Welcome to A Scots Larder

Ever since humans started to record history, the sharing of food has been central to celebrations of special events. And in so many places around this world, roasted meat is ubiquitous in this [...]

My first experience of goat which is a wonderfully sweet and rich meat, was at Notting Hill Carnival around 15 years ago, and with this dish I’ve given a small nod to those Caribbean aromas and [...]

I affectionately know this dish of roast lamb shoulder with garlic and rosemary as ‘Uncle Monty’s Lamb’ after the scene in the movie Withnail and I. Simplicity is the key here, good produce [...]

There’s often the midweek temptation to reach for the pizzas or ready meals in the supermarket. A quick fix in the busy life of commuting, kids clubs, and Netflix series, I’m as guilty of a [...]

Ras el hanout literally means ‘head of the shop’ and this spice blend, incorporating cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, and mace among many other ingredients is generally the best that a spice seller [...]

A staple in the fishmongers in spring, mackerel is such great value, and the pickled fennel cuts through the oiliness with acidity. You can literally make this meal in ten minutes and serve [...]