Episodes

  • Things have been a bit quiet here at Dishin' It over the past couple of months while I've been getting another passion project off the ground...


    I'm delighted to share that I have released my first children's rhyming picture book, 'Big Dog and the Home for Lost Hounds', which shares the story of a stray dog who's in search for a new home and place to fit in.


    Not fitting in can be scary and my first tale is set to show children that being different is your best asset. I was quizzed by Alan Parker on his ShmuFM show, Parker's Packed Lunch, to share the story behind the book and it's here for you to listen in.


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    About the book

    The dogs at the Home for Lost Hounds are puzzled when a peculiar dog moves into the rescue shelter. 


    Big Dog is large, lanky and he definitely doesn't fit in with the other dogs. Is there a place for a dog that doesn't fit in?


    You'll have to read his clumsy tale to find out.


    Grab your copy > https://bigdogstories.co.uk/products/presale-big-dog-and-the-home-for-lost-hounds


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  • The glasses are chilling, the ice is loaded and the shakers are primed - Aberdeen Cocktail Week is ready to be poured. Running from Wednesday 18 to Tuesday 24 October, the festival celebrating the local drinks scene and bar talent is back for it's second year.


    I catch up with festival organiser Gregor Sey, Scott Keith of Siberia Bar & Hotel and Milo Smith of the Old Workshop Bar join to fill me in on what to expect this year.


    Aberdeen Cocktail Week website: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/

    Find out where to drink during Aberdeen Cocktail Week: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/venues/

    Buy Aberdeen Cocktail Week Wristbands: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/wristbands/


    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. And for your monthly digest of food and drinks news from across North-east Scotland, sign-up to my Foodletter.


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  • North-east Scotland's 10-day food and drink festival is back for another year. This episode of Dishin' It Sides fills you in on everything to expect from this year's Provenance Festival.


    Find out what's on: https://www.provenancefestival.co.uk/events

    Check out the festival's event map: https://www.provenancefestival.co.uk/map

    https://www.provenancefestival.co.uk/


    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. And for your monthly digest of food and drinks news from across North-east Scotland, sign-up to my Foodletter.


    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • We’ve hit the big 3-0 people. Dishin’ It has recorded its 30th episode and what better way to celebrate than a food chat with the North-east’s very own Kilted Chef, Craig Wilson of Eat on the Green.


    Delving into Craig’s career to date, this is your episode to find out what Aberdeenshire’s Kilted Chef is all about.


    Businesses and accounts mentioned

    Isle of Harris GinThe Gin Bothy

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.


    For your monthly digest of food and drinks news from across North-east Scotland, sign-up to my Foodletter.


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  • A new doughnut shop is set to open in Aberdeen and I caught up with owner Stuart McPhee to find out what Dough & Co. has in store for the city.

    Follow Dough & Co. on Instagram, Facebook and find out more on its website.

    If you have a new product, opening or event you’d like to share on Dishin’ It Sides, email [email protected]


    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. And for your digest of local food highlights by email, subscribe to my Foodletter.


    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • Since featuring on the podcast back in 2021, Smoke and Soul has grown from strength to strength. Lindsay and Corey have expanded to take over the Six Degrees North building and have now launched a crowdfunding campaign to support their next chapter. 

    Support the Smoke and Soul crowdfunding campaign: https://www.smokeandsoul.co.uk/pages/crowdfunder Catch up with Lindsay’s podcast episode (episode 8): https://shows.acast.com/dishin-it/episodes/e8-smoke-and-soul-the-story-so-far Subscribe to my Foodletter for your monthly local food highlights: https://thefoodhoover.us19.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7f18270ee5ab15066ea4818fe&id=af17725d3d  

    If you have a new product, opening or event you’d like to share on Dishin’ It Sides, email [email protected]


    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.


    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • Aberdeen Restaurant Week (ARW) is back next week and here’s everything you need to know about the city’s foodie fortnight.


    In this episode I’m joined by Shona Byrne from festival organiser Aberdeen Inspired, Craig Thom from Faffless (one of this year’s participating restaurants) and some of this year’s event ambassadors.


    Check out the Aberdeen Restaurant Week restaurant guide.


    Find out more about Aberdeen Restaurant Week here.


    Find out more about Faffless and its ARW menu.


    If you have a new product, opening or event you’d like to share on Dishin’ It Sides, email [email protected]


    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.


    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • We went live people!!


    Still can't quite believe that I hosted my first ever live podcast last week. What a milestone!


    Bringing together a live studio audience and a panel of local food businesses, the conversation proved that Aberdeen is a city not to be scoffed at for sure.


    Joining me this episode:

    Kevin Dagleish, Amuse by Kevin DalgleishEve Smith, Fat BatchAlex and Ruth Grahame, Sugarbird Wines

    Businesses mentioned:

    Cafe Boheme (Aberdeen)Da Vinci (Aberdeen)Fettercairn Distillery (Fettercairn, Aberdeenshire)Gordon's Restaurant (Inverkeilor, Arbroath) Just Greek (Westburn Park, Aberdeen)Lochinver Larder (Lochinver, Lairg)Moonfish (Aberdeen)Mount (Aberdeen)Olive Alexanders (Aberdeen)Project Pizza (Aberdeen Beach)Roots (Aberdeen Beach)Rustico (Aberdeen)Travancore (Aberdeen)Yorokobi by CJ (Aberdeen)8848 (Aberdeen)

    Special thanks to:

    The ResidentX team for being the venue for the night and the endless supportStuart of Pirate Photography for all the AV supportThe cracking team at Highland Moss for supplying out jungle of houseplants for the nightAll you lovely listeners - without you guys, this would have never happened. Big loves!

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com.


    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • Dishin' It - the food podcast all about where to eat in Scotland - is going live at ResidentX on Thursday 6 July at 8pm.


    To find out more about the live podcast in Aberdeen and to book your free tickets, visit: https://bit.ly/dishin-it-live-july


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  • On this episode of Dishin’ It we delve into the power of mindset with Aberdeen fitness coach Bradley Boyd. Joining to share his personal fitness journey and weight struggles in the past, Bradley banishes fitness myths, health hacks and of course his dream food safari across Scotland. 


    Follow Bradley on Instagram 

    Visit Bradley’s website


    Businesses and accounts mentioned

    Corner Tree Cafe, AberdeenBuck’s Bar, GlasgowFazenda, EdinburghMarshall’s Farm Shop, Kintore, AberdeenshirePortsoy Ice Cream, Portsoy, Aberdeenshire

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.


    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • In this episode I’m joined by an OG of the Aberdeen podcasting scene as Ica Headlam of the Creative Me Podcast pulls up a chair to chat about food, his podcast and We Are Here Scotland.


    Listen to the Creative Me Podcast on Soundcloud. 

    Follow Ica on Instagram.

    Find out more about We Are Here Scotland.

    Visit the Big Up the Deen online shop.


    Businesses and accounts mentioned:

    Beautiful Mountain Cafe, Aberdeen (closed)Maggie’s Grill, AberdeenThe Pig’s Wings, AberdeenPost AberdeenTrellis, Newburgh (Aberdeenshire)Laura Aitchison, The Devil Wears Tartan

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.


    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • This is one for the record books. It’s a loaded episode of 17 food suggestions from all over Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and wider Scotland. And the culprit, Aberdeen food Instagrammer Nikki Eats The World.

      

    Follow Nikki on Instagram.


    Businesses and accounts mentioned:

    Almondine, Aberdeen and InverurieThe Big Feed, GlasgowBoozy Cow, EdinburghThe Braided Fig, AberdeenCafe Andaluz - AberdeenDishoom, EdinburghEl Cartel, EdinburghThe Fife Arms, Braemar, AberdeenshireFigment Coffee, Aberdeen Howies, EdinburghLaila Lunch and Brunch, EdinburghMaggie’s Grill, AberdeenMoonfish Cafe, AberdeenNinety-nine Bar and Kitchen, AberdeenResident X, AberdeenRoots, Aberdeen BeachStack & Still, GlasgowStew N Drew’s, HopemanBad Manners cookbookDocumenting my DinnerFoodie QuineTall Paul’s Food Life

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.


    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • Today’s episode is with Lisa Kennedy whose effortless enthusiasm oozes out as she chats with guests from all walks of life on her podcast The Braw and The Brave. We have a right good blether (Scottish word for chat) about her passions and of course, her favourite places to eat in Scotland. 

      

    Listen to The Braw and The Brave on Soundcloud. 


    Follow Lisa on Instagram.


    Businesses and accounts mentioned:

    Edinburgh Larder, EdinburghFalafel To Go, GlasgowMeze Meze, EdinburghSingle-end Cafe, GlasgowSilverbirch Garden Centre, Crossford

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.


    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • Dishin’ It - the food podcast all about where to eat in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Scotland - is back... and with a change of pace. 


    In this episode, I sit down with Natalia the owner of Wander & Graze. Talking all things business start-ups, woodfired pizza and how to make that party-perfect cheeseboard, this episode has no shortage of food inspiration.


    Businesses and accounts mentioned:

    Bannerman Butcher, Inverbervie, AberdeenshireThe Craftsman, AberdeenCullen Bay Hotel, Cullen, MorayThe Cult of Coffee, AberdeenFat Batch, Aberdeen From Bakery Lane, Inverurie, AberdeenshireIJ Mellis Cheesemongers - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St AndrewsMr Dun - Aberdee, Inverurie, The Boxes at ChapeltonNick Nairn St Nicholas Street at Hilton Garden Inn (closed)Ox & Finch, GlasgowRed Robin Records, AberdeenThe Tippling House, AberdeenTwo Raccoons, AberdeenVegan Bay Baker, Newburgh, Aberdeenshire

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.


    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • On this first bonus episode of Dishin’ It Sides - a series of short episodes sharing the latest food and drink developments in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire - I’m sharing the news of Aberdeen Cocktail Week.


    Head organiser Gregor Sey joins to keep us posted on what to expect from Aberdeen’s boozy week which lands Tuesday 18 October 2022.

    Buy your wristbands for Aberdeen Cocktail Week: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/ Find out which bars are taking part in Aberdeen Cocktail Week: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/venues/ Visit the Aberdeen Cocktail Week events calendar: https://aberdeencocktailweek.com/events/ 

    If you have a new product, opening or event you’d like to share on Dishin’ It Sides, email [email protected]


    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

     

    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • We’re half way through series three and in this episode I’m joined by The Kilted Coaches who shed light on health hacks, fitness tips and what’s keeping them busy on and off screen.


    About The Kilted Coaches

    Visit The Kilted Coaches website and follow on Instagram, Youtube and TikTokWatch Secret Body on BBC iPlayerWatch The Ultimate Scottish Workout on YoutubeBuy your copy of ‘How to stick to the damn plan’ by The Kilted Coaches

     

    Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories.


    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

     

    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • It’s all things doodles, colouring on this week’s episode as I’m joined by Scottish illustrator Johanna Basford whose adult colouring books and illustrations have captured the imaginations of people all over the world. Confessing to not having much of a food knowledge, Johanna certainly didn’t disappoint with her round-up of her must-dine locations and must-pack treats.


    Visit Johanna’s website and follow on Instagram.

     

    Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories.

     

    Businesses and accounts mentioned:

    Barra Berries, Old Meldrum, AberdeenshireCoffee Apothecary, Udny and Ellon, Aberdeenshire Fudge Like, AberdeenThe Oyster Shed, Isle of SkyeYatai, Aberdeen (closed)  

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

     

    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • On this episode of Dishin’ It, I’m speaking with Gelateria Manager Beata from Forest Farm who takes us behind the scenes of the organic dairy farm that is leading the way in Scotland.


    Visit the Forest Farm website and follow on Instagram and Facebook.

     

    Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories.


    Businesses and accounts mentioned:

    The Albannach, LochinverBerties Bar at The Fife Arms, BraemarCastleton Farm, Laurencekirk, AberdeehsireFigment Coffee, AberdeenGlenapp Castle, GirvanThe Gleneagles Hotel, AuchterarderRocpool Hotel, InvernessSeafood Ristorante, St AndrewsTrump Turnberry Hotel, Turnberry

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

     

    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • This week it’s all content, content and more content with food and travel content creator Megan Beaudry who joins to share her dream food trip in Aberdeen.


    Follow Megan’s journeys on Instagram and TikTok.

    Watch Megan’s hilarious Halloween mix-up.

     

    Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories.


    Businesses and accounts mentioned:

    Aberdam, Aberdeen Bar Below, Aberdeen Bar Ninety-nine, AberdeenCafe Boheme, Aberdeen  Eat on the Green, Udny Green, AberdeenshireEl Cartel, Edinburgh FreshMex, Aberdeen and EdinburghParx Cafe, AberdeenRichmond Street Deli, AberdeenSmoke and Soul, AberdeenYorokobi by CJ, Aberdeen

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

     

    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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  • Dishin’ It is back and in the first episode of series three, I catch up with Breer Pie Co., the answer to a hearty pie in North-east Scotland. 


    Owner Jodie joins to chat all things business, branding and community in today’s episode and of course shares plenty of food inspiration. Jodie also gives an update on how things are going with the brand’s newest venture, Brae at Chapelton.


    Get involved with the podcast and submit your food stories.


    Businesses and accounts mentioned

    Aberdeen Wellness & Reflexology (ABWR), AberdeenAberdeenshire Bee Co., Oldmeldrum, AberdeenshireAberdeenshire Highland Beef, Banchory, AberdeenshireAmy Britton, ScotlandBare, Ellon, AberdeenshireChapelton of Elsick, AberdeenshireThe Dores Inn, InvernessFigment Coffee, AberdeenFortyTwo Studio, Aberdeen   Ingram’s Pork, Ellon, Aberdeenshire  Juno General Store, GlasgowKeppleston Farm Shop, Bucksburn, AberdeenSea Salt & Soul, AberdeenThe Silver Darling, AberdeenSwedish Candle Logs, AberdeenTaymouth Marina, Kenmore, PerthshireTrellis, Newburgh, Aberdeenshire

    Follow my food escapades at thefoodhoover.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

     

    If you would like to show your support for the podcast, you can buy me a Ko-fi which all helps in the production of future episodes.


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