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Christmas & Hogmanay 2010We have prepared our Christmas menus, and are already taking bookings, whether it may be for a works Christmas Party or a quiet family Christmas lunch or you are ready to confirm your plans for Hogmanay, we will be able to help you. Book nowPlease call us on 01875 870682 or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to book a meal at Duck's restaurant or Donalds's bar/bistro, alternatively get in touch via our website. We also have a bus for free pick ups within 10 miles for parties of 4 to 8.The History of Duck'sDuck's restaurant was started in Eyre Place in Edinburgh in 1991, when I, Malcolm, left the Royal Marines. It was originally called Le Marché Noir and had a very gaelic feel - even the menu was in French. Duck's was added to the name in 1996 and the menu moved into English allowing the chefs a little more room to express themselves. Duck's closed in 2009 after 20 years with an international reputation, a Wine Spectator honoured wine list, entries in most major guide books and a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide. I closed Duck's in Edinburgh to concentrate on Duck's in Aberlady, I felt trying to do both was unenjoyable and not at all satisfying. I was spending too much time on the road and not enough time in either place. Duck's in Aberlady started in the space now occupied by Donald's. The start was fairly tortuous and standards were a long way from where I wanted them to be, taking on a going concern means taking on incumbent staff - difficult - the decor was also fairly horrific! The wine list was simple, the food locally sourced and the team developed under the guidance of Ros Sloan, the only remaining member of the original team and a key member of the present one. All the departed however, played their part in the move to where we now are but special thanks to chef Ben Sparrow, Harvey, Carol and Beth. Duck's moved at the begining of December 09 into what was the old function room, which has been completely revamped by local/regular John Trainer. Duck's has now really come to life with glowing candles, white linen, comfy leather chairs in the dining room, an anteroom for predinner drinks complete with cocktail bar and on the other side an outside patio for the summer. The dining room and the anteroom are partitioned by a wall with sliding doors so it is still possible to do large groups or functions. Donald'sNamed after my father Dr Donald Duck, Donald's is a sort of bar bistro. Here you can have anything from a cup of soup and a sandwich for £4.50 to a 40-day-matured fillet steak from Buccleuch Estates at £19.50. There are also two outside dining areas for summer dining. Donald's is very relaxed and child friendly as long as the parents are well behaved!
I very much hope you enjoy Duck's at Kilspindie House and Donald's Malcolm |
