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Join date: Apr 20, 2025

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Hi, I’m Meg — a classically trained chef with over 30 years of experience in the food world. My journey began at the Ballymaloe Cookery School in Co Cork, Ireland and has taken me from running a cosy gastro pub in the Cotswolds to working as a private chef for titled families and UHNW individuals.

I have lived in the UK for the two decades. I have been lucky to have lived the past three years in the beautiful Scottish countryside with my husband Simon who is an essential part of keeping our fledgling business going. We share our home with our two dogs Bella and Bracken who love tasting anything that comes their way.

Now, through Meg’s Scottish Kitchen, I share my love for seasonal cooking, offer hands-on cookery classes, create small-batch spice blends, and pop up at festivals and events across Scotland. My food is rooted in comfort, tradition, and the joy of sharing good things with good people.

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Meg
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Shead

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Jun 24, 20263 min
Summer Salads that Excite the Tatse Buds
Feta, peach and puy lentil salad with toasted cashew nuts When the temperature rises, the last thing many of us want to do is spend hours standing over a hot cooker. Summer is the season for lighter meals, longer evenings and making the most of the wonderful produce available at this time of year. Yet for many people, the word "salad" still conjures up memories of limp lettuce leaves, a slice of cucumber and perhaps a lonely tomato balanced on the side of the plate. If you grew up in Britain...

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Jun 2, 20265 min
Seasonal Picnic Recipes for Perfect UK Picnics
There’s something truly magical about packing a picnic basket and heading outdoors to enjoy a meal surrounded by nature. Whether it’s a sunny afternoon beside a loch in Argyll, a family day out in the countryside, or a leisurely lunch in a local park, a picnic has a way of making even the simplest meal feel special. For me, some of the happiest food memories involve eating outdoors. There is something about fresh air, birdsong and a blanket spread beneath a tree that makes food taste even...

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May 20, 20263 min
Quick and Delicious Fast Dessert Ideas to Impress
There’s something magical about whipping up a dessert that looks like it took hours but actually took minutes. Whether you’re hosting a last-minute dinner party or just craving a sweet treat after a long day, having a few fast dessert ideas up your sleeve can be a real lifesaver. I’ve been there—standing in the kitchen, staring at the clock, wondering if I can pull off something impressive without breaking a sweat. Spoiler alert: you absolutely can. Let me share some of my favourite quick and...

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