We discover the charms of the coastal city of Dundee on a short
walking tour this morning. Dundee has undergone a considerable
resurgence in recent years, largely due to a redevelopment project
which has transformed the waterfront into a hub of art, culture and
stunning architecture.
Our tour ends at what is perhaps the jewel in the crown of the
waterfront, the contemporary V&A Museum of Design, which we
have some time to explore at leisure. Opened in 2018, the V&A
is the first museum of its kind in Scotland, and showcases the very
best of the country's design heritage, all housed in a striking
building designed by award-winning Japanese architect Kengo
Kuma.
After some free time to grab lunch in Dundee, we visit the
coastal town of Arbroath. Arbroath is known for its idyllic
harbour, long sandy beaches, historic abbey and famous delicacy,
the 'Arbroath smokie' - salted haddock which is smoked over a wood
fire. We find out more about this traditional Scottish specialty
with an informative talk and cooking demonstration, discovering how
the smokies are prepared using methods which date back to the late
1800s before being smoked over wood chips in a whisky barrel. We
have the chance to sample mouthwatering smoky fish fresh from the
barrel, before transferring back to Dundee by coach for an evening
at leisure.
The 4th largest city in Scotland, Dundee is a somewhat
overlooked treasure which combines medieval history with an
unpretentious charm and a flourishing food and drink scene. There
are a number of fantastic eateries which you could choose visit,
from stylish restaurants to humble cafés and traditional pubs
serving typical Scottish fare. Perhaps take the opportunity to try
haggis, Scotland's most emblematic dish, and a fitting way to end
our Scottish adventure.
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