Known for cake making, experimental jam recipes, Champagne, whisky and gin drinking (and the inability to cook Gnocchi), Rosalind is the Food and Drink Editor and whisky writer for The Scotsman, as well as hosting Scran, The Scotsman's food and drink podcast.
GlasgowWorld's editor has an extensive background in local journalism. Previously publisher at the Glasgowist online community, he has written popular books including Glasgow's 100 Best Restaurants and the Best of Glasgow city guide and cookbook.
Paul was appointed to lead the team of reporters and video journalists at GlasgowWorld. His interests and specialisms include profile interviews, music features, art and the history of Glasgow's nightlife. Paul leads the food and drink coverage for the website.
Rosemary manages commercial content and campaigns, from print to online, for The Scotsman. She is passionate about food and drink and has lots of expertise in the whisky industry. She was previously Head of Communications for the Scotch whisky industry trade body and has written extensively on Scotland's national drink.
Stephen entered the hospitality industry in 2009 when he purchased a closed hotel. Over time, he acquired three establishments before scaling down in March 2022 to launch a more intimate 48-seat restaurant. In July 2020, he co-founded the Scottish Hospitality Group, an innovative advocate for the hospitality sector in Scotland. This group has gained recognition from governments as a leading resource for industry-related information and guidance.
Sue O'Neill-Berest has been the Food Education Manager of Cyrenians for the last seven years, and manages the Cyrenians Flavour and Haver Cook School on Jane Street in Leith which provides a community hub and skills development programmes. Her particular interest lies in community development through the medium of food. In her words: "People not having enough to eat is only part of the problem. People not having someone to sit and enjoy food and conversation with is a greater societal problem. Food can be a catalyst to bring people together, to learn about people who are other to us and together build a better and kinder world.
With 30+ years in the Scottish food and drink sector, Amanda Brown, Programme Director at Scotland Food & Drink, oversees projects aligning with the national strategy. Passionate about the industry, she ensures delivery of initiatives, driven by her dedication to its growth and the people who drive it.