New! Taste of Edinburgh: Local Food Tour in Stockbridge

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About this activity

Explore Edinburgh's culinary landscape with a unique food tour led by a former restaurant owner and professional chef. This immersive experience takes you through up-and-coming Stockbridge, allowing you to savour three authentic Scottish dishes, Irn-Bru, award-winning local cheeses, and discover other hidden culinary gems.

During your leisurely walk, you'll also get a taste of Stockbridge’s history and cast of colorful characters. Ideal for food lovers and travelers seeking a deeper connection with Edinburgh’s history and gastronomy, this is a delightful journey through both flavors and stories. Each tour lasts 1.5 to 2 hours, leaving time after your tour for a nice walk down the Water of Lieth.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min – 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 5 people
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English
Operated by: New! Taste of Edinburgh: Local Food Tour in Stockbridge

Ages: Adults (16–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Meals: We will eat a number of dishes at Hectors, so there's enough food to feel you've had a proper lunch or dinner.
Included: Snacks: We will be tasting cheese, sweet treats, and Scottish classics.

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic beverages: Happy to talk you through a dram or two of whisky at our pub stop, but alcohol is not included in the price of the ticket.

Itinerary

Stockbridge Market

Passing by

We start in Stockbridge Market park.
Stop 2

10 min

A tour of Scottish cuisine wouldn't be complete without a taste of classic Scottish meat pie!
Stop 3

45 min

At this historic pub, we will taste haggis, neeps, & tatties, Irn Bru, and other classic Scottish dishes. We don't provide alcohol as part of the tour, but if you'd like to get a dram of whiksy, we can talk you through it.
Stop 4

10 min

Historically, Stockbridge and Dean Village were milling villages. Edinburgh has a long and proud history of producing incredible baked goods. We have a short list of great pastry places to stop.
George Mewes Cheese

15 min

Did you know Scotland makes award-winning cheeses? We work with both of the local cheese shops in Stockbridge: (1) George Mewes and (2) Mellis & Co. We will stop at one or both places to taste cheeses, highlighting the best of what is seasonally available, selecting the best cheeses, local charcuterie, and other Scottish treats.
Stockbridge

Passing by

These are some of the places we stop! We don't always stop at the same locations!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

There is a very small park near Water of Leith. If you can’t find it, google “Stockbridge Farmer’s Market”. That’s the spot! It’s hard to miss!

End point

Using your ticket

Please have your digital ticket on your phone so that your guide can review it prior to starting the tour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.