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Burns Night, celebrated annually on January 25th, honours Scottish poet Robert Burns with traditional gatherings and feasts. The menu typically features iconic Scottish dishes, ranging from hearty mains to sweet desserts.
Key dishes include:
- Starters & Sides: Cullen skink (smoked haddock soup), haggis potato cakes, and neeps & tatties (mashed swede and potatoes).
- Mains: Traditional haggis, venison stew, and Balmoral chicken stuffed with haggis, alongside comforting mince and tatties.
- Desserts: Classics like cranachan, Scottish tablet, shortbread, and clootie dumpling.
Accompanied by whisky, these recipes offer an authentic taste of Scotland for both formal suppers and casual get-togethers, with vegetarian and vegan alternatives available.
