My life as a 20-year-old international student in Glasgow.

Sunday, 2 October 2011

Life in Glasgow: Food

Hi there everybody! Last night I went out to dinner with a few friends and it made me realize how little I've told you all about the good things I've eaten here in Scotland. I went out to eat a lot the first couple weeks I was here, mostly because I didn't have any pots or pans, but since then I've cut it down to once or twice a week. Not including Baguette Express of course which I would be ashamed to tell you how many times I've eaten at.

It's just so good.

One of my favorite places I've been to is Ketchup. Click here for a virtual tour.

Scottish-style Diner.

Ketchup is great because it takes some classic American style food and gives it a British twist. There burgers are great and the fries (they actually do call them fries on the menu) are amazing! I especially love the spicy mayo they're served with. Also, both times I've been I got the sweet potato appetizer which was delicious and the perfect size for sharing without ruining the main meal. Some highlights of the menu are a burger topped with Haggis and a great selection of milkshakes and deserts. The absolute best thing about Ketchup though: Two for One burgers for students!

A renovated cinema turned restaurant/bar.

Another place my friends and I go to quite a bit is Hillhead Bookclub. I had only ever been for drinks and snacks before last night, but it turns out the dinner menu there is excellent too! I got fish and chips with mushy peas. The haddock was super fresh and I actually really liked the mushy peas, they were great for dipping chips into. My friend Bridgid got a classic steak and ale pie that looked (and smelled) awesome too. Plus, they have a small menu of side dishes including baked parsnips with parmesan topping that were to die for.

Now for some cheaper, more college student friendly food!

727 on Great Western Road is right in between campus and my dorms making it a popular stop for late night eats. I'll be honest though, I had to google the place to figure out what it's actually called, we know it affectionately as the pakora place. As you might of guessed the pakora is pretty good (I've only tried the chicken though and haven't heard the best things about the veggies). I'm linking the Wikipedia article for pakora because to be honest I have know idea what it is or how to describe it. But what will bring me back to this shop are the chips! Absolutely delicious and only £1.80 for a small.

Hope you all enjoyed hearing a little bit about the food here, I'll be sure to update again soon!

- Sarah






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