Ayr, there and everywhere

Just back from investigating the foodie paradise that is Ayrshire with a trip to Arran thrown in. We met some of the folk involved in the creation and running of the Ayrshire food network which encourages and promotes local artisan food producers and restaurants that use their produce. Sadly they don't have a website, but the link I've put above tells you a bit about them.

We also visited Arran to hear about the taste of Arran scheme which does have a website so I won't say any more about it. Go surfing!

Then headed to Glasgow which seemed to be very busy. All the hotels and B&Bs were full. Eventually I was enlightened - Celtic were playing in a European cup match. My enthusiasm and knowledge for football is such that I can't remember who they were playing, but they did win. Had a couple of pints here and then had a welcome bed for the night provided by a mate. Thanks Paul!

Spent a day nosing around Ottakars and stocking up on reading material for when the pub's empty (there aren't any book shops in Jedburgh) and then trundled homewards. L is getting a day off tomorrow - if you've read her blog you'll see why.