Food Bites

NEW IN Forget about the skinny iced vanilla latte and put down the frappuccino, for it's now all about Starbucks' Vivanno. The smoothies come in a range of flavours, including orange mango and banana blend – a whole banana, blended with real fruit juice, semi-skimmed milk and their own whey protein and fibre powder; or Banana Chocolate Blend – a whole banana blended with bittersweet cocoa sauce, semi -skimmed milk and whey protein and fibre powder. One word: delicious.

WE ARE LOVING. .The Real Boar Company's range of organic wild boar and pork salamis, from Harvey Nichols. Ethically farmed in 20 acres of woodland and grasses, the land has been free from any pesticides, herbicides and fertiliser since 1990. The boars forage for their food throughout the year, which includes acorns and cherries that, over 18 months, all helps to make up the unique "Real Boar" flavour. The range of salamis include wild boar and red wine, wild boar and venison with red wine, and pork with red wine. Prices start at £5.

GET THERE FAST . . Try out the newly revamped North Bridge Brasserie, housed within the iconic Scotsman Hotel, on North Bridge. With the former Number 1 restaurant manager, Simon Fraser, now overseeing the brasserie, great food and even greater service is guaranteed. Showcasing Scottish food from head chef Geoff Balharrie in a stunning architectural interior of marbled pillars, oak panelling contrasted with contemporary steel and glass elements, the cuisine is innovative, stylish and affordable. To book telephone [phone].