One of the Isle of Skye's most famous restaurants has just been awarded four AA Rosettes – becoming the only restaurant across the entire Highlands to attain that many. Run by Chef Patron Calum Montgomery, Edinbane Lodge is now one of just six restaurants in Scotland with the award, and only 2% of restaurants in the UK have reached the same level.
The awards have been given out as part of the publication of the 2023 Guidebook, with the AA describing those locations with four rosettes as "among the top restaurants in the UK" stating: "The cooking demands national recognition. These restaurants exhibit intense ambition, a passion for excellence, superb technical skills, and remarkable consistency. They will combine an appreciation of culinary traditions with a passionate desire for further exploration and improvement."
Calum and his family bought the 16th-century derelict hunting lodge in 2017 and, following a complete renovation, opened the restaurant in August 2018 and the four bedrooms in May 2019.
Within one year of opening Edinbane Lodge had been awarded Five AA Gold Stars for its accommodation and Three Rosettes for its incredible food offering.
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Speaking about the award, a delighted Calum said: “I’m humbled to have received this accolade. It means so much to bring this award to my native island home for the first time – and of course, to even be mentioned in the same category as some of the UK’s most renowned restaurants is such an honour. I’m so proud of our team and it’s a testament to how much hard work and passion every member of staff puts in each day at Edinbane Lodge”.
The restaurant has won several awards as well as the AA Rosettes for its four, six and ten-course tasting menus which celebrate the Isle of Skye's natural larder.
Calum, who was born and raised on Skye, sources produce from a community of family and friends, who share the same values and commitment to the produce and make the most of the island’s crofts, seas, and artisan production.
With rooms available, the restaurant is open from Wednesday to Saturday. Dishes change regularly depending on availability, but menus can include the likes of Hand dived Isle of Rona Scallops, Oyster Beignets with Edinbane Scurvygrass, Waternish Crab and Lobster Mousse and Torvaig Beef with Pickled Carrots and Chanterelles. You could also find Island Cheddar with Truffled Breakish Honey as well as Leadketty Farm Strawberries with Edinbane Meadowsweet.
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