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Andrew Batchelor
5 days ago2 min read
Some Dundonians are just finding out the amazing story of Angus Barbieri who recorded the world's longest fast
Angus before and after his fast. (Picture: Wikimedia Commons) A tale of determination, endurance, and a very important Dundee connection...
Andrew Batchelor
5 days ago2 min read
These are the best chippers past and present in Dundee according to Dundonians
When it comes to chip shops, the people of Dundee have a deep love for their favourite haunts; many boast memories and ongoing regular...
Andrew Batchelor
7 days ago1 min read
Pepe’s Piri Piri has just opened up a new store in Dundee
Picture: Kake / Flickr Pepe’s Piri Piri has just opened up a new store in Dundee at the former site of the TSB Bank on Albert Street. The...
Andrew Batchelor
Dec 24, 20242 min read
ANDREW BATCHELOR: Why we should be proud of Dundee and stop beating ourselves up
This feature was originally published in the Evening Telegraph on 24 December 2024. As I approach my 135th and final column next week,...
Andrew Batchelor
Dec 17, 20242 min read
ANDREW BATCHELOR: Keiller Centre proposals are exciting for the city
This feature originally appeared in the Evening Telegraph on 17 December 2024. Last year, I wrote about my hopes for the Keiller Centre,...
Andrew Batchelor
Dec 7, 20243 min read
Christmas in Dundee: Here are some of the festive events happening this weekend (7-8 December)
December is well underway - and with the first weekend of the month here, Dundee Culture will be looking at some of the best Christmas...
Andrew Batchelor
Nov 24, 20241 min read
Dundee Cake has appeared in a popular food making game
Dundee Cake has made a surprising appearance in a video game all about food making. The cake appeared in Dessert Shop: The Sweet Shop...
Andrew Batchelor
Nov 14, 20241 min read
The new two-storey cafe at Seabraes has been given the green light to go ahead
Dundee City Council has approved a proposal to transform a category B listed former public toilet building on Perth Road into a...
Andrew Batchelor
Nov 10, 20241 min read
Broughty Ferry Lights Night is taking place on 21 November
Broughty Ferry will be hosting its "Lights Night" on 21 November from 6-10pm, it has been confirmed. Marking its 20th anniversary, The...
Andrew Batchelor
Nov 10, 20243 min read
These are the best Christmas markets to check out in Dundee
Dundee’s Christmas markets are back, each one filled with unique gifts, delicious treats, and plenty of festive cheer. Here’s a rundown...
Andrew Batchelor
Nov 7, 20241 min read
Freeway Cola Christmas truck will be visiting Dundee
In a festive twist on an iconic holiday tradition, Lidl’s Freeway Cola truck is set to launch its UK Christmas tour in Dundee. The...
Andrew Batchelor
Nov 6, 20242 min read
The new Dundee food market proposals have sparked an interesting debate on location
Dundee is buzzing with the recent announcement of Mill Market, a new street food market set to open at the historic Tay Works on Brown...
Andrew Batchelor
Oct 28, 20242 min read
A Dundee marmalade jar was just spotted in a Welsh mine by a YouTube couple
A YouTube couple who recently visited Scotland went to Wales, only to find a Dundee marmalade jar at the bottom of an old slate mine....
Andrew Batchelor
Jul 25, 20241 min read
Shot 'n' Roll are opening up a pop up in Dundee this Sunday for a limited time only
You better be quick! Dundee is about to get a whole lot sweeter as Shot 'n' Roll, the popular cinnamon roll and bakery pop-up, is coming...
Andrew Batchelor
Jul 23, 20241 min read
A toastie van will be opening up shop at Discovery Point in Dundee over the summer
A toastie van at Discovery Point will be opening up shop from tomorrow and will run all the way through to 16 August. The Wee Melt...
Andrew Batchelor
Jul 23, 20241 min read
A New York-style pizza takeaway is planning to open in Dundee
A new New York-style pizza takeaway, Slice N Eazy, is being planned for Perth Road in Dundee, the Courier has reported . The proposed...
Andrew Batchelor
Jul 18, 20242 min read
From Jamaica to Dundee: Blue Mountain coffee vendor brightens Greenmarket
Dundee's Greenmarket has recently welcomed a new coffee vendor specialising in Blue Mountain coffee, a rare and sought-after variety...
Andrew Batchelor
Jul 9, 20241 min read
Dundee Food Festival sees 17,000 flock to celebrate the city's food scene
Over the weekend, approximately 17,000 food and drink enthusiasts from Tayside showed their support for the first-ever Dundee Food...
Andrew Batchelor
Jul 1, 20248 min read
The Ultimate Guide to the Dundee Food Festival
The inaugural Dundee Food Festival is almost here. Hosted at the city centre and waterfront from 6-7 July, there is something for...
Andrew Batchelor
Jul 1, 20242 min read
A pair of seagulls will be roaming Dundee city centre as part of the Dundee Food Festival – and it’s going to be absolutely wild
This weekend, the Dundee Food Festival is set to be swooped upon by a couple of feathered fiends with a flair for fun. In a quirky twist...
Andrew Batchelor
Jun 19, 20241 min read
Details for this year's Dundee Cocktail Week have been revealed
Dundee Cocktail Week is back for its third year, now with a summer makeover. From July 19 to July 28, 2024, this 10-day celebration...
Andrew Batchelor
Jun 15, 20241 min read
Dundee nightclub announces closure amid new concept
Dundee’s legendary Underground nightclub has announced it will be closing its doors, making way for an exciting new venture. The club, a...
Andrew Batchelor
Jun 15, 20242 min read
A new sports bar has just opened in Dundee and it looks very cool
A new sports bar is opening in Dundee - and it is opening up this weekend. Top Dog Sports Bar opened up a couple of weeks back and it has...
Andrew Batchelor
May 22, 20241 min read
A new video showcasing Dundee in the 2000s has given folk some much needed nostalgia
A new video showing Dundee life in the 2000s has been released - and it is giving folks some nostalgia. All over Dundee released the...
Andrew Batchelor
May 18, 20241 min read
A popular restaurant which has stunning views of Dundee and the Tay is reopening
Boat Brae, a popular restaurant in Fife, which overlooks Dundee and the Tay - is reopening soon! Boat Brae was a popular restaurant which...
Andrew Batchelor
May 15, 20242 min read
Discovery Point are hosting a “Rock the Point” party as part of the Dundee Food Festival
Discovery Point is set to host an unforgettable evening of entertainment, sustainable drinks, and gourmet toasties as part of the...
Andrew Batchelor
Apr 30, 20241 min read
The Dundee Food Festival Just Got Some Exciting Updates
The Dundee Food Festival, which has been announced to take place on 6-7 July, has got some very exciting updates as the newest city...
Andrew Batchelor
Apr 13, 20242 min read
The Best Restaurants in Dundee
Dundee has a whole host of amazing restaurants which a wide range of dishes from all over the world. With the help of folk who follow...
Andrew Batchelor
Mar 30, 20241 min read
New 'Dundee Food Festival' Set To Take Place On July 6 and 7
A new Dundee food festival is set to take place on Saturday 6 July and Sunday 7 July. The Courier report that the festival, which was...
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