Apiary (Newington)

• The Apiary is absolutely lovely
• It feels like you are stepping into a world of charm and decadence
• I first came two weeks ago with a group of friends
• The decor is beautiful and the place is charming and elegant but also feels like it is romantic yet unpretentious
• When I first came I ordered a vegetarian for my main that was served over couscous
• The quality of the meat was also superb (my manly friends were kind enough to share a bourbon glazed rib with me
• Then again they were so stuffed with the massive platter that by the end they seemed a bit relieved to share with me although they didn't want to let on about that
• On to dessert I had the chocolate brioche bread pudding with chocolate ice cream and it was really tasty
• I had the 3bee boudin noir salad with honey roast sweet potato
• The richness of the black pudding was complemented perfectly by the sweet and fruity other components of the salad
• My friend had a vegetarian salad with lovely field mushrooms
• Lager braised lamb shoulder which was well done but succulent and cooked to perfection
• We also shared the fries that came in a little bag they were tasty skinny fries that were along the lines of McDonalds' French fries (not a bad thing in this case) but much better
• I had the rocky road with marshmallows
• It was really peanut butter ice cream with a few little swirls of jam
• The rocky road and shortbread was fantastic (although if truth be told the pieces could have been a tad smaller and more bite sized)
• The ambiance was perfect and beautiful with the candles on the tables
• It's lovely to sit in a booth by the window with the sun streaming in
• I'm assured the lamb tostada is also fantastic
• Paired well with greens &
• Jam ice cream with the rocky road is a taste sensation and the mess is delicious for those with a sweet tooth
• A few other things still need a bit of tweaking but overall the menu is shaping up to be fantastic
• Whilst spring is tantalisingly just round the corner
• A pick me up is needed at this time of year
• What better to boost spirits than visiting a new restaurant that is generating a bit of a buzz
• As so busy was the restaurant on a wet winter Saturday that the only dinner reservation available was at 7pm
• The large and airy dining area was already peppered with full tables
• Round slab of fried mashed potato combined with meaty morsels exuding delicious smoked porcine flavours
• Brilliantly set off with silky smooth sauce and an egg poached to perfection
• The plate of crispy whitebait that landed on the table was absolutely spot on
• Harbouring an intense taste of seafood which was further enhanced by being dipped in the accompanying citrus infused mayonnaise
• The Apiary fuses rustic charm with foodie goodness to create the perfect relaxed dining environment
• Sometimes a casual approach to the service is just what is needed
• Both ladies working behind the bar were beyond lovely
• The complex gastronomic wonders were something that I was incredibly excited about
• Thought the menu was overwrought
• Chilli soup with diced sugar snap &
• The 'crispy whitebait with rosemary &
• His choice was determined by the most concise description
• I thought my soup was delightful
• I think The Apiary were conscious not to detract from the natural flavours and textures of the little fishies
• I opted for the 'confit duck leg with redcurrant and star anise sauce
• The flavours of the sauce were delectable and the noodles and greens were a lovely backdrop to a perfectly composed dish
• The oxheart skewer dish was essentially an overwrought fajita
• Neither of us had ever eaten heart before so we were greatly pleased about this
• What's more is that I would take anyone there
• I think that given the lunch menu is an extraordinary £
• This meant it was a little busier than you'd expect on a weekday lunch hour but also that everything was half price
• Being guinea pig to their chefs was frankly fantastic and at £
• The fish taco starter reminded me of sunny days in California while the beef with chimichurri sauce left me dreaming of Argintina
• Quirky restaurant is situated in Newington where Metropole used to live and is the sister restaurant to Three Birds in Bruntsfield
• The place is filled with rustic tables and booths with twinkly fairy lights and candles
• It still has a bit of the French feel that the Metropole had but is way ahead of the game when it comes to the food
• Where diners get 50% off their food bill in return for feedback on the dishes they are trialling to go onto Apiary&rsquo
• I plumped for the chicken hearts to start which were covered in honey and smoked paprika and came with gin smoked cherry tomatoes and garlic toast
• I followed this with maple and soy glazed breast of duck
• Root vegetable and confit duck terrine with homemade pickles and chutney
• She followed this with a baked lime and coconut chicken supreme with steamed herb rice
• My starter of chicken hearts was full of flavour
• The honey brought the dish together and the paprika was noticeable but not overpowering
• The layers were distinct without it all falling apart
• Its flavours complemented the glaze well and there was no clash or fight over the dominant taste
• My friend was tucking into the chicken and was pleased that extra lime was supplied as she liked the option to increase the flavour
• So I opted for the chocolate and amaretto tart with ganache and orange crè
• The portion size was perfect and the casing of the tart was not too hard or dry
• Their imagination and daring with their menu really sets them apart with exotic meats regularly featuring (camel and llama
• Went for lunch with a voucher on the seafood platter wonderful
• The restaurant was bright and comfortable with interesting decor
• Enjoyed the crispy mushrooms with the red mullet main and the chilli and sweetcorn ice cream was superb
• It was also good value with 2 lunch courses for £
• While staying with friends we went to the Apiary for Sunday breakfast
• The food was excellent (I had the eggs Benedict) and there was a wide range of choice for the vegetarians amongst us
• The layout and atmosphere of this restaurant is excellent and it certainly proved popular on the day we visited
• The customer service and attitude of the staff was first class
• The smoothie maker is situated on the 'bar' area and is very loud

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