Full Scottish Breakfast. Carrbridge, Scotland

November 2020

Behind it's retro sign, the Cairn Hotel in Carrbridge is one of those wonderfully charming places that reminds me of childhood holidays - patterned carpets, creaky stairs, a plentiful tea and coffee station in the room, and the warmest hospitality.  I particularly liked the nod to a Scottish teatime favourite with a Tunnock's caramel wafer in every room.






Breakfast was a particular highlight.  My first experience of a full Scottish breakfast and it set the bar high!  I made sure to make space for it by going on a morning run to explore the beautiful local scenery and enjoy the vibrant autumn colours, discovering the most picturesque stone bridge along the way.  And I'm glad I did! Kicking off with a huge, steaming bowl of traditional Scottish porridge which has a pinch of salt.  I was a little dubious as porridge to me has always been in the 'sweet' category, even when plain.  It was delicious though, and I'm a definite convert to going Scottish and putting a pinch of salt in my porridge now.  Next up was a rack of toast with all manner of spreads, followed by a plate of expertly cooked local bacon, eggs, black pudding and a tattie scone, washed down with tea and oj.  A veritable feast to set me up for the entire day.

Find the Cairn Hotel on the Main Road in Carrbridge, and be sure to explore the path out past the curling rink to the stunning Sluggan bridge.


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