Shona Byrne, project manager with Aberdeen Inspired, who oversees Aberdeen Restaurant Week, said she was delighted with the enthusiastic response from every restaurant, café and bar that has signed up.
“We had no sooner finished our last Foodie Fortnight in February than venues were getting in touch asking to be part of the next one. It’s that level of enthusiasm that has turned Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks into the largest of its kind in Scotland,” said Shona.
“The feedback we have had from previous Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks is that those taking part see it as an ideal way to welcome old and new customers, showcase what they have to offer and boost trade at a traditionally quiet time. All this, while increasing footfall in the city centre which boosts the wider economy.
“And we know that it is hugely popular with discerning diners, making it one of the highlights of the cultural calendar in the Granite City.”
Award-winning chef Graham Mitchell said he was delighted that both Tarragon by Graham Mitchell in Rosemount and Tarragon on the Terrace are taking part in Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks as a fantastic opportunity to showcase two very different dining experiences while celebrating the incredible local produce, talented people and warm hospitality Aberdeen has to offer.
He added: “The city’s hospitality sector really needs this extra push at the moment. Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks is a fantastic initiative that encourages people to get out, try somewhere new and support local independent businesses. Every booking makes a difference, not just to individual restaurants but to the wider economy, helping create jobs, support local suppliers and keep our city centre vibrant.