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Scotsman
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
'Theatrical' restaurant launches Edinburgh's highest afternoon tea - with stunning city views
SUSHISAMBA Edinburgh has unveiled its limited-edition summer take on the Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian inspired afternoon tea, which guests can enjoy alongside unparalleled panoramic views of the Edinburgh skyline. The new summer-inspired champagne afternoon tea, incorporates local Scottish produce with SUSHISAMBA's blend of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian culture and cuisine. Located on the 10th floor of the five-star W Edinburgh, Scotland's highest afternoon tea is available for a limited-time. The seasonal experience will be available throughout July and August, served daily from 12.30pm to 5pm priced at £65 per person, or from £75 per person including a glass of Laurent-Perrier Brut champagne. Served on bespoke designed iron afternoon tea stands crafted especially for SUSHISAMBA Edinburgh by a local ironmonger, all elements of the summer afternoon tea are unique to the restaurant, from presentation to innovative flavour combinations. Guests can enjoy the experience in the comfort of the restaurant or on the outdoor terrace overlooking the city skyline including Edinburgh Castle and Calton Hill. The afternoon tea begins with an array of savoury delights, including signature A5 Wagyu tartar (cachaça, chipotle mayo, garlic miso, shiso, arenkha cavia), octopus and chorizo anticucho (think aji panca and chives) and the best-selling Samba Edinburgh roll (with whisky-cured salmon, avocado, oshinko, whisky orange gel). The sweet treats include a black cherry choux; strawberry and lime cheesecake and a coconut onigiri. The afternoon tea also includes a menu of Laurent-Perrier Champagne, a selection of fine teas (including vibrant hand-whisked matcha), and honey and Tahitian vanilla scones served with fruity peach, apricot jam and clotted cream. There is also a full vegetarian menu available on request.
Edinburgh Reporter
12-06-2025
- Edinburgh Reporter
Edinburgh's ultimate summer wine trail – your guide to the best rosé and wine experiences
With this year's spring delivering more sunny days than the entirety of last year, Edinburgh is perfectly primed for summer wine adventures. The capital has embraced the rosé revolution with open arms, launching its first-ever Rosé Wine Trail alongside exceptional dining experiences that showcase the very best of summer drinking in the city and is the perfect excuse to explore different neighbourhoods. Edinburgh's First Rosé Wine Trail: A Pink Paradise The much-anticipated Edinburgh Rosé Wine Trail has officially launched across the city, offering wine enthusiasts the chance to explore premium rosé selections while discovering some of Edinburgh's finest establishments. The trail features three distinguished venues from the Signature Group: McLarens on the Corner in Morningside, The Huxley on Rutland Street, and Copper Blossom on George Street. Enjoy a small or large glass, a bottle or take a wine flight. The experience centres around a carefully curated flight featuring three exceptional wines: Mirabello Adria Vini Lombardia from Italy, Château Routas Côtes de Provence from France, and M by Minuty Côtes de Provence, also from France. For just £15, visitors can sample 125ml glasses of each wine, creating the perfect introduction to premium rosé varieties. The trail operates on a passport system – simply collect your free passport from any participating venue, gather stamps at each stop, and you could win the ultimate prize: a dreamy getaway to Provence, the heartland of rosé production. Beyond the wine flight, each venue offers an impressive selection including Della Vite Rosé Sparkling Valdobbiadene and the alcohol-free Della Vite Non-Alcoholic Sparkling from Italy. The food offerings perfectly complement the wine experience, featuring baked camembert with focaccia croutons and crudités, garlic buttered flatbreads with pomegranate and baked beetroot hummus, charred tikka skewers, and haggis bon bons with blistered padrón peppers. W Edinburgh: Elevated Summer Dining with Spectacular Views For those seeking an elevated summer experience that captures the essence of Edinburgh's beauty, W Edinburgh stands as the city's premier destination. Located on the 12th floor, W Deck offers unprecedented 360-degree views of Scotland's capital, making it the perfect spot for both locals and visitors to celebrate summer in style. The W Sunset Sessions, held every Friday from 7-10pm, provide the ideal backdrop for enjoying signature cocktails and chilled summer wines against Edinburgh's stunning skyline. The venue's philosophy of 'Whatever, Whenever' ensures there's something for every mood and weather condition. For intimate occasions, W Edinburgh's new glass pod dining experience offers stylish private dining with views over Calton Hill and historic George Street. August visitors have the added treat of nightly fireworks displays over the city, while the venue's fire pits provide warmth when Edinburgh's climate isn't as balmy as those of the south of France. The W Lounge: A Wine Lover's Paradise The 11th floor W Lounge houses an impressive collection of over 400 fine wines and champagnes, dramatically displayed on a dedicated wine wall surrounding a new tasting table. Under the guidance of resident sommelier Sumith, with over 40 years of experience, guests can embark on the 45-minute New Horizons Wine & Cheese Flight experience, featuring three expertly paired wines and artisanal cheeses. Executive Chef David Lilley has crafted a new Scottish-inspired menu available throughout the day, featuring snacks like spicy chorizo popcorn and Perello Gordal olives, small plates including charcoal baked beetroot with goat's curd and ham hock sausage roll with cider apple ketchup, and larger plates dishes such as lamb rump with potato gnocchi. The venue also houses SUSHISAMBA, serving an innovative fusion of Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian cuisine, alongside Joao's Place, a secret apartment speakeasy on the 11th floor specialising in cocktails that celebrate Brazilian culture and the international music scene of 1980s Brazil. Hanikon: The Premium Provence Experience For those seeking an elevated rosé experience, Hanikon Côtes de Provence represents the pinnacle of summer drinking. Exclusively available at Tigerlily and stocked at Harrods, this exceptional wine is crafted from a blend of grenache, cinsault, mourvèdre, vermentino, syrah, and cabernet sauvignon. Hanikon arrives in a distinctive bottle topped with bright yellow wax, reflecting the brand's vibrant aesthetic. True to Provence tradition, the wine presents beautifully light in colour with crisp acidity and an elegant nose of red berries, citrus, and subtle white florals. Planning Your Summer Wine Adventure Whether you're following the Rosé Wine Trail through the city's charming neighbourhoods, enjoying either of these experiences – elevated dining at W Edinburgh, or savouring premium Hanikon at Tigerlily, Edinburgh offers wine experiences to suit every taste and occasion. Like this: Like Related
Scotsman
30-04-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Landmark Edinburgh hotel likened to a walnut whip sold in key deal
'The hotel itself has become an iconic landmark within the city centre' – Ed Webb, Nuveen Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A landmark Edinburgh hotel that has divided opinion since it opened less than two years ago has been sold. Schroders Capital, part of asset management giant Schroders, has acquired the distinctive W Edinburgh hotel from Nuveen Real Estate in a property investment deal, for an undisclosed sum. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The 244-bedroom hotel, which incorporates a ribbon design and 360-degree views of the capital and has been likened to a walnut whip, among other things, opened in November 2023 at the heart of the £1 billion St James Quarter retail and leisure complex. Nuveen Real Estate put the hotel up for sale last year and some reports had suggested a price tag in excess of £100 million. The W Edinburgh hotel under construction at the city's St James Quarter development. Picture by Lisa Ferguson Marriott International's W Edinburgh was the first W Hotel in Scotland, offering luxury accommodation and dining options. James Macnamara of Schroders Capital said: 'The addition of the W Edinburgh to our portfolio is hugely exciting, as we continue to identify top-tier hotel assets that can facilitate multiple ways to create value and offer significant long-term growth potential. 'Edinburgh is an attractive market for Schroders Capital and we look forward to working with the highly experienced and agile team at the hotel to ensure guest experience remains in line with the W brand quality and ethos.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
The Herald Scotland
29-04-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Landmark Scottish £1bn development centrepiece hotel sold
W Edinburgh, Marriott International's first luxury property in the market and the first W Hotel in Scotland, opened November 2023 and was put on the market in June last year. The hotel is situated in the new St James Square Quarter. The hotel building from the ground. (Image: Gordon Terris) It comprises the Ribbon Building, James Craig Walk and the Quarter House. James Craig Walk is a heritage listed terrace named after the Scottish architect, dating from 1775. The newly-built Quarter House design was inspired by traditional Edinburgh architecture, interlinking with the 12-storey Ribbon Building which features 360 degree views over the city. Schroders Capital currently manages its £3.1bn of investments in hotel businesses operated by a team of 40 people located in offices in London, Paris, Milan and Amsterdam. READ MORE: James Macnamara, of Schroders Capital, said: 'The addition of the W Edinburgh to our portfolio is hugely exciting, as we continue to identify top-tier hotel assets that can facilitate multiple ways to create value and offer significant long-term growth potential. 'Edinburgh is an attractive market for Schroders Capital and we look forward to working with the highly experienced and agile team at the hotel to ensure guest experience remains in line with the W brand quality and ethos.' Ed Webb, of Nuveen, said: 'The completion of the sale of the W Edinburgh marks a considerable milestone for St James Quarter as the first transaction realises over a decade of planning and development to deliver a leading destination in the heart of Edinburgh and the completion of a vision shared by our investors. 'The hotel itself has become an iconic landmark within the city centre whilst also providing a best-in-class offering worthy of Edinburgh's status as a global tourist destination and recognised by being awarded Scottish hotel of the year 2025.' Schroders Capital and its clients were advised by CMS and Carey Olsen. Nuveen Real Estate was advised by Savills and Eastdil Secured, Herbert Smith Freehills and CMS, and EY.
The Independent
04-03-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Spa oasis and award-winning cocktail bar make for Scotland's best hotel of 2025
A luxury hotel in the Scottish capital has scooped the title of hotel of the year for 2025. Crowned the best national hotel for travellers tucking in, W Edinburgh took the top spot at Scotland 's Hotels of the Year Awards hosted in the Crowne Plaza at SEC, Glasgow on 26 February. The Marriott group's first 'W' hotel in Scotland opened in the St James Quarter in 2023 with a rooftop deck, Scotland's first Sushisamba restaurant, Brazilian-inspired speakeasy João's Place and a spa oasis. W Edinburgh also received the 'Lifestyle Luxury Hotel of the Year' award, 'Cocktail Bar of the Year' title for secret apartment speakeasy Joao's Place and was hailed for its spa treatments at in-house AWAY Spa Edinburgh. Travel writers and industry experts with 22 years of judging experience said 'expect a fabulous, special VIP experience staying at W Edinburgh, from the moment you arrive in the reception lobby of the iconic, circular, copper clad Ribbon building'. Staff at the swish hotel were also praised for their 'charming professionalism'. Ken Millar, general manager at W Edinburgh, said: 'We are thrilled to be recognised as Scottish Hotel of the Year 2025, particularly in such a competitive landscape. It is a testament to our talented team who have worked incredibly hard to bring this property to life over the past year. 'We are honoured to be part of the vibrant Scottish tourism sector and are thrilled to continue offering our esteemed guests our now award-winning W hospitality.' As for the other big winners, Village Hotels with accommodation in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen was awarded the hotel group of the year title and Radisson Blu Glasgow ranked as employer of the year for large hotels. Scottish tourism minister Richard Lochhead MSP said on the night: "It's a real privilege to join so many hotel businesses from all parts of Scotland at the prestigious Hotels of the Year Scotland awards. You represent the best of Scotland, the best of excellence and experience.'
