Taste of Inverness Dinner

A Special Evening

Friday 28th February 2025 – 7pm

A one off dining experience, celebrating the finest local producers from the Inverness & Loch Ness region. This evening offers a unique opportunity to indulge in exceptional food and drink, set against the backdrop of Inverness’s Food & Drink Festival. Perfect for food lovers and local producers and anyone passionate about Highland flavours! This will be a true celebration of the region’s exceptional produce and vibrant community.

Included:

• Canapés on arrival
• 4 course menu showcasing local produce
• Introduction to contributing suppliers joining us on the evening
• Wine with the meal, compliments of WoodWinters
• Tickets cost £60 per guest.

Our host, Sarah Rankin

Sarah Rankin will host the evening, weaving storytelling from our producers throughout the meal. A MasterChef finalist and celebrated cookbook author with strong ties to the Highlands, Sarah brings a warm, approachable charm. Known for her intimate supper clubs, she has a gift for creating relaxed yet aspirational dining experiences that celebrate the richness of local produce – and this evening promises to be just that! A joyful and community-focused evening where great food and conversation come together.

Sarah Rankin is a chef, food writer and lover of Scottish flavours and produce and is delighted and honoured to once again be working with Visit Inverness Loch Ness, to help promote food and drink tourism. And, showcase the amazing range of talented businesses and individuals who make a visit to the Highlands so delicious.

Sarah celebrates Scotland’s Larder and its artisan producers. Both in her food writing, radio broadcasting, chef demonstrations, private dining, supper clubs and food festival appearances. She loves to promote local suppliers, sustainable food practices and Scottish produce.

Her first cookbook, ‘Kith’ which celebrates Scottish flavours, local producers and the joy of cooking for those you love, is out now.

The menu concept

Our menu from Kingsmills Executive Chef Geoff Malmedy is in partnership with outstanding local partners from across the region. The result is a glorious showcase of our exceptional food and drink heritage incorporating contributions from small scale producers of artisanal bread, fresh microgreens and herbs, premium seafood, high-quality hyper-local meats and craft beverages.

Highlights include Loch Ness Gin-cured Seastocks Hebridean salmon with microgreens from Inverness Botanic Gardens, Strathspey venison Wellington from Simpsons Game with a rich Highland roast coffee jus, and a decadent Tomatin whisky crème brûlée. Paired with artisanal bread from XOKO, craft beverages from Dog Falls Brewery and Inverness Coffee Roastery, and hyper-local meats and seafood, this menu showcases the very best of our region’s larder. And, our vegan menu includes a stunning selection of local ingredients including Left Coast Culture cheeses and Inverness Gin-infused cucumber terrine. 

We are delighted to be working with a number of partners including WoodWinters Inverness – who are providing wines to accompany the menu.

Terms and Conditions

Ticket includes arrival drink, 3 course dinner in one of the historic dining rooms at Kingsmills Hotel and wine courtesy of WoodWinters Inverness. Guests will join hospitality tables of up to 10 guests. Booking 10 tickets together will ensure a private table. This ticket is non-refundable or changeable. The management reserves the right to cancel or re-arrange events. We’ll provide an alternative date or venue or process a refund in this instance.