Food Reviews

Musa: Exchange Street, Aberdeen

I’VE never been a huge fan of those restaurants that offer to pair your food with an appropriate vintage of wine.
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Published: 17/05/2013 07:23:38

The Garlogie Inn: Westhill

I CONSIDER myself a dab hand in the kitchen, and, though I say so myself, I make a mean fish pie.
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Published: 17/05/2013 07:23:39

Tandoori Haven: Allardice Street, Stonehaven

IT WAS one of those moments when the contents of the fridge held no interest for us.
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Published: 17/05/2013 07:23:40

The Albyn: Albyn Place, Aberdeen

MANY people get the Monday blues. The weekend whizzes by and you find yourself yearning for just one more day off work.
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Published: 10/05/2013 05:55:18

Enigma: The Academy, Aberdeen

THE monthly market meant eating out spots in the area were out the door.
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Published: 10/05/2013 05:55:19

Crown Chip Shop: Lusylaw Road, Banff

ONE of my favourite reasons to visit my parents is my mum’s home cooking.
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Published: 10/05/2013 05:55:20

La Tasca Kitchen: Union Street, Aberdeen

IN THE absence of any sunshine arriving in the North-east, my sister and I headed to La Tasca Kitchen to catch some rays.
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Published: 03/05/2013 08:08:45

The Stag: Crown Street, Aberdeen

THEY say you should never return to the scene of the crime, but sometimes you have to bite the bullet.
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Published: 03/05/2013 08:09:54

Rishi’s Indian Aroma: George Street, Aberdeen

ONE of the best stages of furnishing a new flat is the designation of a dinner drawer.
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Published: 03/05/2013 08:09:53

Handmade Burger Co: Union Square, Aberdeen

THERE’S a degree of irony to popping out to buy a slow cooker on a whim then ending up eating fast food for your dinner.
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Published: 26/04/2013 06:08:21

Dizzy’s Bar and Restaurant: Carden Place, Aberdeen

WE’D heard good things about Dizzy’s so my best friend and I headed there for a blether and something to eat.
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Published: 26/04/2013 06:09:00

Low’s Traditional Fish and Chips: Westhill Shopping Centre

SOMETIMES, only a fish supper will do, and it’s amazing the lengths we’ll go to get a good one.
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Published: 26/04/2013 06:09:27

Bhan Thai: Rose Street, Aberdeen

DESPITE always being an adventurous eater, I was a pathetic late-comer to the world of Thai food.
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Published: 19/04/2013 11:43:24

The Illicit Still: Netherkirkgate, Aberdeen

THERE'S nothing more tempting than the thought of tucking into a hearty lunch – and the Illicit Still is the perfect place to grab some grub.
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Published: 19/04/2013 11:42:17

Monsoona: Bridge Street, Aberdeen

HEALTHY takeaway sounds like this rotund reviewer’s dream – but it’s too good to be true, right?
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Published: 19/04/2013 11:42:18

TGI Friday’s: Union Square, Aberdeen

THE last time I was in TGI Friday’s, my wife was wearing a balloon hat and having a very enthusiastic “Happy Birthday” sung to her by a team of beaming waiters.
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Published: 12/04/2013 11:10:12

Prezzo: Union Square, Aberdeen

WE’D spent so little time together recently, my fiance and I were beginning to feel like ships passing in the night.
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Published: 05/04/2013 07:50:45

Dulcia: Rosemount Place, Aberdeen

TRAYS of delicious-looking cupcakes tempt passers-by into this welcoming café in Aberdeen’s Rosemount and plenty of customers were snapping them up when we visited.
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Published: 05/04/2013 07:50:45

Culter Curry House: School Road, Peterculter

WITH a TV schedule featuring the second series of The Voice on one side and Ant and Dec on the other, what better excuse do I need to get a takeaway and settle down with a movie?
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Published: 05/04/2013 07:50:45

Tor Na Coille Hotel: Inchmarlo Road, Banchory

DO YOU remember when Sundays were for relaxing with family and not rushing around being good little consumers at the local shopping malls?
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Published: 29/03/2013 06:44:43

Filling Station: Union Street, Aberdeen

LOOKING to rest our legs and take refuge from the bitter cold, my daughter and I decided to try the Filling Station for a bite to eat.
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Published: 29/03/2013 06:44:46

Qismat 2: Hayton Road, Aberdeen

WHEN I found out I had an award-winning takeaway practically on my doorstep, it seemed just rude not to give it a try.
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Published: 29/03/2013 06:44:46

Yatai Izakaya: Langstane Place, Aberdeen

IT’S not often you get a second chance in life. Whether it’s the girl that got away or the job interview where you forgot to wear trousers, sometimes you never get an opportunity to set things right.
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Published: 22/03/2013 07:08:58

The Palm Court Hotel: Seafield Road, Aberdeen

SOMETIMES it’s best to stick with what you know. And after visiting the Palm Court many a time with my dad, it seemed like a nice and familiar place to have a catch up with two of my closest pals.
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Published: 22/03/2013 07:08:58

Gurkha Kitchen: George Street, Aberdeen

I’VE tried a few of the world’s great cuisines in my time, but Nepalese isn’t one of them.
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Published: 22/03/2013 07:08:59

Nazma Tandoori: Station Road, Ellon

CREATURES of habit that we are, my friends and I tend to return to the same few eateries time and again.
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Published: 15/03/2013 06:56:05

Cove Bay Hotel: Colsea Road, Cove

THE only reason I ever leave Cove Bay Hotel disappointed is because I have yet to catch a glimpse of Ruby Spark, former landlady – who according to legend still haunts the place.
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Published: 15/03/2013 06:56:07

Bon East: Clifton Road, Aberdeen

THERE’S nothing better than a cosy night in with a takeaway, a few beers and a DVD.
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Published: 15/03/2013 06:56:08

Sam’s Chinese Cuisine: King Street, Aberdeen

AFTER blubbing our way through almost three hours of Les Mis, my sister and I were in dire need of cheering up.
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Published: 08/03/2013 07:19:15

99 Bar & Kitchen: Back Wynd, Aberdeen

WHEN deciding on a place to eat, your surroundings can be as important as the food.
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Published: 08/03/2013 07:19:15

Mastrick Tandoori: Greenfern Place, Aberdeen

NOTHING beats a curry, especially if you’re hungry, so it was time to find a good one near my home.
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Published: 08/03/2013 07:19:16

Malmaison Aberdeen: Queen’s Road, Aberdeen

I’M A longtime fan of Malmaison hotels ... Mrs B and I love their funky, chilled atmosphere for a weekend retreat.
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Published: 01/03/2013 07:42:58

Society: Union Street, Aberdeen

A WHOLE day of driving had left me in no mood for cooking in my pokey flat.
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Published: 01/03/2013 07:42:59

Shalimar Express: King Street, Aberdeen

THERE’S nothing better than a night of watching boxing on the telly – with a take-away and a few cold beers.
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Published: 01/03/2013 07:42:59

Mi Amore Ristorante: Huntly Street, Aberdeen

MY LOVE affair began almost three years ago.
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Published: 22/02/2013 06:59:33

Mumbai Spice: Bridge Croft, Hillhead, Newtonhill

DON’T you love those bonus moments in life? Like when your better half calls to ask if you want a curry from the take-out on the A90 at Newtonhill since she’s passing.
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Published: 22/02/2013 06:59:34

Castleton Farm Cafe: Fordoun, Laurencekirk

WE FIRST discovered this welcoming farm shop and cafe as a spot to meet friends travelling up from Dundee.
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Published: 22/02/2013 06:59:34

Yo! Sushi: Bon Accord Centre, Aberdeen

THERE is a sharp divide that runs through the Begbie household
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Published: 15/02/2013 07:27:40

Murdo’s Bar: Cairncry Road, Aberdeen

SOMETIMES a gem can be found in the unlikeliest of places – such as near a busy shopping arcade in an out-of-town housing estate.
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Published: 15/02/2013 12:58:25

Amaya: Westhill Drive, Westhill

WHEN I told my fiance I would treat him to a take-out for his birthday there was no hesitation about where it would come from.
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Published: 15/02/2013 07:27:41

Rishi’s Indian Aroma: George Street, Aberdeen

SOMETIMES when the weather is so grey and rainy, you just long for that little bit of sunshine. And it’s something I never thought I would find on George Street in Aberdeen.
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Published: 08/02/2013 06:56:37

Royal China: North Deeside Road, Peterculter

AS UBIQUITOUS as Chinese takeaways are, I really struggle to find one that tickles my tastebuds.
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Published: 08/02/2013 06:56:38

Ghillies Lair: Great Southern Road, Aberdeen

AFTER an hour of food shopping, and with a boot packed with eats for the week ahead, going out for a meal wasn’t the most logical choice.
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Published: 08/02/2013 06:56:38

Bella Italia: Queen’s Links, Aberdeen

IN THE teeth of a howling gale, with the relentlessly fierce North Sea lashing the shore you couldn’t be further away from Mediterranean warmth.
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Published: 01/02/2013 07:12:32

Korova: Bridge Street, Aberdeen

I WOULDN’T say I was stingy as such – I prefer to think of it as spending impaired.
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Published: 01/02/2013 07:12:33

Man Yee: Menzies Road, Torry, Aberdeen

I LOVE finding a takeaway that has something different on the menu.
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Published: 01/02/2013 07:12:34

Granite Park: Golden Square, Aberdeen

YOU just can’t beat a hidden gem. Whether it’s a brilliant band no one else has heard of or a beautiful holiday spot that isn’t yet flooded with tourists, there’s nothing like finding something off the beaten track.
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Published: 25/01/2013 07:34:45

Northern Hotel: Great Northern Road, Aberdeen

MY COAT was on before I even said “yes, please”, when my husband suggested going out for supper.
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Published: 25/01/2013 07:34:46

Cornhill Fish Bar: Cornhill Shopping Parade, Aberdeen.

MOVING house and hauling furniture up stairs can really build up an appetite.
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Published: 25/01/2013 07:34:46

Nargile: Skene Street, Aberdeen

RIGHT about now I should probably be halfway through a fad diet to shed the extra Christmas pounds.
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Published: 18/01/2013 07:15:38

Rocksalt & Snails: St Swithin Street, Aberdeen

THE threat of heavy snow showers put a stop to a planned trip out of town for lunch.
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Published: 18/01/2013 07:15:39

The Nawaabs: Summer Street, Aberdeen

WHEN my best friend asked me to be her chief bridesmaid, I knew this year’s ‘get thin’ resolution would need to be serious.
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Published: 18/01/2013 07:15:39

Shri Bheema’s: Belmont Street, Aberdeen

THE first week of January is officially post-festive ghost town week when pubs are empty and restaurants deserted, right?
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Published: 11/01/2013 07:25:57

The Athenaeum: Union Street, Aberdeen

I’M RUBBISH at doing my weekly food shop, so when greeted with an inevitably sparse-looking kitchen cupboard, it seemed a great idea to treat myself and a friend to some grub at The Athenaeum.
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Published: 11/01/2013 07:25:57

Northfield Chinese Takeaway: Byron Square, Aberdeen

MOVING house is stressful enough without having to rustle up a meal as well.
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Published: 11/01/2013 07:25:57

Aperitivo: Bon Accord Street, Aberdeen

WHETHER I’m cooking Italian food or out at an Italian restaurant, I can never get enough of it.
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Published: 03/01/2013 10:12:03

The Justice Mill: Union Street, Aberdeen

IF THERE were any justice in the world, I wouldn’t have been splashed by cars five times waiting for traffic lights to change.
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Published: 03/01/2013 10:12:05

Jumbo Fish and Chips: North Deeside Road, Peterculter

IT WAS certainly the weather for fish.
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Published: 03/01/2013 10:12:05

Broadstraik Inn: Elrick, Westhill

I MIGHT be biased but I firmly believe my granny is one of the best cooks in the world.
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Published: 28/12/2012 07:01:54

Four Mile House: Old Skene Road, Kingswells

WHEN the rain’s pounding down outside and the sun has barely made an appearance, there’s nothing nicer than settling down by a welcoming fire for a tasty feed.
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Published: 28/12/2012 07:01:55

Pizza The Action: Redcloak Drive, Stonehaven

I TEND not to have my take out food delivered – if you collect you can have a cheeky pint, besides, no one can ever find our house.
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Published: 28/12/2012 07:01:57

Tandoori Haven: Allardyce Street, Stonehaven

NOT everything has to stop for Christmas you know ... especially when you’re looking for a slap-up curry feast.
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Published: 21/12/2012 07:02:52

Brig o’ Don: King Street, Aberdeen

AFTER an afternoon spent putting up the Christmas tree, cooking was way down the pecking order.
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Published: 21/12/2012 07:02:53

Big Wok: George Street, Aberdeen

WHEN our takeaway from Big Wok arrived more than an hour early, plans of relaxing with a Chinese and the Strictly semi-final went out the window.
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Published: 21/12/2012 07:02:53

The Tippling House: Belmont Street, Aberdeen

REMEMBER the rash of home improvement shows that were all the rage about 10 years ago?
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Published: 14/12/2012 07:23:06

Noose & Monkey: Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen

THE Noose and Monkey is named after an infamous Hartlepool legend, in which the Teesside townsfolk mistook a monkey for a Frenchman and hanged him.
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Published: 14/12/2012 07:23:07

Mike’s Fast Food: Menzies Road, Torry, Aberdeen

AFTER tackling my Christmas shopping list and battling my way around the busy shops in Aberdeen, I had worked up a real appetite.
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Published: 14/12/2012 07:23:08

Las Iguanas: Union Square, Aberdeen

THE unstoppable onslaught of Christmas is upon us, driven along by the soundtrack of cheesy festive hits of yesteryear.
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Published: 07/12/2012 07:22:01

Ma Cameron’s: Little Belmont Street, Aberdeen

AFTER a long, rainy walk home on the phone to my ma, I was in need of some home cooking.
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Published: 07/12/2012 07:22:03

Sabai: Union Street, Aberdeen

MAYBE I’m alone in this, but I’ve never been much of a fan of the festive season.
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Published: 30/11/2012 06:59:47

Siberia: Belmont Street, Aberdeen

ONE of my favourite things about eating at Siberia is the view of Union Terrace Gardens.
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Published: 30/11/2012 06:59:49

Fusion: Rousay Drive, Aberdeen

WHEN one of your best chums breaks her foot you really need to hop to it to cheer her up.
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Published: 30/11/2012 06:59:49

Bistro Verde: 59 The Green Aberdeen

SORTING out where to go for lunch is never an easy task, as my friends and I are a picky bunch and everyone’s requests have to be met.
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Published: 23/11/2012 09:32:10

Old School House: Little Belmont Street, Aberdeen

I WAS delighted by the countless pre-Christmas sales that were on in town last weekend – almost all my presents are bought. I’m not sure my other half felt quite as happy about being dragged around shop after shop – so to appease him I took him for a pub lunch.
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Published: 23/11/2012 09:32:11

Chung Hwa: Great Northern Road, Aberdeen

MY WIFE and I love a good takeaway meal deal.
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Published: 23/11/2012 09:33:02

Burnett Arms Hotel: 25 High Street, Banchory

A PLEASANT morning wandering the shops of lovely Deeside was capped off with a taste of tradition at this popular bar and restaurant.
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Published: 16/11/2012 10:48:19

Shezans: Unit 3, Jesmond Drive, Bridge of Don

WITH a new takeaway opening up just around the corner, it was never going to take long before it received a visit.
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Published: 16/11/2012 10:49:06

Nando’s: The Academy, Belmont Street, Aberdeen

WHEN your wee one is crushed with disappointment at a flight for a trip away cancelled until the next day, you need to pull out all the stops to cheer her up.
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Published: 09/11/2012 06:56:10

O’Neill’s: Back Wynd, Aberdeen

I’VE always been a last-minute kind of guy – and never more so than when it comes to Christmas shopping.
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Published: 09/11/2012 06:56:11

Domino’s: North Deeside Road, Cults

THE most complicated part of ordering from Domino’s is trying to get your head around the vast array of special offers and deals.
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Published: 09/11/2012 06:56:12

Cafe Bombay, North Deeside Road, Peterculter

I DON’T know about you, but sometimes the act of deciding what to order at an Indian restaurant can take almost as long as actually eating the food.
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Published: 02/11/2012 10:32:43

The Braided Fig, Summer Street, Aberdeen

WHEN my friends and I go out to eat, we always frequent the same places. So when the gang from university got together for lunch we decided to try somewhere different. Our pub of choice was the Braided Fig.
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Published: 02/11/2012 10:33:30

Meze House, Rose Street, Aberdeen

I’M never quite sure if I should be proud or ashamed of my packed basket of takeaway menus.
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Published: 02/11/2012 10:32:44

Frankie and Benny’s: Union Square, Aberdeen

I’M A firm believer that you can tell a lot about a restaurant from the state of its loos.
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Published: 26/10/2012 07:01:41

The Cocket Hat: North Anderson Drive, Aberdeen

FACING a 30-minute wait for a bus after a late shift at work, I decided to fill my rumbling stomach instead of standing in the cold and the rain.
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Published: 26/10/2012 07:01:42

New Taste: Brickfield Road, Stonehaven

YOU know you’re using your local take out too often when they start saying hello to you by name as soon as you call up with your order.
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Published: 26/10/2012 07:01:43

Ask: Union Square, Aberdeen

IF YOU don’t ask, you don’t get. So I was delighted when Mrs B said yes, when I asked if we could forget the food in the fridge at home and just eat out.
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Published: 19/10/2012 07:21:38

The Dutch Mill: Queen’s Road, Aberdeen

THEY say bad luck comes in threes, so after our boiler stopped working and then my boyfriend’s car broke down, we were wondering what next would go wrong.
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Published: 19/10/2012 07:21:39

The Bay Fish and Chips: The Beach Promenade, Stonehaven

AFTER a great night out in Edinburgh, we were craving some fast food.
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Published: 19/10/2012 07:21:39

Tropeiro: Golden Square, Aberdeen

WHENEVER vegetarians gather in one place, you can sometimes hear whispered murmurings of a terrifying hell on earth.
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Published: 12/10/2012 06:59:56

Old Mill Inn: South Deeside Road, Maryculter

HAVING lived away from home for more than six years now, I thought I might have come to terms with not getting my mum’s Sunday roasts any more.
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Published: 12/10/2012 06:59:57

Shahbaaz Tandoori: Rose Street, Aberdeen

I’VE always loved Indian food, but hate the inevitable washing up.
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Published: 12/10/2012 06:59:57

Pizza Hut: Union Square, Aberdeen

HAVE a bit of a problem with Pizza Hut ... whenever I think of the place it kick starts that song in my head that won’t stop.
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Published: 04/10/2012 14:30:25

Soul: Union Street, Aberdeen

CONFESSION, they say, is good for the soul. And I must confess my meal at Soul in the heart of Aberdeen’s city centre was packed full of luxury ingredients in a classy place.
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Published: 04/10/2012 14:30:27

Spice Mill: Grandholm Village, Aberdeen

AFTER helping my girlfriend’s parents move house, we decided to swap carrying out boxes for carrying out food.
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Published: 04/10/2012 14:30:28

Royal China: Barclay Street, Stonehaven

ONE of the great things about kids is that they help you relive your own childhood.
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Published: 28/09/2012 07:16:26

Sunset Boulevard: Beach Boulevard, Aberdeen

BOWLING, food and football – that’s a winning recipe for an enjoyable evening.
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Published: 28/09/2012 07:16:26

Masala Garden: Brighton Place, Peterculter

MY LIFE is divided into the lamb dopiaza years (1990-2000), the king prawn balti years (2000-2010) and lamb garlic chilli balti years (2010-present).
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Published: 28/09/2012 07:16:26

The Tolbooth Restaurant: The Old Pier, Stonehaven

AS FAR as locations for a seafood restaurant go, the Tolbooth in Stonehaven must rank up there with the best.
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Published: 21/09/2012 07:19:35

Raemoir Garden Centre Cafe: Raemoir Road, Banchory

I DON’T do any gardening due to one simple and inescapable fact ... I don’t have a garden.
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Published: 21/09/2012 07:19:36

Papa Johns: Great Northern Road, Aberdeen

AFTER several busy weekends where it seemed my front door had turned into one of the revolving variety, with visitors, unexpected guests and a party, it was nice to have a quiet night.
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Published: 21/09/2012 07:19:36

Kilmarnock Arms Hotel: Bridge Street, Cruden Bay

VIKINGS, vampires and very good food – it almost sounds like a crazy comic book or science fiction movie.
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Published: 14/09/2012 07:10:56

Old Blackfriars: Castlegate, Aberdeen

AFTER completing a weekend journey to England and back, my other half and I weren’t quite ready to cook.
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Published: 14/09/2012 07:10:57

Nu Spice: Allardice Street, Stonehaven

I KNOW it’s shallow – quality not quantity and all that – but it pleases me when the bag that holds your take out feels really heavy when you lift it.
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Published: 14/09/2012 07:10:58

The Cock & Bull: Ellon Road, Balmedie

THE reputation of The Cock & Bull is clearly far-reaching.
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Published: 07/09/2012 06:51:36

Triple Kirks: Schoolhill, Aberdeen

I CONSIDER myself a burger connoisseur. Embedded in my American roots is the know-how to recognise a quality pile of toppings, melted cheese and meat.
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Published: 07/09/2012 06:51:37

The New Blue Spice: Great Northern Road, Aberdeen

UNFORTUNATELY my cooking expertise goes little further than pouring hot water on to a Pot Noodle.
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Published: 07/09/2012 06:51:38

La Mangiatoia: Bridge Square, Ballater

AFTER years of passing that intriguing looking Mexican restaurant on the corner of Ballater’s main road I finally ventured in ... only to discover it was an Italian.
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Published: 31/08/2012 06:46:44

The Foundry: Holburn Street, Aberdeen

THERE’S not much worse than when the heavens open and you’ve left home without an umbrella.
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Published: 31/08/2012 06:46:43

East And West: Market Street, Ellon

EVERYONE agrees that a dark, windy night calls for comfort food.
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Published: 31/08/2012 06:46:43

Ciao Napoli: Bon Accord Crescent, Aberdeen

THIS time last year I took my girlfriend to Italy for the first time.
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Published: 27/08/2012 07:34:12

Cape Horn Lounge Bar: Mariner Hotel, Great Western Road

WITH my younger sister about to embark on a new career, I thought I’d treat her to some hearty food to celebrate.
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Published: 27/08/2012 07:34:12

Panda Valley: Rosemount Place, Aberdeen

PANDAS are a rare species – cuddly critters that only feast on sticks of bamboo.
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Published: 27/08/2012 07:34:13

Muchalls Bistro: Muchalls

IT’S NO secret that taxi drivers love to talk. But they actually do a lot of listening too.
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Published: 17/08/2012 11:12:13

Huntly Arms: Charlestown Road, Aboyne

THE Huntly Arms in Aboyne gives not just a generous portion of food, but a good helping of history too.
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Published: 17/08/2012 11:12:13

Wok Wok: 158 Crown Street, Aberdeen

MOVING house is a tiring lark, so what better way to round off a weekend of lifting and stair-climbing than with a takeaway?
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Published: 17/08/2012 11:12:52

Zizzi: Union Square, Aberdeen

WHAT better way to catch up with friends and introduce the new arrivals to the city than to take them out to dinner?
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Published: 10/08/2012 06:58:38

The Archibald Simpson: Castle Street, Aberdeen

THE fantastic array of beers on offer has always made The Archibald Simpson a favourite watering hole for me.
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Published: 10/08/2012 06:58:40

Mandarin: Westhill Industrial Estate, Westhill

MMMM sport. I love it – just about as much as I love takeaways.
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Published: 10/08/2012 06:58:41

Fusion: North Silver Street, Aberdeen

IT WOULD be nice to find a restaurant that you can always rely on.
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Published: 03/08/2012 06:58:41

Buchan Hotel: Bridge Street, Ellon

DON’T you just hate those days when you are in so much of a rush you can hardly stop to eat?
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Published: 03/08/2012 06:58:42

China Town: Gordon Street, Huntly

AFTER a busy day at work and a long drive to visit a friend in Huntly I was pretty ravenous.
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Published: 03/08/2012 06:58:43

China Town: Dee Street, Aberdeen

IN RECENT months I’ve ramped up my passion for Chinese food.
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Published: 27/07/2012 06:55:28

Amicus Apple: Langstane Place, Aberdeen

MY FRIENDS and I usually visit Amicus Apple for their delicious range of cocktails but after meeting up for a catch-up over lunch we’ve decided we like the food there just as much.
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Published: 27/07/2012 06:55:28

Moonlight Indian Fusion: Balmellie Street, Turriff

AS THE old song says “oooh, what a little moonlight can do”.
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Published: 27/07/2012 06:55:29

Casa Salvatore: Station Road, Ellon

DESPITE being a city girl through-and-through, I’ve always been jealous of my pal’s lovely country place in the back roads of Ellon.
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Published: 20/07/2012 06:55:19

Illicit Still: Netherkirkgate, Aberdeen

THERE’S nothing like a show and dinner to brighten up a dreary Monday evening.
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Published: 20/07/2012 06:55:21

Taste of China: Skateraw Road, Newtonhill

NEWTONHILL has its charms ... but a hub of fine Far Eastern cuisine isn’t one that immediately leaps to mind.
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Published: 20/07/2012 06:55:21

Chiquitos: Union Square, Aberdeen

WITH the grey, rainy weather that’s been gracing the North-east for what seems like forever and no holidays abroad on the horizon, my boyfriend and I were beginning to crave some sunshine.
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Published: 13/07/2012 07:26:17

Buckie Farm: The Parkway, Danestone

I’VE lived in my new home for a while now – yet I still hadn’t tried the food at my local pub.
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Published: 12/07/2012 10:10:06

Domino’s Pizza: Wellington Road, Aberdeen

HAVING stuck to a low-calorie diet for weeks I was craving carbs.
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Published: 13/07/2012 07:26:18

Max’s Classic Italian: Ashdale Drive, Westhill

NEW signs for Westhill welcome you to a “global centre of excellence for subsea engineering”.
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Published: 06/07/2012 08:00:23

McGinty’s: Union Street, Aberdeen

AFTER taking part in the Race for Life on Sunday, I decided to treat myself and the boy to a pub tea.
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Published: 06/07/2012 08:00:23

Greenfern Chinese Takeaway: Greenfern Road, Aberdeen

MY PAL Tracey recently became a first-time nana and was watching the Golden Child for the first time – and I couldn’t help but get in on the act.
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Published: 06/07/2012 08:00:24

Jewel in the Crown: Crown Street, Aberdeen

THE problem with swapping tips on top curry houses in a busy pub is the risk of mishearing the name of a place because of the hubbub in the bar.
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Published: 29/06/2012 07:57:26

Cullen Bay Hotel: Cullen

CULLEN skink is clearly one of the greatest inventions in the western world.
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Published: 29/06/2012 07:57:27

Ruby Chinese and Thai: Cornhill Road, Aberdeen

TUCKED alongside a thriving residential area and right across from the busy hospital, it’s little wonder this little takeaway does such a roaring trade.
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Published: 29/06/2012 07:57:28

The Fife Arms: The Square, Turriff

AMATEUR theatre is brilliant fun, but performing six shows over five days can be hungry work.
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Published: 22/06/2012 07:17:45

Kintore Arms Inn: The Square, Kintore

EVERY good local pub should be at the heart of its community and the Kintore Arms takes that to extremes.
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Published: 22/06/2012 07:17:47

Thai Cottage: Rose Street, Aberdeen

THE cooker is an unwelcome sight at my house on Friday nights.
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Published: 22/06/2012 07:17:47

Spice of Life: Market Place, Inverurie

DROPPING off someone at the airport is all very well ... but it does leave you hungry for travelling to an exotic location.
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Published: 15/06/2012 07:20:08

Revolution: Belmont Street, Aberdeen

AS THE Beatles crooned: “You say you want a revolution, well you know we all want to change the world.”
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Published: 15/06/2012 07:20:09

Fusion: Holburn Street, Aberdeen

AFTER the ultimate lazy Sunday morning, it was only right we kept with the doing-as-little-as-possible theme.
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Published: 15/06/2012 07:20:43

Spur Steak & Grill: Union Square, Aberdeen

I USED to pick a restaurant based on the number of accolades it managed to rack up and if you could book a table for 9pm.
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Published: 08/06/2012 07:27:43

The Ploughman: North Deeside Road, Peterculter

IF NOTHING else, The Ploughman offers a great vantage point for seeing the Olympic Torch go past next week – banners outside say so.
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Published: 08/06/2012 07:27:43

Blue Moon: Holburn Street, Aberdeen

WITH my summer break still a few weeks off, I thought it was only right to treat myself before the diet kicks in.
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Published: 08/06/2012 07:27:44

Carmine’s Pizza & Pasta: Union Terrace, Aberdeen

ALL good restaurants aim to welcome customers and make them feel at home.
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Published: 01/06/2012 07:28:22

The Cults Hotel: North Deeside Road, Aberdeen

ON THE way back home after enjoying a day in the sunshine, lethargy got the better of us and we decided to give cooking a miss.
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Published: 01/06/2012 07:28:23

Hass’s Fish & Chips: Holburn Street, Aberdeen

WHILE most people were enjoying barbecues in the sun last weekend, I was helping my boyfriend move in to Aberdeen.
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Published: 01/06/2012 07:28:24

Little Italy: Holburn Street, Aberdeen

GONE are the days when you’d find me dancing on the tables at Little Italy.
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Published: 25/05/2012 07:10:54

Cheers Bar: The Square, Huntly

I AM always early – for appointments, meetings, dinners ...
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Published: 25/05/2012 07:10:55

Springroll: Glenbervie Road, Aberdeen

WITH a weekend spent at work, I thought it was time to reward myself.
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Published: 25/05/2012 07:10:55

Cafe Boheme: Windmill Brae, Aberdeen

THERE are some people on earth who are just here to make the rest of us look bad.
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Published: 18/05/2012 07:16:13

The Gordon Highlander: West High Street, Inverurie

TIME to start with a confession. In 15 years either working or living in and around Inverurie, I’d never set foot inside the art-deco style, 1930s building that’s now home to The Gordon Highlander.
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Published: 18/05/2012 07:16:14

Piccolo Pizza: Bon Accord Terrace, Aberdeen

YOU know how it is when a friend you haven’t seen in ages drops by.
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Published: 18/05/2012 07:16:14

Amaya: Unit 2, Westhill Drive

ANT and Dec, fish and chips, salt and pepper, Wallace and Gromit ... Some things are just meant to go together.
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Published: 11/05/2012 07:27:42

Slains Castle: Belmont Street, Aberdeen

NO ONE could accuse Slains Castle of underplaying their spooky theme.
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Published: 11/05/2012 07:27:44

Oriental: South Mount Street, Rosemount, Aberdeen

SOMETIMES you just need to have a good old catch-up with an old friend.
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Published: 11/05/2012 07:27:44

Bistro La Bonne: Correction Wynd, Aberdeen

AS A picky eater, it’s often difficult to find a restaurant with the right “je ne sais quoi”.
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Published: 04/05/2012 09:30:23

Balmoral Pub: 1 Netherly Place, Ballater

RUNNING the Balmoral 10k left me frankly delirious with hunger and a handful of re-energising jelly beans at the end just wasn’t going to cut it.
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Published: 04/05/2012 09:29:52

Slow Boat: 138 Hardgate, Aberdeen

WHEN you’re in a hurry to put food on the table, the Slow Boat might not sound like the best bet for a quick turnaround.
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Published: 04/05/2012 09:29:52

Porterhouse Restaurant: Thainstone Centre, Inverurie

WORD to the wise – informing your wife that you’re taking her for a romantic dinner at a cattle market doesn’t always illicit the desired effect.
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Published: 27/04/2012 07:25:34

Morris’s Hotel: The Square, Oldmeldrum

IN BETWEEN the school run near Turriff and ballet classes in Oldmeldrum, my daughter and I were caught out.
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Published: 27/04/2012 07:25:34

Bhan Thai: 21 Rose Street, Aberdeen

AFTER a busy evening babysitting, it was time for a much-deserved takeaway to re-energise.
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Published: 27/04/2012 07:25:35

The Albyn Restaurant: Albyn Place, Aberdeen

WITH my other half back in Aberdeen for more than a week already, it seemed about time to celebrate.
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Published: 20/04/2012 07:18:58

The Wild Boar: Belmont Street, Aberdeen

I AM not much of a football fan, but even I hit the pub to watch the Dons’ Scottish Cup semi-final match.
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Published: 20/04/2012 07:18:59

Chop Chop Express: Elphinstone Road, Port Elphinstone, Inverurie

CAR trouble, alarm clock malfunction ... bad things are supposed to come in threes.
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Published: 20/04/2012 07:18:59

Mango Pickle: Union Street, Aberdeen

MANGO Pickle is the new kid in town, launched by a celebrity chef in a blaze of publicity.
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Published: 12/04/2012 14:09:39

The Kildrummy Inn: Kildrummy, Alford

AFTER those few hot days earlier this month, I was fooled into thinking we’d skipped spring and gone right into summer.
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Published: 12/04/2012 14:09:41

Pizza Roma: Market Place, Inverurie

WITH a growing brood, a trip to a restaurant can be akin to an expedition.
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Published: 12/04/2012 14:09:41

The Stage Door Restaurant: North Silver Street, Aberdeen

WHILE it’s not something I often say, it was a relief to see the Stage Door Restaurant thronging with diners.
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Published: 06/04/2012 07:19:44

99 Bar & Kitchen: Back Wynd, Aberdeen

AFTER trudging around the shops trying to find a gift for a woman who has everything my feet were in need of a rest.
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Published: 06/04/2012 07:19:45

Cinnamon at Home: High Street, Turriff

WHEN it comes to curry houses, I’ve been spoiled. With a childhood split between homes – one in the Far East and the other close to East London’s famous Brick Lane – I’ve had some of the best Asian cuisine on the planet. So I’m a hard cookie to please.
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Published: 06/04/2012 07:19:45

Wagamama: Union Square, Aberdeen

SOMETIMES you have to use your noodle to find a place to eat that will keep everyone in the family happy.
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Published: 30/03/2012 07:13:50

Pittodrie House Hotel: Chapel of Garioch, Inverurie

WHEN I promised my dad a quick bite for lunch, he hadn’t quite bargained for the treat in store.
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Published: 30/03/2012 07:13:49

Jewel in the Crown: 145 Crown Street, Aberdeen

WHEN we lived in the city centre, Jewel in the Crown was only a stone’s throw from our flat so it became our default takeaway.
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Published: 30/03/2012 07:13:49

Ferryhill House Hotel: Bon Accord Street, Aberdeen

SITTING in the restaurant at Ferryhill House Hotel watching the sun set was fittingly romantic.
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Published: 23/03/2012 06:58:24

Cross Keys: Back Street, Peterhead

WHEN it comes to pub grub, sometimes all you’re after is a really good burger.
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Published: 23/03/2012 06:58:25

Eagle May: Hardgate Aberdeen

WE NEED little excuse to return to this dependable Chinese which hasn’t let us down yet.
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Published: 23/03/2012 06:58:26

Yorokobi by CJ: Huntly Street, Aberdeen

WHEN my dad came to visit all the way from my home town in California, I knew just the place to take him.
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Published: 16/03/2012 07:36:55

The Three Lums: Lewis Road, Sheddocksley

TO MARK my mum and dad’s 50th anniversary, I thought I would treat them to lunch.
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Published: 16/03/2012 07:36:56

Low’s Traditional Fish and Chips: Westhill Shopping Centre, Old Skene Road

GRANNIES are renowned for spoiling their grandchildren and mine is guiltier of this than anyone.
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Published: 16/03/2012 07:36:56

The Manchurian: Causewayend, Aberdeen

IT HAS always intrigued me that in the heart of grey old Aberdeen there is a building more suited to downtown Beijing.
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Published: 09/03/2012 07:20:28

The Aul’ Fife: Low Street, Banff

RETURNING to my home town to visit my parents, I took my other half to sample what had been my first ever local pub.
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Published: 09/03/2012 07:20:29

Currymount: Rosemount Place, Aberdeen

AFTER an exhausting gym session, neither hubby or I had the energy to cook. And with our tummies rumbling, there was only one choice – takeaway.
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Published: 09/03/2012 07:20:29

Cafe Rouge: Bon Accord Centre, Aberdeen

WHEN the news broke about Cafe Rouge coming to Aberdeen there would have been few people more excited than my other half and me.
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Published: 02/03/2012 07:31:25

The Ship Inn: Shorehead, Stonehaven

THERE’S nothing quite like catching up with your best friend over a glass of wine and a great meal.
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Published: 02/03/2012 07:31:25

West End Tandoori: Ashvale Place, Aberdeen

ONE of the disadvantages of living out in the sticks is the limited number of takeaways.
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Published: 02/03/2012 07:31:26

Moonfish: 9 Correction Wynd, Aberdeen

NEXT time I go to Moonfish – and there will be a next time – I’m going to do it at the height of summer.
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Published: 24/02/2012 07:00:52

Scott Skinner’s: North Deeside Road, Banchory

IT’S always a rare treat to be sat around a coal fire catching up with my friends ... even better when good food is involved.
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Published: 24/02/2012 07:00:52

Bon East: Clifton Road, Aberdeen

AFTER nearly five hours on the road, cooking was the last thing on my mind.
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Published: 24/02/2012 07:00:52

Chao Phraya: Blaikies Quay, Aberdeen

APPEARANCES can be deceptive. It’s the saying that bagged me a wife despite my physical disadvantages, and it applies equally to this incongruous little Thai restaurant.
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Published: 17/02/2012 07:18:51

The Prince of Wales: St Nicholas Lane, Aberdeen

IT WASN’T exactly what I had in mind for a Valentine’s Day outing, but the Prince of Wales certainly didn’t disappoint.
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Published: 17/02/2012 07:18:52

Dil Se: Unit 8, The Green, Berrymuir Road, Portlethen

A FAMILY celebration was all the excuse I needed to call for a takeaway.
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Published: 17/02/2012 07:19:13

Giraffe: Union Square, Aberdeen

YOU know that old saying about “jack of all trades, master of none”? It’s wrong.
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Published: 10/02/2012 06:57:53

The Bieldside Inn: North Deeside Road, Bieldside

MY ONGOING quest to find a pub in the North-east that does an outstanding Sunday lunch took me to the Bieldside Inn.
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Published: 10/02/2012 06:57:53

Manzil: King Street, Aberdeen

A NIGHT on the town or collapse on the couch with a DVD and a takeaway?
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Published: 10/02/2012 06:57:54

Yu: Union Street, Aberdeen

THE Chinese New Year has kicked off ... so welcome to the Year of the Dragon.
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Published: 03/02/2012 07:24:19

Edwards Bar: West High Street, Inverurie

ANYONE who knows me knows that I have a really bad sense of direction.
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Published: 03/02/2012 07:24:20

Khyber Pass: Spital, Aberdeen

WITH a new nipper recently arrived there is little time for whipping up anything other than baby food.
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Published: 03/02/2012 07:24:21

The Courtyard: Alford Lane, Aberdeen

IT’S undeniable chefs – sorry, “molecular gastronomists” – like Heston Blumenthal have had a profound impact on the fine dining scene.
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Published: 27/01/2012 07:18:34

Enigma: The Academy, Aberdeen

AFTER three weeks of post-New Year detox, the other half and I decided it was time to treat ourselves to a Sunday pub lunch.
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Published: 27/01/2012 07:18:35

Szechuan: Unit 1, The Green Portlethen

‘LESS is more’ is one of the great acting principles ... but it can apply to food, too.
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Published: 27/01/2012 07:18:36

Monsoona: Bridge Street, Aberdeen

AS ANYONE who has even glanced at the Evening Express restaurant reviews before knows, I like curry.
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Published: 20/01/2012 07:25:02

The Globe: North Silver Street, Aberdeen

OUR bank balance means globe-trotting is definitely out of the question.
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Published: 20/01/2012 07:25:03

Dee Garden: North Deeside Road, Peterculter

IT’S the same old story.
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Published: 20/01/2012 07:25:03

Royal China: North Deeside Road, Peterculter

NOW when it comes to Chinese food I quite like Banquet Menu A but I also like Banquet Menu B. There’s only one way to settle this ... fight!
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Published: 13/01/2012 06:59:57

Simpson’s: Queen’s Road, Aberdeen

I DO it every January – fail to stick to my New Year’s resolution to get fit. But this year would be different.
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Published: 13/01/2012 07:53:38

Spiceation: Great Northern Road, Aberdeen

I’M USUALLY wary of places that cook curry, pizza and fish and chips – Jack-of-all-trades-style takeaways.
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Published: 13/01/2012 07:25:38

Cinnamon: Union Street, Aberdeen

TIRED of leftover turkey and stuffing, I couldn’t wait to try something completely different.
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Published: 06/01/2012 07:49:45

The Red Star Inn: Kirkton of Skene

I’D USE one word to sum up the Red Star Inn. Simple.
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Published: 06/01/2012 07:49:47

Chao Phraya: Salvesen Tower, Blaikies Quay, Aberdeen

I FEEL Thai cuisine often gets short shrift, being seen as the poor cousin to Indian or Chinese food.
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Published: 06/01/2012 07:49:47

The Creel Inn: Catterline, Stonehaven

AS WE drew up to the clifftop Creel Inn, the first dusting of snow had arrived – in stark contrast to the red soil of the Mearns.
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Published: 16/12/2011 08:07:27

The Noose & Monkey: Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen

WHEN the chance finally came to leave the house, without getting blown away in the recent storms, I decided to grab some good old does-what-it-says-on-the-tin pub grub.
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Published: 16/12/2011 08:07:28

Baburchee: Chapel Street, Aberdeen

I DON’T enjoy getting mail – it’s never anything good.
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Published: 16/12/2011 08:07:29

The Silver Darling: Pocra Quay, Aberdeen

THE Silver Darling has a reputation for being an excellent – if expensive – seafood restaurant.
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Published: 09/12/2011 07:32:39

The Athenaeum: Union Street, Aberdeen

I’VE nothing against pub grub, it’s just more often than not I come away slightly underwhelmed.
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Published: 09/12/2011 07:32:40

Chopsticks Inn: Redcloak Drive, Stonehaven

EVERYONE knows the feeling ... it’s been a hectic weekend of visiting family, nights out with friends and another round of Christmas shopping.
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Published: 09/12/2011 07:32:41

Paula McEwen: Great Western Road, Aberdeen

A GOOD rule of thumb is to take things you read on the internet with a grain of salt.
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Published: 02/12/2011 07:20:45

The Lemon Tree: West North Street, Aberdeen

BURGERS are the rock ‘n’ roll of the food world ... it’s all fast and furious and over in a matter of minutes.
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Published: 02/12/2011 07:20:46

Happy Uncle: North Deeside Road, Aberdeen

HEADING home after a long day at work, both myself and my boyfriend were in the mood for a tasty treat.
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Published: 02/12/2011 07:20:46

The Nawaabs: Summer Street, Aberdeen

WITH our bank account still reeling from our recent wedding, the number of meals out has taken a hit.
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Published: 25/11/2011 07:17:14

The Crown Hotel: Inverbervie

ONE of the great joys is when your other half agrees to forget the food that’s in the fridge and go for “an adventure” instead.
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Published: 25/11/2011 07:17:15

Jade Garden: Ellon Road, Bridge of Don

DRIVING around town I often make a mental list of all the takeaways I haven’t tried yet.
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Published: 25/11/2011 07:17:15

Jimmy Chung’s: Beach Esplanade, Aberdeen

THE last time I passed Jimmy Chung’s at the Beach, folk were queuing out the door.
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Published: 17/11/2011 13:46:51

Broadstraik Inn: Elrick, Westhill

AUTUMN colours may still be clinging to the trees, but the hubby and I were on the hunt for some winter comfort food when we slipped inside the Broadstraik Inn.
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Published: 17/11/2011 13:46:52

Gurkha Chef: Palmerston Road, Aberdeen

WELL bung me in a wig and call me Joanna Lumley, I’ve got myself a new campaign.
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Published: 17/11/2011 13:46:53

Cafe 52: The Green, Aberdeen

YOU just have to follow your nose to find Cafe 52, which wafts out fragrant spices through its bamboo-filled courtyard.
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Published: 11/11/2011 06:58:51

The Braided Fig: Summer Street, Aberdeen

I’VE been to dinner in many places that are gimmicked up to the eyeballs to hide terrible cooking.
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Published: 11/11/2011 06:58:52

Ho Lok: North Deeside Road, Peterculter

SINCE moving out to the countryside (well Culter – I’m a city boy so that’s the countryside to me) we’ve been slowly building up a new address book of takeaways.
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Published: 11/11/2011 06:58:53

Light of Bengal: 13 Rose Street, Aberdeen

AFTER a few drinks to bid a fond farewell to an old colleague, my friend suggested we round off the evening with a nice meal.
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Published: 04/11/2011 07:08:32

Garlogie Inn: Westhill

WITH such famous former diners as Liam Gallagher and Kirstie and Phil from the property programmes, it was about time the Groundwaters graced the Garlogie with our presence once more.
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Published: 04/11/2011 07:08:33

New Hong Kong: Auchmill Road, Aberdeen

DILEMMA. Transform my son into Amy Winehouse for a Halloween party or cook supper? Hmm. Time to dive into my takeaway menu box.
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Published: 04/11/2011 07:08:33

Konnichi: The Academy, Belmont Street, Aberdeen

THE night had been a mad rush against time but coming into the quiet calm of Konnichi Bar and Restaurant I felt the stress instantly lift.
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Published: 28/10/2011 07:17:52

Mains of Balquharn: Badentoy Road, Portlethen

I HAD two options, I could join the hunter-gatherers roaming the supermarket aisles in search of food or head to the pub for some tasty grub. The choice was simple. The pub.
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Published: 28/10/2011 07:17:52

Cafe Bombay: North Deeside Road, Peterculter

YOU know the feeling. It’s Sunday, the wife can’t be bothered cooking and, after being dragged around the shops all day, there’s no way you’re doing it.
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Published: 28/10/2011 07:17:52

Sam’s: King Street, Aberdeen

WHEN it comes to going out for a meal, I like to get to my venue in plenty of time. I hate to rush.
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Published: 21/10/2011 07:26:44

The Old Mill Inn: Maryculter

THERE comes a time in everyone’s mid-20s when they have a third-life crisis and rebel, doing things different just for the sake of it (albeit in the most mundane way possible).
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Published: 21/10/2011 07:26:45

Gurkha Kitchen: George Street, Aberdeen

HAVING no experience of Nepalese cuisine, it was with a mixture of curiosity and anticipation we leafed through the Gurkha Kitchen menu.
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Published: 21/10/2011 07:26:45

Atholl Hotel: King’s Gate, Aberdeen

IT MUST be a function of getting older, but these days I like more and more things “old school”.
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Published: 14/10/2011 08:02:39

Shepherd’s Rest: Straik Road, Westhill

SOMETIMES when you’re looking for a bite to eat, you want the kind of place where you can sit back, chill out and have a good chat with your mates. The Shepherd’s Rest in Westhill is that kind of place.
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Published: 14/10/2011 08:02:18

Sanremo: Union Grove, Aberdeen

AT THIS time of year I wave goodbye to my Saturday night social life. With the start of Strictly and X Factor’s live shows, the only time I intended leaving the telly was to answer the door to the Sanremo delivery man.
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Published: 14/10/2011 08:02:40

Fourmile House: Old Skene Road, Kingswells

WHEN my friend suggested the Fourmile House for dinner, I was keen to see if it had changed for the better since my last visit.
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Published: 07/10/2011 07:54:31

The Office: Crown Street, Aberdeen

I’M NOT the biggest Robert Burns fan, but even I have to admit, when he’s right, he’s right.
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Published: 07/10/2011 07:54:31

Chung Hwa: Great Northern Road, Aberdeen

I WOULD never want to add any credence to the myth Aberdonians are a bit stingy. However, we do love a bargain.
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Published: 07/10/2011 07:54:32

The Spice Mill: Grandholm Crescent, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen

I’M NOT particularly fond of this time of year. The leaves turn brown, the nights draw in and there’s a definite nip in the air.
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Published: 30/09/2011 07:08:11

Northern Bar: George Street, Aberdeen

MOVING back to your old stomping ground can provide some definite benefits. For a start, you know where to find the best takeaways, shops and, most importantly, pubs.
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Published: 30/09/2011 07:08:12

New Taste: Brickfield Road, Stonehaven

WE HAVE a ritual in our house on a Friday night.
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Published: 30/09/2011 07:08:13

Sabai: Union Street, Aberdeen

A NIGHT out on the town with old friends has to be one of my favourite things.
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Published: 23/09/2011 07:01:18

The Bervie Chipper: Cowgate, Inverbervie

A CHIP shop sitting right next to the North Sea means one thing, doesn’t it? Fish suppers all round.
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Published: 23/09/2011 07:01:20

Wok Wok: Crown Street, Aberdeen

WITH a burst pipe in my flat and half a floor missing in the kitchen, attempting to cook dinner for my better half was nigh on impossible.
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Published: 23/09/2011 07:01:20

Chiquito: Queen’s Links Leisure Park, Aberdeen

YOU know that feeling when you go into a restaurant, order drinks, look at the menu then realise it’s all a bit grim – from the community centre cafe atmosphere to the waiter who speaks no English at all – so it’s better to leave?
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Published: 16/09/2011 07:13:36

Siberia: Belmont Street, Aberdeen

AS RELAXED city centre pubs go, Siberia has always been a favourite of mine for after-work grub.
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Published: 16/09/2011 07:13:38

Jumbo Fish and Chips: 319 North Deeside Road, Peterculter

CELEBRITY MasterChef has a lot to answer for...
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Published: 16/09/2011 07:13:39

1906 at HMT: His Majesty’s Theatre, Rosemount viaduct, Aberdeen

HIS Majesty’s Theatre knows how to stage a good production – there’s no question about that.
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Published: 09/09/2011 07:10:14

Old Blackfriars: Castle Street, Aberdeen

WHEN it comes to eating out for Sunday lunch, there’s no better place than a traditional pub like Old Blackfriars.
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Published: 09/09/2011 07:10:15

Mumbai Spice: Bridge Croft, Hillhead, Newtonhill

INDIAN food doesn’t qualify as fast food ... unless it comes from a wee restaurant right beside the A90, I suppose.
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Published: 09/09/2011 07:10:15

Restaurant 21: Market Street, Aberdeen

IT’S been a while since we last visited Restaurant 21 in Aberdeen.
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Published: 02/09/2011 07:29:17

The Redgarth: Kirk Brae, Oldmeldrum

WITH the nights drawing in and a definite autumnal chill in the air, I was feeling the need for some comfort food.
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Published: 02/09/2011 07:29:18

K2 Curry House

WITH an accountant girlfriend, I always try to find the best deals – although that’s not to say I stick to them.
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Published: 02/09/2011 07:29:18

Currymount: Rosemount Place, Aberdeen

AFTER an exhausting gym session, neither hubby or I had the energy to cook. And with our tummies rumbling, there was only one choice – takeaway.
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Published: 09/03/2012 07:20:29

The Cock & Bull: Ellon Road, Balmedie

DON’T be fooled by the name – The Cock & Bull restaurant is every bit the real deal.
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Published: 26/08/2011 06:59:54

Soul Bar: Union Street, Aberdeen

WHEN it comes to dining out, I pride myself on being very open-minded and adventurous.
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Published: 26/08/2011 06:59:55

Peony House: North Donside Road, Aberdeen

I STARTED off Friday with the best of intentions.
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Published: 26/08/2011 06:59:55

Nando’s: Union Square, Aberdeen

NANDO’S has become an institution for my group of friends since it opened last year.
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Published: 19/08/2011 07:17:03

The Athenaeum: Union Street, Aberdeen

MARRIED life is full of little trade-offs – as in: “Okay, I’ll go and see Bridesmaids if you come with me for Japanese food first.”
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Published: 19/08/2011 07:17:05

Sunflower Garden: Main Street, Pitmedden

AFTER a day of gardening, golfing and tending to the needs of a newborn baby, a quick and easy dining solution was called for.
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Published: 19/08/2011 07:17:06

Mi Amore: Huntly Street, Aberdeen

SET-PRICE menus tend to make me concerned.
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Published: 12/08/2011 07:14:56

Dobbies: New Park Farm, White Myres, Lang Stracht, Aberdeen

I HAVE discovered that visiting garden centres can be habit forming – and we don’t even have a garden – it’s the food you see. We’ve found they do good food at not bad prices with the chance to do a bit of retail therapy thrown in.
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Published: 12/08/2011 07:14:56

Yu: Langstane Place, Aberdeen

WITH the rain pouring down outside and summer fast becoming a distant memory, it was time to cheer ourselves up with a fine feed.
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Published: 12/08/2011 07:14:56

TGI Friday’s: Union Square, Aberdeen

TGI FRIDAY’S has always struck me as a bit of an odd name for a restaurant.
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Published: 05/08/2011 07:13:51

Ma Cameron’s: Little Belmont Street, Aberdeen

WHEN I first moved to Aberdeen, Ma Cameron’s was one of the first pubs my mates took me to.
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Published: 05/08/2011 07:13:50

Massala Garden: Brighton Place, Peterculter

AFTER spending the best part of the day travelling home from the Canary Islands, the last thing we wanted to do was cook.
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Published: 05/08/2011 07:13:52

Cocoa: Market Street, Aberdeen

IT’S surely a good sign for a restaurant when even a monsoon doesn’t keep the punters away.
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Published: 29/07/2011 11:32:00

Malmaison: 49-53 Queen’s Road, Aberdeen

GETTING a bar lunch in Aberdeen’s West End after 2.30pm on a Sunday is a struggle, I have discovered.
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Published: 29/07/2011 11:32:01

Zara’s: 60 Allardice Street, Stonehaven

THE thing about a lingering Sunday afternoon in the pub with mates is that at some point hunger will kick in.
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Published: 29/07/2011 11:32:01

The Archibald Simpson: 5 Castle Street, Aberdeen

THERE are not many places in the heart of the city centre that can boast two meals for less than £10. The Archibald Simpson is a bustling hive of activity where you have two options.
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Published: 22/07/2011 07:13:29

The White Horse: Old Road, Balmedie

ON A cold and wet Saturday evening we faced deciding how to combine the few remaining contents of the freezer into something that would resemble dinner.
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Published: 22/07/2011 07:13:28

Bill’s Wok Inn: Unit 2, Kingswells Avenue, Kingswells

I HAD heard only good things about Bill’s Wok Inn and decided to try it with a friend.
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Published: 22/07/2011 07:13:29

Royal Thai: Crown Terrace, Aberdeen

WE HAVE a saying around our house of “Well, you just failed Mr and Mrs”.
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Published: 15/07/2011 07:11:39

Beekies Neuk: Oldmeldrum Road, Newmachar

WAKING up to stormy skies and torrential rain, I was facing a cosy Sunday spent on the sofa watching bad TV.
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Published: 15/07/2011 07:11:41

Nazma Tandoori: Bridge Street, Aberdeen

OTHER than when it’s to the pub, walking is only second to Richard Hammond and skinny jeans in my list of pointless things.
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Published: 15/07/2011 07:11:41

Buchanans Bistro: Woodend Barn, Banchory

AFTER a day of checking out Royal Deeside with guests, we wanted to find a nearby eating place fit for kings and queens.
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Published: 08/07/2011 07:08:21

Henry’s Bar: Exchequer Row, Aberdeen

WHAT’S that sitcom called with the theme tune “Where everybody knows your name, and they’re always glad you came?”
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Published: 08/07/2011 07:08:22

Papa John’s: Great Northern Road, Aberdeen

MY PAL and I are on a health kick. Every week we have a workout and pound the treadmill.
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Published: 08/07/2011 07:08:23

Zizzi Ristorante: Union Square, Aberdeen

WE WERE two women on a mission. Late night shopping and looking to buy a dress for a wedding the very next day.
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Published: 01/07/2011 07:15:14

The City: 37-39 Netherkirkgate, Aberdeen

YOU would think that having lived umpteen years in the North-east, I would know Aberdeen like the back of my hand by now.
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Published: 01/07/2011 07:15:15

Silver Bird: Midmill, Kintore

AFTER shipping my pal's kids off to bed it was time for some well-earned comfort food.
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Published: 30/06/2011 11:13:13

Handmade Burger Co: First Level Mall, Union Square, Aberdeen

THE best burger I’ve ever had was a half-pounder, served in a Boston bar, which didn’t come with a welter of sauces or garnish.
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Published: 24/06/2011 07:14:10

Douglas Arms Hotel: High Street, Banchory

THE dying fizz of my camp stove put paid to my plans to gorge on a fry-up.
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Published: 24/06/2011 07:14:11

Snappy Tomato: Kingswells Village Centre, Kingswells

COMING home after a day on the hills, the last you ever want to do is cook.
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Published: 24/06/2011 07:14:11

Pavarotti’s: Union Terrace, Aberdeen

AT THE start of a week off there’s nothing better than heading out for dinner.
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Published: 17/06/2011 07:13:22

Rocksalt & Snails: St Swithin Street, Aberdeen

IT’S a sunny weekday afternoon in the West End, and Rocksalt & Snails is brimming with activity.
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Published: 17/06/2011 07:13:24

Coriander: Dee Street, Banchory

ONE of the great joys of a trip up Royal Deeside is deciding where to pick up your take out from to make the perfect end to a good day out.
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Published: 16/06/2011 13:08:14

Royal China: 124-130 Holburn Street, Aberdeen

FOR oriental fare, we’re more than a little spoiled in Aberdeen.
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Published: 10/06/2011 07:00:09

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