A foodie weekend in Edinburgh: Top treats and attractions Scotland | Europe Published: November 2018 | Disclosure: Produced on assignment for Uncover Edinburgh Long weekends in Edinburgh, or in fact anywhere in Scotland, have recently become my regular guilty pleasure. From the historic architecture set against the backdrop of lush green mountains to the friendly locals and easy-to-walk city centre, there are plenty of reasons to enjoy a weekend in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. But there is still one part of this country that is often misunderstood: its food scene. With haggis, whisky, deep-fried anything and bright orange sodas likely being the go-to menu when you think of Scotland, to any first time visitors I have to say this; you’ve got it all wrong. Edinburgh has been transforming itself into a culinary capital for years now and with numerous independent restaurants, new coffee houses that can rival even the biggest caffeinated city hubs, and a population who love ...