Julia Bryce

Julia Bryce Scottish Food & drink journalist in Aberdeen. Restaurant reviews, travel food finds, local guides + features. Work with me: [email protected]

Available for media work, partnerships and collaborations. šŸ† Scottish Press Awards Food & Drink Writer of the Year 2021
šŸ† Shortlisted for Scottish Press Awards Food & Drink Writer of the Year 2023
šŸŽ¤ Host of Taste of Grampian 2023
šŸŽ¤ Host of SeaFest Peterhead 2023
šŸ“ Aberdeen Restaurant Week Partner (ambassador since 2018)
šŸ† Best Social Media Engagement Award - TREND Awards
šŸ† Highly Commended for Mos

t Influential Food Blogger Awards - The Scotsman Food & Drink
šŸ† Outstanding Young Communicator (Finalist) CIPR Awards

PR + digital marketing specialist| Media relations | Event host | Content Creator | Food, Drink, Travel and Tourism ambassador | Reviewer | Judge

Former Food and Drink Editor of DC Thomson

ad - ambassador ā€¢ Itā€™s been a looonggg first week of Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks and I for one am not complaining šŸ¤¤There a...
31/08/2026

ad - ambassador ā€¢ Itā€™s been a looonggg first week of Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks and I for one am not complaining šŸ¤¤

There are so many moments from this first week or so that have truly touched me and I think thatā€™s why I became so obsessed with food. The way it brings people together is so precious and I truly believe it is the great connector. You can sit down with anyone and come together over food in a way that canā€™t really be replicated by other things.

Alas, I am hoping this week is just as long so I can get out as much as I can and enjoy the incredible hospitality of Aberdeen venues.

My jean may or may not have to get unbuttoned this week though, because I refuse to wear leggings to the restraints Iā€™ve booked, BUT boy will it be sooooo worth it šŸ˜

Leave a food pic in the comments if youā€™ve been out and about - I wanna see what youā€™ve been eating!

Aberdeen food | aberdeen eats | aberdeen restaurant

19/08/2026

When you canā€™t even get the name of your own content series right šŸ™ƒ

ad ā€¢ Welcome to episode 2 of RESTAURANT ROULETTE, not chefā€™s roulette. But it still kinda works...

See what Mirco from .andaluz decided to pick for my dinner as I went to try out their Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks menu.

For breakfast they are offering a coffee, soft drink and a dish for a tenner.

For lunch you can try three dishes for Ā£15.

And for dinner youā€™ll get three dishes and a dessert for Ā£20.

Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks returns on Monday August 24 until Aunday September 6.

Youā€™ll find all of the venues menus on ā€™s so you can get those reservations booked in advance.

Aberdeen food | Aberdeen restaurants | eating out Aberdeen

17/08/2026

Do you remember these Aberdeen restaurants?

Come for a trip down memory lane with me as I check out some of the venues taking part in Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks (Aug 24 - Sept 6) and the restaurants they used to be back in the dayā€¦

Please feel free to share your old favourites and why you loved them because I have so many amazing memories in some of these spots and Iā€™d love to hear yours.

P.S I donā€™t think Iā€™ll ever get over Yatai or Taste of Hong Kong šŸ˜­

Aberdeen food | Aberdeen restaurants

13/08/2026

ad ā€¢ Who is going to get YOUR vote? šŸ‘€

The finalists for the very first Aberdeenshire Heart of the High Street Awards 2026 have been announced.

And now itā€™s over to YOU to choose the winners.

These awards celebrate the brilliant businesses and people making Aberdeenshireā€™s high streets such special places to shop, eat, visit and spend time.

Here are this yearā€™s finalistsšŸ‘‡

šŸ›ļø RETAIL - Making Every Customer Count
Ethical Gift Shop - Huntly
Monkey Business - Aboyne
J G Dossett Butchers ā€“ Kintore

ā˜• HOSPITALITY - The Warm Welcome
The Murly Tuck - Tarves
Annieā€™s Tea Room - Ellon
Casa Luisa - Stonehaven

šŸ’™ SERVICE - The Extra Mile
Tarland Post Office and Toyshop - Tarland
Calm Cove - Fraserburgh
Ellon Spirits - Kieren Murphy - Ellon

šŸŽŸļø LEISURE - The Experience Makers
Number 30 ā€“ Huntly
The Smiddy - Banff
Play Town - Inverurie

šŸŖ“HEALTH & WELLBEING - Supporting Health & Happiness
Elevate Health, Chiropractic and Wellbeing - Stonehaven
JAS Counselling - Inverurie
Balanced Sports Clinic ā€“ Kintore

ā™„ļø LOVES LOCAL AMBASSADOR
Begg Shoes - Inverurie
The Black Faced Sheep - Aboyne
Crafty Creations - Fraserburgh

ā­OUTSTANDING INDIVIDUAL
Steve McQueen - Fountainhall Wines - Stonehaven
Anne Lyne - The Corner Shop - Rhynie
Sergio RuizĀ  - Casa Luisa - Stonehaven

āœØNEW BUSINESS
Number 30 - Huntly
But n Ben Books - Stonehaven
Bract Botanical - Stonehaven

Voting is open until 30 August 2026.

So, if thereā€™s a local business or person who always goes the extra mile, gives you a wonderful welcome or simply makes your town centre a better place, go and give them your vote.

Letā€™s show some love for the people who are at the heart of our high streets.

11/08/2026

ad ā€¢ POV: You discover one of Scotlandā€™s most unique summer experiences šŸ„„šŸŒ“āœØ

Hidden on the banks of the River Spey, has launched Coconut Dreams - a beautiful seasonal pop-up bar in the heart of Speyside celebrating the latest release in The Harmony Collection: Inspired by Fresh Coconut

I was lucky enough to experience the launch, beginning with a walk through The Macallan Estate before sampling the whisky in the award-winning distillery, learning all about the inspiration behind the collection, and following the riverside trail to Coconut Dreams.

Think tropical-inspired whisky serves, stunning sweet pairings created with world-renowned pastry chef Jordi Roca and the distilleryā€™s on-site restaurant, TimeSpirit (which is well worth a visit for lunch or dinner), incredible views over the River Spey and a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere that makes you feel worlds away.

If youā€™re looking for a memorable day out in Speyside this summer, be sure to pop a visit to Coconut Dreams on your list of things to do.

Why not make the most of your time on The Macallan Estate and book to enjoy everything the brand has to offer, from its award-winning distillery experiences to its stunning TimeSpirit Michelin-recommended restaurant, and its boutique, which is full of interesting drams and exclusive merchandise.

Coconut Dreams is open August 6 to September 27, 2026.

Visit themacallan.com to discover more and explore the experiences available at The Macallan Estate. Advance bookings are essential ahead of your visit.

Crafted without compromise. Please savour The Macallan responsibly.

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