25 of the best Edinburgh foodie experiences you need to try

Main pic from Wedgwood

We take a look at the best 25, from dinner in a former bank vault, a drink in the most haunted pub to making your own gin cocktail and lunch with a view.

Located in the city centre, foodies will love the concept behind The Table. Only 10 guests are seated around an interactive kitchen and can watch their bespoke meal being prepared whilst asking the chef questions.

Housed in a 19th century warehouse is this acclaimed, family-owned restaurant. All produce is from artisan growers, breeders and foragers and the restaurant has won a plethora of awards including three rosettes from the AA guide.

Seor Scoop is an alcoholic ice cream machine found in bonkers bar Hoot the Redeemer. From the people that brought Edinburgh Panda and Sons, Hoot the Redeemer is a 50s-styled New Orleans funfair-themed dive bar.

Edinburgh Farmers Market on Saturdays at Castle Terrace, Stockbridge Market every Sunday in Jubilee Gardens and the Greater Grassmarket weekly market, are just three of the regular markets you can enjoy in the city

George Street isnt short on bars, but the most famous (and some would argue beautiful) is The Dome. This former Physicians Hall was opened in 1775, and was built and designed by James Craig, the planner of Edinburghs New Town.

One of the citys landmarks is the perfect spot for a picnic, especially if the weather is good. The views across the capital are excellent, and you can also enjoy a stunning sunset if you choose to stay there all day.

The Sheeps Heid Inn professes to be the citys oldest pub. Serving up a menu of traditional favourites and modern creations, theres also an old school skittle alley, which is great fun for kids on a weekend afternoon.

You might need one for courage. The cellar of this popular Grassmarket haunt dates back to 1516, making this one of the oldest pubs in the city as well as the most haunted (and even won an award in 2005 for the accolade).

The Kitchin Restaurant opened in 2006 by husband and wife team Tom and Michaela Kitchin on Edinburghs Leith waterfront. Awarded a Michelin star in 2007, the Kitchin has remained a must-visit destination for foodies.

The Secret Herb Garden's Full Moon dinners have grown in popularity, and this year sees collaborations with chefs from restaurants such as Fhior and Gardenerss Cottage.

At Steak on Stones you can take be chef for the night by cooking thinly sliced steak on volcanic stone to your liking, right at the table. But if that seems too much work, then a main from the menu of hearty favourites.