What We Do

Our name says it all: we find the best things in Edinburgh—anything pure barry! From the best restaurants offering terrific scran to the best plumbers in your neighbourhood, we offer top recommendations. Our team of locals knows this city like the back of their hand!

OUR TEAM

Contributing Editor

Leo Stewart

Leo Stewart is an accounting professor at Heriot-Watt University, but when he’s not busy crunching numbers (or teaching students how to do so), he explores the city on foot. Expect no tourist traps in Alfie’s travel guides! He’s all about what locals love.

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Staff Writer

Alexandra Smith

Alexandra Smith is a software developer who hasn’t lost her passion for writing in the busy world of tech. She has the scoop on the latest events, festivals, markets, and pop-ups in the city!

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Staff Writer

Jack MacDonald

Interior designer Jack MacDonald has an eye for detail. He’s our go-to for home repair and improvement projects. The best local craftsmen are on his speed dial!

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Staff Writer

Meghan Thomson

Meghan Thomson is a daring foodie who’s willing to try anything at least once! She haunts the local pubs with her trusty sidekick (cat), Tortilla.

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How We Make Our Picks

We begin with local recommendations and with thorough research, distinguish the best from the bogus. The top picks are then assessed by a fair criteria list to determine their strengths and weaknesses.
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How We Earn

Our readers keep us running! When you click a link on our site and proceed with a purchase, we may earn a small commission, but that doesn’t keep us from objectively reviewing our recommendations. The good and the bad points—we share them with you.

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