Taste of the Highlands
Get ready to savour the very best flavours from across the Highlands and Islands at this must-visit celebration of food and drink! On Sunday 7th March 2027, Eden Court will once again transform into a vibrant showcase of exceptional local produce, artisan products, and culinary creativity.
Formerly known as Taste of Inverness, this expanded event brings together passionate local producers, artisan makers, and the very best culinary talent of the Scottish Highlands and Islands.
One day. One venue. Hundreds of Highland and Island flavours to discover.
Taste of the Highlands is a flagship regional food and drink event, bringing together award-winning producers, talented makers, renowned chefs, and passionate food lovers from across the Scottish Highlands and Islands.
Discover new flavours, meet the people behind the products, enjoy live demonstrations, and celebrate the rich food and drink heritage that makes our region so special. Whether you're a dedicated foodie, a supporter of local businesses, or simply looking for a fantastic day out, Taste of the Highlands 2027 promises an unforgettable experience.
Spread across Eden Court and the Empire Theatre, the event will be packed with food and drink, with plenty of opportunities to sample a fantastic range of local products.
Explore, taste, and take home the best of Scottish Produce
Get ready to meet an incredible line-up of food and drink producers from across the Highlands and Islands. With over 50 local businesses joining us, you’ll have the chance to sample their creations, chat to the makers, and discover local products and produce you may never have come across before.
From artisan meats and handcrafted cheeses to small-batch spirits, craft beers, and delicious vegetarian options, the festival is packed with exciting tastes to explore.
And the best part? You can buy your favourite products on the day, perfect for taking home something truly special or supporting a new local producer who will become your new obsession!
Meet the exhibitors!
Bakers
Xoko Bake House - Inverness
Eviedale Bakehouse - Orkney
Bakhoos Bakery - Black Isle
World Shortbread Championships - Highland-wide
Made on the Hill Shortbread - Dorothy May Morrison & Inverness Castle Experience
Coffee, Tea and Soft Drinks
Distilleries, Spirits, Beer and Wine
Tomatin Distillery - Inverness
Singleton Glen Ord Distillery - Muir of Ord
Black Isle Brewery - Inverness
The Highland Liquor Company - Ullapool
Produce
Loch Ness Ice cream - Inverness
Val's Scottish Tablet Treats - Kinross
Isle of Mull Seaweed - Isle Of Mull
Rose Cottage Country Kitchen - Nairn
Food Experiences
Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel - Inverness
Beria - AC Marriott - Inverness
The Scottish Cooking Experience - Inverness
La Tortilla - Inverness
Interested in exhibiting?
If you are a producer interested in taking part, we have limited spaces available. Please email emma@visitiln.com for more information.
Be inspired by the professionals!
What’s more, you’re invited to take a front-row seat at our live chef demonstrations and inspiring producer talks.
Watch talented local chefs bring Highland ingredients to life, discover new techniques you can try at home, and hear the real stories behind some of Scotland’s most exciting food and drink businesses.
Get your tickets today!
For a small £7 entrance fee, you will receive a branded tote bag to help gather plenty of delicious samples from the great range of stalls!
This also gives you entry to the live demos and talks from the lineup of local producers, with Sarah Rankin, Masterchef Finalist, as your host.
Taste of the Highlands Dinner
Saturday 20 February 2026
Kingsmills Hotel
As part of Taste of the Highlands, Visit Inverness Loch Ness and the Kingsmills Hotel are teaming up for the third year to host an evening dedicated to local producers.
Join us for the Taste of the Highlands Dinner which tells the story of the Highlands’ incredible natural produce, with the greatest celebration of all – bringing people together to share exceptional local food and drink with our guests.
