What's in The Larder?
The List has now published The Larder, a major publication about Scotland's food and drink: what we produce, where it comes from and where to get hold of it. The Larder aims to be the most authoritative and up-to-date guide to Scottish produce available in print, with feature articles and colour photography covering the country's farmers, fish-smokers, cheese makers, bakers, brewers, distillers and many more. It also features product guides, a look at the issues behind food in Scotland and a directory of 250 of the best places to buy local food, from delis and good butchers to farm shops and farmers' markets. The title - along with a linked online directory listing some 1500 producers, suppliers and retailers - tells the stories and facts behind the food and drink that's widely acclaimed for quality around the world yet barely recognised by those who live closest to it. The coverage is comprehensive, from apples to whisky, ancient beremeal to reindeer, Shetland salmon to Dumfriesshire ice-cream.
The List published The Larder in association with Scottish Food Quality Certification (SFQC) and the title sponsor is Scottish Organic Producers Association (SOPA).
According to Donald Reid, editor of the publication: "The Larder is an in-depth, intelligent compendium of food from Scotland. It will be of real interest to everyone who cares about local food: locals, tourists, professional caterers and others working in the food and drink industry. Also, as an independent magazine, what we include in the guide is down to the judgement of our writers and researchers - it isn't linked to an entry fee or advertorial coverage. The good food is out there in Scotland: now's the time for us to be more aware of all of it, engage with it and, above all, enjoy getting to eat it."
John Hamilton, Chair of the Scottish Organic Producers Association said: "SOPA is sponsoring The Larder because we want to raise the profile of great Scottish food. We believe many people would like to know more about local food and the stories behind it and would probably buy more local produce if they knew where to go and what to look out for. We'd also like retailers and restaurants to provide more information about the food they sell, so by working with The List, and their partners SFQC, who know so many food producers, we can help make this easier."
Robin Hodge, publisher of The List said: "There is a growing interest in where our food comes from and increasing support for Eat Local campaigns. Following on the success of our Eating & Drinking Guide (now in its 15th edition), The List is delighted to be working with SOPA to celebrate the best of Scotland's food and drink."
The Larder, £7.99, was published 1 April 2009, 160 pages. ISBN 978-0-9557513-1-8
Pop into your local bookstore for a copy, or order online from Waterstones or Amazon.co.uk
For further information or press queries please contact:
Claire Ritchie, larder@list.co.uk, 0131 550 3050