Catriona Laxton

Edinburgh

Spotter since 2020

About me

About me
I’m a born and bred Edinburgher. Although I moved away to study, I left my heart in the city and moved back as soon as I could. I love learning languages and travelling the world, always looking out for cool “spots” of course!

Why Edinburgh
Edinburgh feels like it jumped out of a storybook. The city is nestled between extinct volcanoes, has labyrinthine cobbled “closes”, a castle, a palace and too many spires to count. Yet it is also a very vibrant, modern city that hosts international festivals, offers an eclectic range of food and is a cultural hub for the whole of Scotland. I feel very lucky to be able to explore this amazing city every day.

My spots (20)

S. Luca

Ice cream and sweet treats

"S. Luca" has been one of my favorite places in Edinburgh since I was a kid. What they're famous for is their own brand of ice cream - and I love it!

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Feb 12, 2025

The Birchwood

Brilliant brunch

"The Birchwood" in Edinburgh has become one of my favorite brunch spots! They have a big cooked breafkast and you can even try our beloved haggis...

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Laxton

Jan 31, 2025

Till’s Bookshop

A literary treasure trove

"Till's Bookshop" in Edinburgh is an independent bookseller that only deals in second-hand books. It's like a bookish, joyous Aladdin's cave...

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Jan 31, 2025

Beirut

A Middle Eastern feast

"Beirut" may just be my favourite restaurant in Edinburgh. It has an incredibly extensive offering of Middle Esastern specialties and such warm staff!

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Jan 31, 2025

La Barantine Boulange

Authentic French bakery

"La Barantine Boulange" is a wonderful French bakery in Edinburgh. It aims to create an authentic French experience; you can even talk French to the staff!

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Jan 31, 2025

Lighthouse Bookshop

Revolutionary reads

"Lighthouse Bookshop" is a wonderful independent bookseller that's keeping Edinburgh's literary tradition alive. For literary lovers with a conscience!

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Jan 31, 2025

Leaf & Bean Deli Café

Relaxed café

"Leaf & Bean Deli Café" is a recent arrival to the thriving Edinburgh café scene, w/ nice breakfast & brunch. I especially recommend their Empire Biscuits!

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Jan 31, 2025

Dough Pizzeria

Mouth-watering pizzas

"Dough Pizzeria" in Edinburgh is much more than your average pizza place. The melt-in-your-mouth texture of the dough really is what makes it stand out...

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Laxton

Jan 31, 2025

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