15 Roti................................................................... 29 Sabor Criollo..................................................... 19 Sheep Heid Inn, The.......................................... 18 Shezan Indian Restaurant.................................. 22 Smoke Stack...................................................... 15 Stair Arms.......................................................... 21 Tanjore................................................................ 6 Tapa.................................................................. 29 Voodoo Rooms, The.......................................... 24 Wedgwood the Restaurant............................. 3, 14 Wee Restaurant, The...................................... 2, 17

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