Dishin' It – Details, episodes & analysis

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/

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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, Aberdeen
• The Pig’s Wings, Aberdeen
• Post Aberdeen
• Trellis, Newburgh (Aberdeenshire)
• Laura Aitchison, The Devil Wears Tartan
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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 Inverurie
• The Big Feed, Glasgow
• Boozy Cow, Edinburgh
• The Braided Fig, Aberdeen
• Cafe Andaluz - Aberdeen
• Dishoom, Edinburgh
• El Cartel, Edinburgh
• The Fife Arms, Braemar, Aberdeenshire
• Figment Coffee, Aberdeen 
• Howies, Edinburgh
• Laila Lunch and Brunch, Edinburgh
• Maggie’s Grill, Aberdeen
• Moonfish Cafe, Aberdeen
• Ninety-nine Bar and Kitchen, Aberdeen
• Resident X, Aberdeen
• Roots, Aberdeen Beach
• Stack & Still, Glasgow
• Stew N Drew’s, Hopeman

• Bad Manners cookbook
• Documenting my Dinner
• Foodie Quine
• Tall 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, Edinburgh
• Falafel To Go, Glasgow
• Meze Meze, Edinburgh
• Single-end Cafe, Glasgow
• Silverbirch 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, Aberdeenshire
• The Craftsman, Aberdeen
• Cullen Bay Hotel, Cullen, Moray
• The Cult of Coffee, Aberdeen
• Fat Batch, Aberdeen 
• From Bakery Lane, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
• IJ Mellis Cheesemongers - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews
• Mr Dun - Aberdee, Inverurie, The Boxes at Chapelton
• Nick Nairn St Nicholas Street at Hilton Garden Inn (closed)
• Ox & Finch, Glasgow
• Red Robin Records, Aberdeen
• The Tippling House, Aberdeen
• Two Raccoons, Aberdeen
• Vegan 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 thefoodhoover@outlook.com. 

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 TikTok
• Watch Secret Body on BBC iPlayer
• Watch The Ultimate Scottish Workout on Youtube
• Buy 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, Aberdeenshire
• Coffee Apothecary, Udny and Ellon, Aberdeenshire 
• Fudge Like, Aberdeen
• The Oyster Shed, Isle of Skye
• Yatai, 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, Lochinver
• Berties Bar at The Fife Arms, Braemar
• Castleton Farm, Laurencekirk, Aberdeehsire
• Figment Coffee, Aberdeen
• Glenapp Castle, Girvan
• The Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder
• Rocpool Hotel, Inverness
• Seafood Ristorante, St Andrews
• Trump 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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