The Edinburger: Drink

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The Bonham and Chamomile Spa

When I was invited to have lunch at The Bonham and to visit The Chamomile Sanctuary Spa in Edinburgh as part of the Champaign pamper package, I knew I wouldn’t be disappointed.

The Chamomile Sanctuary is tucked away in the heart of the west end, in an unassuming building, it would be so easy to just walk straight by. I need to tell you about this massage. I have a bad back. I have a nurses back at 22 and usually find it really sore to lie on my back Fiona (I’m sure that was her name, I forgot to write it down) has honestly changed me! I can lie on my back and I’m no where near as creaky and ouchy.

A manicure at Chamomile Sanctuary are just as special, what better way to revive tired hands than a bright pink polish? Not your thing? There are plenty more colours to choose from.

After our treatments, as part of the package we were whisked round to the The Bonham another hidden gem where we were treated to a 3 course meal. This boutique hotel is as every bit gorgeous inside, it looks over the dean village and dean bridge for those of you who know Edinburgh. Now, I have a secret to let you in on, people say I'm a really fussy eater, I don’t think I am, I can’t eat much dairy or fish but that rules out quite a lot when your eating out!

We arrived and had drinks in the new bar The Consulting Room and had a look at the Market menu, which changes everyday. We started with Cauliflower soup, which I'm not usually a big fan of, but was surprisingly delicious and a massive bowl, we couldn’t actually finish it knowing we had to more courses to come! Next up was Duck, which ask my friends I usually screw my nose up at, but I am a convert! It was truly scrumptious especially with the red cabbage. For dessert we were treated to iced nougat, which as a chocolate lover was something a bit different for me!

We both thoroughly enjoyed our meal, in gorgeous surroundings and were very well looked after. The market menu is £22.50 for a 3 course meal and I’d say its worth every penny especially if you treating someone.

For bookings contact The Bonham0131 226 6050 ; The Chamomile Sanctuary 0131 220 1000

RBS Museum Lates

Chamber Street.

Silent Disco it up

Hungry Hippo’s

The Entrance Hall. Brutser the Boa.

The Found

Silent Disco

The Finale

When the newly refurbished National Museum of Scotland on Chambers Street announced they were doing events in the evening for adults only, I squealed with joy.

The RBS Museum Lates went down a treat as far as I can tell. Tickets were £6 if you were lucky enough to get one, the event sold out pretty fast. For your dollar, you get a treated to the museum being filled with exciting goings on such as live music, face painting, bracelet making, silent disco, hungry hippos cocktails and insect holding. Basically… everyone turned into a big kid and it was brilliant.

I’ll definitely be going along to the next one, I hope this experiment keeps up because, with our gang it was definitely a hit.

Dragonfly

Dragonfly, 52 West Port
http://www.dragonflycocktailbar.com

Situated on the edge of the Grassmarket, the Dragonfly is a refreshing change from the usual overpriced tourist-orientated pubs to be found in the area. They have a wide selection of cocktails on their menu and are happy to take requests if what you’d like isn’t already there. The menu is organised into sections like a food menu (think Appetisers, Mains and Desserts) so it’s the perfect excuse to have a three-course cocktail meal! Most cocktails are around £6 or £7, which is about average for an Edinburgh cocktail bar. My favourite is the “Raspberry Ripple”, which tastes exactly like it sounds – deliciously ice-creamy and the glass is decorated with hundreds and thousands.

As the name Dragonfly suggests, the bar is decorated with Oriental style wallpaper and paintings. If you can, grab one of the comfy sofas up on the balcony to sit and sip your cocktails and admire the gorgeous chandeliers. There is also a room in the back which can be hired out if you’re having a private function. One thing I love about Dragonfly is that they always have great music playing, no MTV music channels here!

Bar Kohl

Bar Kohl, 54 George IV Bridge
http://www.barkohl.co.uk

Bar Kohl is a fantastic cocktail bar that doesn’t break the bank. Cocktails start at just £4, so a round won’t cost an arm and a leg. The low price definitely does not mean low quality – drinks are always delicious and well presented. The staff at Bar Kohl are very friendly and always happy to recommend a cocktail if you can’t decide! My favourite is the “Old Skool”, a sour lemon and cola concoction served in a cute miniature tankard. Flavoured vodkas are their speciality – look out for all the different bottles behind the bar!

Bar Kohl has a really relaxed atmosphere and quirky decor, with exposed brickwork walls and comic strips pasted to the ceiling. They also serve great food (the Acapulco Burger is amazing!) so it’s the perfect place for a bite to eat in the evening as well as being a great cocktail bar at night.

Sofi’s

Sofis, is a lovely wee pub with a lot of charm! Comfy sofas an mismatched chairs are on the menu, along with tea and cake as well as lush looking cocktails!

Sofis describes its self as

“Sofi’s - is a chic, hip, upbeat and popular little bar with many events, e.g Champagne Sundays where champagne is offered at great prices, film nights every Monday, Knitting on Tuesdays and Open Mic Thursdays. On regular basis we have clothes swaps, exhibitions openings, Scottish/Swedish Society nights, Bar Boot Sales and lots more

Our lighter snacks are perfect with one of our many wines and we also have a great new cocktail menu both virgin and alcoholic.”

Sofi’s peppermint tea was just what I needed to refresh my senses before a walk along the shore on a sharp October afternoon!

65 Henderson Street, EH6 6ED

The Roseleaf

Today we are stopping at The Roseleaf, on Sandport Place, The Shore, EH6 6EW

Lovely artwork on all the walls, you can hire a frame and put your own art work in it!

We found a wee table round the back and ordered food. Out come a grilled cajun chicken burger and "wee" Mac and Cheese. Yum! We both really enjoyed our food and the atmosphere. I can't wait to go back with the girls for a pottail - a cocktail in a teacup!

Everything is served on beautiful crockery!