My daughter and I were in a state of panic the other week when we could not get a take away from…read morethis great little establishment it turns out they were closed for two weeks holiday Pheewww!!!!!!!!! We did try another local place never to return . Whether you call in person or ask for a delivery the service and quality of food is always delicious, freshly made and piping hot. I had Chicken noodle soup yesterday I do not normally have a starter but yesterday felt the need and we had some teeny tiny tasty spring rolls super tasty. Their Chicken Satay on skewers is a favourite of mine served with lovely fresh peppers and onions and a lovely spicy satay sauce and fried rice and plain chow mein not all eaten by I might add. And always delevered or served with complimentry prawn crackers.

Finding a new favourite take-away can be one of life's great joys and Sesame gave me one of those…read morehappy moments. Located by the end of the first exit from the Clyde Tunnel in Whiteinch, Sesame is my go-to source for Chinese food (particularly if I'm feeling lazy or hungover!) It's quite a small unassuming shop, but has plenty of tasty treats to offer. It offers all of the standard options you'd expect from a Chinese take-away and from my experience so far does them all really well. I'm a huge fan of their chicken noodle soup, so deliciously salty and comforting, and the dainty spring rolls, nice and crisp, which both get ordered almost every time. Other regularly ordered items include chicken chow mein or fried rice, orange chicken and shredded chilli beef, all very tasty. Their satay sauce is also particularly good and if you're ordering the full dish you have the choice of the meat on skewers or already in the sauce (my preference is on skewers). Between myself, family and friends I'd say we've been through at least half of the menu by now and haven't had a bad dish yet. You can also order via Just Eat and delivery is available, perfect if you're feeling uber lazy. So if you're out to the West of the West End then I'd recommend giving Sesame a try!

When we got turned away at Nok's Kitchen, we were recommended over here to Street Box. (Just a note…read moreI have noticed is that almost all the restaurants in Stockbridge need reservations as they are all fully packed with no chance of walk-ins). Luckily enough, Street Box offers a back-up alternative even though it is meant to be a take-away spot. Nonetheless, they still offer one communal table with a couple stool at the window still for those who want to dine-in. The menu is extensive with all types of Thai cuisine ranging from curry to rice and noodle dishes. my go-to Thai dish is a Pad See Ew, which was not on the menu but the waiter told me they could make it for me off menu --what a wonderful thing to hear! He was very friendly with our group as well. The only problem was that everyone else in my party got their food except me only to find out that they forgot my order. The waiter did notice right away and assured me it would be out within minutes. Although I was a bit upset, the food made up for it. The off menu Beef Pad See Ew (£8) was very flavorful and delicious. The noodles and vegetables were seasoned very well. The dish did use a thinner, dried rice noodle (used in Pad Thai) instead of a flat, wide rice noodle. They also did not skimp on the spiciness, which I appreciated since Thai food is meant to be spicy. Overall, affordable and delicious Thai food that is great for take-aways. The space had a hipster and eccentric vibe with unique Thailand decors as well. This is a great go-to spot whenever you're craving Thai food.

I see you shiver with antici... …read more.. ... pation. This quote superbly describes this past week, as I skipped past, smushed my face against the window and all out stalked their website waiting for Ruan Siam's new sister restaurant Street Box to open. Did I learn about this little spot because I was taken aback when Ruan Siam was closed for a week during the launch? Yes. Was a week without thai take away worth it to have this little outpost right around the corner? Heck to the yes. The Lazy Gal default setting is strong in this one. Here's what we know so far: This tiny (and I mean TINY) place is run by the same folks that own Ruan Siam just up the street. They have expanded the menu and offer delivery between 6pm - 10:15pm seven days a week. They have one picnic style table and bench seating to sit in. It's small but they've done a good job with the space. They have quick meal boxes for those looking for great lunch take away in the area and are open in the afternoons. The new menu items like Pad Kee Maow (spicy rice noodle stir fry with Galangal, lemongrass, chilli and mixed vegetable) are deliciously on point. Their curries are still as bad ass as they were when Ruan Siam was dishing them out. I will be here ALL the time. More options for great thai food? Win.

Visiting our mum for two weeks with the kiddos in tow. Kids loved eating here and browsing in the…read moreshop. I especially appreciated the waitstaff, who were amused and kind in response to our frequent visits. I popped in here twice to pick up dinner supplies when we ran low and were slight on time. I walked from Lundin Links with my youngest for an early morning coffee and hot chocolate. My husband and I snuck here to get a good cup of coffee and a tasty scone and sit in quiet and the sunshine. I even followed them in on Instagram, so I can keep up with the goings on from America and have another thing to chat about on our weekly chats with grandma! The food is good, the coffee could be stronger, the service is great, and the food stuffs in the market are very tasty and convenient. It's the perfect place to use as a comforting constant when traveling far from home.

Pretty decent farm shop with good fresh produce and excellent jams and preserves. There is also a…read morepick your own area for soft fruit. Could do better with the coffee though, it was tasteless.

Great spot in the St Andrews clubhouse for a bite eat. The golf store is great and they have…read morereasonably priced lunch items and a plethora of beverages. We opted for a lemonade and a bitter lemon for drinks and started with a garlic and herb bread. For the meal we had the creamy parsnip soup served with two slices of bread and the Quorn stir fry which came with ginger, soy sauce, plenty of vegetables and egg noodles with chicken. A delicious meal on one of the most amazing golf courses in the world!

It's great when you stumble across a place you've never really noticed before. I've lost count of…read morethe amount of times I've walked along Bruntsfield Place, and I can't remember noticing A La Carte before. I was out this morning, and noticed their beautiful display of cakes. I love cake, and so going in here was a very easy decision! Entering the shop, you're surrounded by a plethora of different cakes and baked goods. It really is a feast for the eyes. I was wanting a snack, and got myself a couple of shortbread biscuits, spending a total of £1. I was greeted with a cheery smile from the server, which is always great. Like so many small shops, they clearly take great care with their customer service. I can foresee a lot of visits here to sample their range of cakes. According to their website, they also do outside catering, which if their shortbread is anything to go by would probably be very tasty. A La Carte - delicious home baking in the heart of Bruntsfield.

This is a shop that will draw you in as you pass with its display of eye catching baked goods…read more Upon stopping to consider whether a purchase might be in order, you'll find that the prices here are actually fairly reasonable. Upon discovering the fact that these items aren't going to cost you an awful lot to buy you are likely to head in and pick something out of the selection and I promise you that you won't regret it. The food on offer from here is not only pleasing on the eye, but also very tasty. What is harder to notice about this shop is that it also does a whole lot more than cakes. Available at fairly reasonable prices are also portions of puddings, soups or meals which you won't regret buying and which are cheaper, and some might argue better, meals than you could get at any takeaway.

I was locked out of the place I was going to stay at on a freezing Sunday morning, so walked around…read morethe neighborhood and found an open Domino's. Were they like the US and have gluten-free options now? Ohhh yes they did, yay! It was great to thaw out inside while the pizza was made -- everything looks new and clean. They also added a free dip sauce (garlic/herb creamy base), which was great as there wasn't a ton of extra pizza sauce -- more bread for dipping :) The menu said that gluten-free pizzas were not to be cut, but mine was. I guess if you're celiac, beware? Gluten intolerant folks shouldn't worry. Bonus: I learned what rashers are (bacon pieces)

This is a failry new Dominos takeaway outlet. It seems fresh and clean both inide and out and the…read moresignage and menus are easily recognised and read. The standard Dominos menu is avaiable and there are occasional offers valid for this branch only. Delivery is prompt and the delivery drivers corteous. I've always been impressed by the whole delivery experience from this branch. The food has always arrived in perfect condition and the fizzy juice has never arrived flat. Impressive pizza service!

So yes this is in an area called Halfway and a lot of you have probably never heard of it let alone…read morebeen to it. Still everywhere deserves a review, especially when it is the best local Chinese takeaway around here! Shanghai Delight serves up hundreds of Chinese takeaways every day and is always mobbed yet the food is always very good. I am not saying it is sit down city centre quality, but very few takeaways are. It is though very good at what it does do. Personal favourites are salt and chilli chips, salt and chilli chicken, chopped ribs in black bean sauce, beef Kung po, beef curry and chicken satay. None of these of course are advised as part of any healthy diet plan that I can imagine and are probably far from authentic. But they do taste very good. If you are up this way and fancy a Chinese feast then you should give this place a try.

As far as takeaway food goes this place is the shizzz!! Located in a place called halfway or…read moreHowwffway as it pronounced which is halfway between Cambuslang and Blantrr. So Shanghai is definitely a delight and does the best Chinese takeaway! If it wasn't packed with delicious calories I would eat it everyday! Owned by a husband and wife who have lived here for year originally born in Hong Kong, the husband the head in the kitchen you sometimes hear chatting in Cantonese to the rest of his crew he never crosses over. Occasionally the wife is on the desk she very friendly speaks English but only to the punters. A couple times a year they will close for a couple of weeks where there take a holiday a go back to HK to visit family. Ok so the best dishes are Salt and chili chips, Kung Po beef, salt and chili chicken. A wee beef curry never hurts anyone! To be honest of i was ordering Chinese and Shanghai was closed I'd just go without. All or nothing!

Baked goods right next to my house?…read more Check. Decent breakfast deals? Check. Cute decor? Check. Nice staff? Check. Amazing punnage? Check. A bakery that might be so kind as to sell you soakage when you're wandering back home at a less than respectable time? Triple Check. Nice one Dough Re Mi, you've won our approval!

This little bakery based in Polwarth is one of Edinburgh's new-found gems. Israeli-born Nir Badini…read morewho owns and bakes here is the best baker I know - professionally trained in France- and he's a lovely guy too. He supplies a handful of shops (mine included) and restaurants throughout Edinburgh with exceptional breads and patisseries - from genuine Sourdoughs, Brioche, and Challa to the best croissants you can buy. His walnut bread is near legendary (in a very quiet, Edinburgh way). From the front of the shop, the open plan layout lets you see the fresh loaves and pastries being baked while you stand salivating in the queue. If you're a lover of real bread - no additives, well-proved, using genuine starters - then you simply must pay a visit to Dough Re Mi. The shop is building up a loyal, growing following, so it's only a matter of time before this hidden gem becomes a well known haunt. Get there early, as they run out quickly and there are queues at the weekend for the 'hot from the oven' pastries.

I have passed Brig Farm Shop numerous times on bike rides, convincing myself that I should cycle on…read moreto Perth and remember why I was riding. Well, it was a cold, gusty, rainy January day... the kind of day that isn't suitable for fair-weather riders... so another cycling friend and I decided, basically, we would cave and have lunch here. I had the coronation chicken sandwich with spicy tomato soup. I couldn't have been more pleased. The coronation chicken may have been some of the best I've had in or near Perth. The servers are very friendly and happy to help you decide on which of their tasty menu items you should get. I stayed strong enough to decide not to have one of their baked goods... but I MAY have had one in the past. It was their Malteser bake. And while it may not have been quite as good as Gloagburn's, it was definitely one of the best I've had locally. If you're fortunate enough to visit on a sunny, or at least not rainy, day, then you get lovely views of sheep and/or cows grazing along the River Earn. Totally worth traveling to on a nice day for a nice lunch or baked good with tea or coffee... and maybe take a walk into the village or down by the river.

Delicious food, friendly staff, beautiful scenery and easy access from highway. We are visiting…read morefrom the US and are traveling to Inverness, great stop just outside Edinburgh.