Purslane

Description

Summary: A snug basement spot with modern flair.

Purslane, nestled in an affluent area, provides a unique dining experience in its intimate basement setting. The restaurant's small size, with just 9 tables, creates a cozy and atmospheric environment where guests can enjoy ambitious modern dishes that blend classic flavors with contemporary techniques. The service is known for being friendly, and the restaurant boasts a smart metropolitan style, complete with cushions, plants, and prints. Purslane's dinner service features a tasting menu of five or seven courses, offering sophisticated modern interpretations of classic ideas. Examples of their culinary creativity include roast pigeon breast paired with quinoa, beetroot, chicory, and Granny Smith apple, an elevated ballotine of salmon, and a complex assiette of lamb that showcases roast cannon, sweetbread boudin, braised leg, and sautéed liver with an array of accompaniments. A pre-dessert sets the stage for final indulgences like chocolate and raspberry mousse or rhubarb with apricot purée, vanilla-poached apricots, ginger bread, and yoghurt sorbet. The lunch menu, although smaller, doesn't skimp on quality, featuring dishes such as smoked ham hock with white bean cassoulet or roast chicken breast with fondant potato and Vichy carrots. To complement the meal, Purslane offers a hand-picked selection of mostly organic wines from around the world. This relaxed and intimate townhouse restaurant is a haven for those seeking Scottish game and seafood, enjoyed in the warm glow of candlelight.

Awards

Google

Superb

Michelin

Recommended

Good Food Guide

Good

Location

33A St Stephen St, Edinburgh EH3 5AH, United Kingdom

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