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Joanna Bremner

@C_JBremner

Food and Drink journalist at @pressjournal. 🍴 Views are my own. Got a story? Get in touch ☞ [email protected]

 Dundee
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Joined January 2023
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Lorraine Kelly shares her favourite things about Dundee, including Broughty Ferry, the V&A and 'Desperate Dan-sized portions'. @lorraine ☞thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl…… #lorraine #lorrainekelly #dundee
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Got a favourite pub in Inverness? I do! I headed out to try out five popular pubs in Inverness and find out which I liked the best. Do you agree with my rankings? 🍻 pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lif… #inverness #Scotland #pubs #review

I visit 5 pubs in Inverness to find my favourite

Food and drink journalist Joanna visited five different bars in Inverness, including Johnny Foxes and MacGregors - which one was her favourite?

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A good write up on Stirling’s food scene but I would recommend Chesters in King Street, Toast in Forthside and The Pavilion in Kings Park. I look for consistency in product and service and these cafes hit that nail on the head. thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl…
The best food and drink to try on a day in Stirling

The best food and drink to try on a day in Stirling

From crêpes and cannoli to Greek salad and burgers, there is a huge amount of food and drink to try on your next visit to Stirling.

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Have you noticed calorie labelling cropping up on menus in Scotland? For this week's Talking Point, here's a discussion on whether calories on menus are harmful or helpful. @beatED ☞ thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl…… #calories #eatingdisorders #foodanddrink
Fife woman warns calorie counts on menus are harmful to people with eating disorders

Fife woman warns calorie counts on menus are harmful to people with eating disorders

Rebecca Wojturska from Dalgety Bay says that she can't eat if a menu has calories listed on it.

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So sad to hear of the closure of Boat Brae in Newport. 💔 I visited for a restaurant review at the start of the month and the food, service and interior wowed us. We're sad to see you go! 🌊thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl…
We loved our visit to the Boat Brae in Newport and I'm gutted it's closing

We loved our visit to the Boat Brae in Newport and I'm gutted it's closing

The Boat Brae in Newport gets top marks from food and drink journalist, Joanna, ahead of closure.

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Can't wait to check this new spot out soon... 🍸 #standrews thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl…

First look inside new St Andrews cocktail bar The Physician

The Courier were offered a sneak preview of the new venue, The Physician, opening on South Street, St Andrews, on Valentine's Day.

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There are many perks to working in journalism and one of them is a freezer full of delicious pie from @Wee_COOK Great piece by @thecourieruk food and drink journo @C_JBremner - thanks for letting me tag along 🥧 thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl…
What does it take to pick award-winning Angus pies?

What does it take to pick award-winning Angus pies?

WeeCOOK Kitchen near Carnoustie hosts pie panel events where members of the public can provide feedback to help the restaurant adapt and improve their menu.

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thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl… This is the cutest thing I've ever seen! 😻
Meet Dundee's paddle-boarding 'adventure cats' Bongo and Fifi

Meet Dundee's paddle-boarding 'adventure cats' Bongo and Fifi

Bongo and Fifi go everywhere with their owner Lucy Frankcom - whether its paddle-boarding, cycling, horse-riding or hiking.

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Happy Veganuary! 🌱🍏 For this week's Drive-Thru Review, we visited the Angus Grill & Larder to test out their vegan options. What did we think of their spicy vegan wings? Find out here ☞thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl… #Veganuary2024 #veganfood #veganism
Drive-Thru Review: We test vegan wings, milkshake and more at roadside takeaway Angus Grill and...

Drive-Thru Review: We test vegan wings, milkshake and more at roadside takeaway Angus Grill and...

Stopping for lunch on a road trip? The Angus Grill and Larder is just off the A90, with a tasty vegan offering we put to the test below.

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Poppy Watson@poppyjoywatson5 Jan 2024
As it is a leap year, I would love to speak to someone in the Tayside and Fife area born on February 29 for a feature in @thecourieruk. Please DM me if this is you! RTs appreciated! #JournoRequest
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Perthshire butchers @Simon_Howie have released a new chocolate haggis in time for Burns Night this year.🍫 Read more here ☞ thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl…
Perthshire butcher Simon Howie introduces first ever dessert - a chocolate haggis

Perthshire butcher Simon Howie introduces first ever dessert - a chocolate haggis

Butchers Simon Howie are advertising their new limited edition dessert with a homage to the iconic Cadbury's gorilla advert.

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a drum roll please... #chocolatehaggis
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Dunkeld House Hotel review: What did I think of the luxury Perthshire hotel rated ‘2 stars’ by Visit Scotland? 🍂🍔🍴 @DunkeldHouseLLC #perthshire #dunkeld #foodreview thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl…
Dunkeld House Hotel review: What did I think of Perthshire hotel rated '2 stars' by Visit Scotland?

Dunkeld House Hotel review: What did I think of Perthshire hotel rated '2 stars' by Visit Scotland?

The Perthshire luxury hotel faced criticism in a recent review, but what did The Courier's food and drink journalist think of the food and service?

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Fancy a Christmassy cocktail? 🍸 I've compiled a list of some of the best festive drinks on offer in Dundee and Angus, including the Polar Espresso Martini and the Kris Kringle. Yum!🎄 thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl…
5 fancy festive cocktails to try this December in Dundee and Angus

5 fancy festive cocktails to try this December in Dundee and Angus

We all love a festive-themed cocktail. So here's a handy list of where to find some of them, including the Kris Kringle and the Polar Espresso Martini.

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Dundee folks! A new spot for you to check out from this Friday: The Maker, from @71brewing. Read my interview with their head chef, Barbara, who hopes to Dundee into a "gastronomical destination". 🥗🍨🥧 thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyl…
Head chef of new 71 Brewing restaurant shares dream to make Dundee a 'gastronomical destination'

Head chef of new 71 Brewing restaurant shares dream to make Dundee a 'gastronomical destination'

The new 71 Brewing restaurant and bar, The Maker, will open in place of the former Hunter S Thomson pub on Perth Road.

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EXCLUSIVE: ‘Dundee hardman’ tracked down 23 years on – as science teacher opens up on THAT viral video dlvr.it/Sz9M2P
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“Young people around the world are concerned about the planet. We want to hear from Dundee young people like you!” Piece in @thecourieruk by @C_JBremner 📰 thecourier.co.uk/fp/business…
Dundee young people: What role should you play in protecting the environment?

Dundee young people: What role should you play in protecting the environment?

Young people in Dundee, get in touch to share what you're doing to help protect the planet.

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🦊 A scrupulously fair analysis of humane cable restraints by @C_JBremner of @thecourieruk, on the same day that the Minister appeared at @SP_RuralAffairs to discuss a proposed ban on these devices. @GillianMSP - please read. ⬇️ @ScotLandEstates thecourier.co.uk/fp/business…

I thought snaring foxes was cruel – could Perthshire gamekeeper Richard change my mind?

Reporter Joanna Bremner learns about the need for humane cable snares from Richard, headkeeper at a Perthshire estate.

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Kingfisher spotted in Dundee's Botanic Garden for the first time in the attraction's history ow.ly/xNMX50Q2t4F
Kingfisher spotted in Dundee's Botanic Garden for the first time in the attraction's history

Kingfisher spotted in Dundee's Botanic Garden for the first time in the attraction's history

Dundee gardeners were left stunned as the colourful bird was spotted in the rewilded city ponds.

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Does anyone in Dundee, Fife, Angus or Perth and Kinross have thoughts on the potential XL bully dogs ban? DM me or shoot me an email if you'd like to share. #journorequest
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So I'm a little obsessed with Halloween and in this piece, it shows.🎃 Have a read to learn about 11 of the most haunted and horrible locations in Tayside and Fife. thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/dun…
11 haunted and horrible locations in Tayside and Fife

11 haunted and horrible locations in Tayside and Fife

There are plenty spooky venues around Courier Country to check out this Halloween. Read on if you dare!

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