Lodging in Aberlour, Scotland

“We visited the restaurant at Mash Tun for the second time in four months.The restaurant/ bar is lovingly restored and the atmosphere is pleasant, the views over the river Spey fantastic.The bar itself is really well stocked.We had had a great meal there back in July, just on a wander about old tourist haunts from when we were kids with only enough cash for a baked tattie, and found the place on a walk down to look at the Spey.Whilst perusing the menu, you are served with a jug of tap water and glasses. A nice touch, but indicative of the service offered throughout.Today, he had a half portion of the charcuterie from the main menu. Gorgeous home-made crostini, fresh and tasty Mediterranean meats, Crowdie, Scottish cheddar and chutneys. All memorable and delectable. I chose the special of pan seared scallops on a bed of seared tomatoes- three types of baby/plum- with onion, capers in a rather splendid dressing. Dreamy.Main course, we both went off menu.He had half roast chicken with lovely crispy skin, and sprouting broccoli, in a gorgeous mushroomy sauce and very moreish home-made chips- he couldn't finish it, so we were given doggy boxes.I had seafood gnocchi. Loads of tiger prawns, chunks of salmon and crab in a wonderful creamy sauce with peas and nice light gnocchi. MMMM....You begin to run out of superlatives in this place!We finished with mixed berry crumble and ice cream. As you can guess faultless, followed by filter coffee.I had a glass of house red during the meal which was good and robust, and, the other reason for being there, I ended with a Stalla Dhu Speyside single malt whisky, dreamy, mellow.... memorable.An unforgettable meal, in nice surroundings, with good service and very friendly staff.”

“Very good food served in these premises.The moules frittes were delicately cooked in onion and white wine.The venison burger was grilled exceptionally well with a great flavour.The beer battered haddock was well liked.The brownie and ice cream with hot chocolate sauce had a well achieved chocolate flavourThe Apple ? crumble was another of the dessert options”