Barbarella BEETS

🌟 POP ALONG TO WISHING TREE BY THE SEA TODAY - APRIL JUNIOR TRADER SPOTLIGHT - CHICK CHARMS We are thrilled our very own, super talented Summerette will be at the first Dunbar Food & Craft Market of 2025 today with her Chick Charms. She creates beautiful bracelets, knitwear and loads of amazing crafts. Pop along and say hi - Sunday, 13 April from 11am until 4pm at Lauderdale Park, Dunbar.

Barbarella BEETS Afternoon Tea

Afternoon tea? Yes please 🧁 Yesterday Barbarella BEETS had the pleasure of creating a stunning afternoon tea spread for some lovely clients at the gorgeous Monkton House – and what a setting it was! At Barbarella BEETS, we don’t do ordinary! Our afternoon teas are packed with homemade delights, savoury bites, and sweet treats that make any occasion extra special. Whether it’s a birthday bash, a baby shower, or just because – we bring the cake stands, the charm, and the flavour. Fancy a bespoke afternoon tea for your next get-together? We’ll sort the scones – you just bring the banter. 📅 Ready to book your own Afternoon Tea experience? 📞 07734 842015 [email protected] www.barbarellabeets.co.uk

Barbarella BEETS pop up Supper Club at Wishing Tree by the Sea last night was absolutely magic ✨ We served up a SIX course feast that had forks clinking, glasses fizzing, and taste buds doing a wee happy dance. Here’s what was on the menu: Course 1. Bakehouse bread with smoked butter & olives – the perfect opener to warm up the palate. Course 2. Comfee prawn with chilled gazpacho – cool, fresh, and bursting with summer vibes. Course 3. Pea soup topped with a pea, feta & asparagus fritter – velvety, green goodness with a crispy kick. Course 4. Beef tartare with potato pavé & quail eggs – rich, refined and a proper showstopper. Course 5. Seared plaice with asparagus, wild garlic & hazelnut pesto, served with an apple, fennel & courgette salad – light, zesty and beautifully balanced. Course 6. And to finish in style: Rhubarb & ginger tart, ginger & rhubarb fizz, vanilla ice cream and a cheeky wee rhubarb sherbet – a sweet, sparkling send-off. Big thanks to everyone who joined us – your clean plates and happy faces were the best kind of feedback. Special thanks to our amazing young chefs who created these masterpieces – you absolutely smasWishing Tree by the Sea Our next Supper Club is just around the corner, and trust us – you’ll want a seat at the table. Book online https://lu.ma/user/BBEETS

Some people come into your life and leave a mark you’ll never forget… This amazing family are very special to me. When they asked if “the chef with the purple hair” was working many moons ago in The Herringbone, I had no idea that within minutes, Barbarella BEETS was about to come to life. At the time, I’d just gone self-employed and was still figuring out what direction I wanted to take things in. What I did know was that I could no longer keep up with the crazy hours restaurants demanded of a head chef. I was intrigued to find out who this couple were who wanted to know if I’d be cooking that day. We got chatting, and by the end of that conversation, they’d given me so much to think about. Their lovely grown-up kids had a holiday let and an AirBnB, and they suggested I could cook for guests staying in them. They also told me about an amazing village hall in Coldingham that would love a chef to come and do a pop-up night — and just like that, the first seeds of Barbarella BEETS were planted. During lockdown, they supported me religiously — ordering every week, turning up to pop-ups, cheering me on all the way. Last night, I had the absolute pleasure of catering for them again — this time at a lodge in Gleneagles, celebrating their Golden Wedding Anniversary with three generations of the most wonderful, crazy, kind, fun-loving family you could ever hope to meet. I was so happy to cook a feast for them, and I’ll never take for granted the love and support they’ve shown me over the years. These guys will forever hold a huge space in my heart. Thanks so much - love Shona, Barbarella BEETS

Thanks for having us, East Coast Whisky! What a brilliant night last night for the East Coast Whisky Dinner — we were delighted to be asked to be part of it again, serving up a specially curated menu to match their expertly chosen drams. From the smoked Belhaven butter to the chicken and pheasant roulade, every dish was designed to complement the whisky pairings — and judging by the empty plates, we’d say it worked a treat! A huge thank you to the East Coast Whisky team for hosting such a warm, welcoming, and well-oiled evening. Here’s to more delicious partnerships in the future!

🎉🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHEF SHONA! 🎂🎉 Today, we’re celebrating Shona Thomson, the powerhouse behind Barbarella BEETS, who isn’t just an incredible chef but a true champion of local produce, community spirit, and good food for a good cause. 🍽️💛 From her passion for sourcing the best ingredients right here in East Lothian to her dedication to raising funds for local charities (remember her epic trek in Nepal for Dunbar Foodshare?!), Shona brings heart and purpose to everything she does. 🌍✨ She’s taught so many of us how to cook with confidence, make the most of fresh, seasonal ingredients, and create meals that nourish both body and soul. 📣 Let’s fill the comments with birthday wishes and tell us – what’s your favourite dish Shona has ever made? Or how has she inspired you in the kitchen? 👇💬 Happy birthday, Shona – from all your customers, staff, and friends of Barbarella BEETS! 🥳🎈 #HappyBirthdayShona #BarbarellaBEETS #SupportLocal #FoodForGood #EastLothianEats

Barbarella BEETS at the Thermomix Edinburgh Store Opening! 🎉🍴 What a fantastic day celebrating the grand opening of the brand-new Thermomix Store in Edinburgh! We had the pleasure of exploring the latest in kitchen innovation, meeting fellow food lovers, and, of course, getting inspired by the magic of Thermomix. ✨ From effortless meal prep to gourmet-level cooking at the touch of a button, Thermomix is a game-changer—just like the creative, delicious dishes we love to whip up at Barbarella BEETS! 💚 A huge thank you to the Thermomix team for hosting such a brilliant event. If you’re in Edinburgh and love cooking, be sure to check them out! #BarbarellaBEETS #ThermomixEdinburgh #FoodieFun #CookingInnovation #KitchenMagic

✨ Happy 12th Birthday to Our Awesome Sidekick! ✨ Our top critic, chief taste tester, and all-around superstar, Summerette Thomson, is turning 12! 🎉 This wee legend has been part of the Barbarella BEETS family from the start—keeping us all on our toes, sharing her honest (and usually spot-on) opinions, and charming the socks off our clients. Summerette, we love you to bits, and so does everyone who walks through our doors. Have the BEST birthday, wee yin! 💛🎂 #BarbarellaBeets #HappyBirthdaySummerette #OurTopCritic

WHAT’S YOUR PERFECT SUNDAY ROAST? 🍽️🔥 Alright, foodies of East Lothian People — let’s settle this once and for all! What makes the ultimate Sunday roast? Is it all about crispy roasties, melt-in-the-mouth meat (or a cracking veggie centrepiece), rich homemade gravy, or Yorkshire puds piled high? 👀 👇 Drop your must-have roast essentials in the comments! Bonus points if you tell us your gravy secrets… 👇 ✅ Book now and pay for our Cook Clubs or Teatime/Supper Clubs lu.ma/user/BBEETS Tag your Sunday roast crew and let’s get talking about the best way to plate up the perfect feast! 🥂✨

✨ A Huge Thank You! ✨ What a night! Our Mexican-themed Supper Club last night was a feast of bold flavours, good company, and plenty of happy tummies. 🌶️🌽 A massive gracias to everyone who joined us—we loved sharing our menu with you, and the atmosphere at Wishing Tree by the Sea was just incredible! 🎉 We’re especially buzzing after hearing from one of our lovely guests that our Mexican menu was “better than Six by Nico”—we’ll take that! 🙌 If you missed this one, don’t worry—more Supper Clubs are on the way - ✅ Book now lu.ma/user/BBEETS 💬 Let us know your favourite dish from last night in the comments! ⬇️ #BarbarellaBeets #SupperClub #MexicanFeast #BetterThanSixByNico #FoodieHeaven

🌿 Midweek Herb: Embrace the Freshness of Spring with Chives! 🌱 Spring is in the air, and so is the vibrant, mild onion flavour of chives! These delicate green shoots add a fresh lift to everything from salads and soups to creamy sauces and scrambled eggs. 🍳✨ 💡 Ways to Use Chives This Week: 🥔 Sprinkle over buttery new potatoes for a simple but delicious side. 🥚 Mix into omelettes or egg mayo for an extra layer of flavour. 🧄 Stir into sour cream or yoghurt for a quick, herby dip. 🥗 Toss into fresh salads or homemade vinaigrettes for a burst of green goodness. Chives are not only tasty but packed with vitamins and antioxidants—perfect for a springtime boost! How do you like to use them? Let us know in the comments! 👇

MIDWEEK HERB 🌿 BASIL Have you enjoyed the magic of fresh basil in your cooking? Whether it's adding a touch to your pasta, a sprinkle on your pizza, or blending into a homemade pesto, basil's flavour and aroma are simply unbeatable. Try a Barbarella BEETS quick and delicious meal of a basil, bacon, and avocado wrap. The combination of crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and fresh basil is just perfect. Give it a try and let me know what you think! 🥓🥑🌯 For more Mid Week Spice/Herb news follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and our WhatsApp number channel. To find out more about our catering options check out our bio link https://linktr.ee/barbarellabeets.