Glasgow

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This cafe is known for its creative and over-the-top brunch creations, which are also very beautiful and Instagram-worthy. They offer dishes like spicy harissa hummus toast with halloumi, fried eggs, pomegranates, and pickled radish and onion, as well as a breakfast sandwich with chili jam, spicy 'nduja sausage, and black pudding. It has built a cult following across Glasgow, with people traveling from all over the city to have brunch here.

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This social enterprise cafe is located inside St. George's Tron Church and is known for its amazing scones and homemade soups. Every penny spent here goes to help the homeless, providing meals and work placements. They offer savory scones, like the sunflower seed and caramelized onion scone, and soups such as courgette and lemon. They serve soup from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM, and it's recommended to arrive early as they often run out.

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This bakery is a hidden gem known for its sandwiches, cinnamon rolls, and cardamom buns. They offer large sandwiches, such as the chimichurri chicken sandwich, which is almost too big to hold. It's a perfect spot to grab a quick bite to go.

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This Scottish institution, established in the 1800s, is a whisky bar offering over 1,000 whiskies. They offer a wide selection of whiskies, including Dalwhinnie 15-year-old, Glencadam 10-year-old, and Glendronach 15-year-old. The staff is knowledgeable and can help guide you through their extensive collection.

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This popular bakery is known for its handcrafted doughnuts with creative toppings, fillings, and flavors. They use local ingredients and make small-batch doughnuts. Their Crème Brûlée doughnut, filled with Madagascar vanilla bean custard and topped with torched sugar, is a bestseller. They also offer an apple glazed cinnamon sugar old-fashioned doughnut.

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This local institution is loved by locals and the Michelin Guide for its modern twists on traditional Scottish food. The word "Stravaigin" comes from an old Scottish word meaning "to wander aimlessly." They focus on pushing Scottish food forward using local ingredients with global influences, while maintaining a cozy pub vibe. Dishes include haggis, neeps, and tatties, as well as spanakopita with a sweet and spicy West African dipping sauce.