Scotland is blessed with some of the finest food and drink in the world – from Scotch whisky and boutique gins to wild salmon and haggis.
Many of the festivals that take place each year that celebrate the tastes of Scotland have fallen victim to the global pandemic this year.
But, now that social distancing restrictions have largely been lifted, there are still a number of foodie festivals set to take place across Scotland, with plenty of local – and not-so-local – tasty treats.
Here are 7 that are well worth a visit.
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Some of the great Scottish produce that can be enjoyed at food and drink festivals this autumn and winter. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
. Kirkcudbright Food Festival
One of the highlights of the Scottish foodie calendar, the Kirkcudbright Food Festival takes place across several venues in the Dumfries and Galloway town on the weekend of the 23th and 24th of October. There will be plenty of food and drink stalls, masterclasses, cooking demonstrations, children's workshops, food trails, and the event will feature appearances by the 'Incredible Spice Man' Tony Singh. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
5. Stirling Gin Festival
The Golden Lion Hotel is the venue for Stirling's celebration of all things gin on Saturday, November 6. The Stirling Gin Festival will offer two tasting sessions, one starting at 12:45pm and the other at 5pm. Photo: Google Maps
6. Edinburgh Vegan Festival
The Edinburgh Vegan Festival takes place at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall, in Edinburgh's Dalmeny Street, on Sunday, November 28. It's only £3 entry and will feature the best in Scottish vegan produce. Photo: Google Maps
7. The National Whisky Festival
Summerhall will be hosting the Edinburgh edition of the popular National Whisky Festival on Saturday, December 11. These will be two extensive three-and-a-half hour sessions of unique whisky tastings, pop-up food, drink and craft stalls, and entertainment – including specially-curated live music, and masterclasses held by expert brand ambassadors. Photo: Canva/Getty Images