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Something a little bit different for this post - we have Hotel Chocolat.  address - 42 Buchanan St, Glasgow G1 3JX website -  https://www.hotelchocolat.com/uk instagram - @hotelchocolat   Whilst I was aiming these posts at ice cream and desserts, this is a spot that you definitely won’t want to miss. Heading into the colder months who doesn’t love a hot chocolate? Right.  Hotel Chocolat can be described as an upmarket chocolatier chain consisting of cafes, outlets, factory stores and restaurants. They even have a hotel in St Lucia.  The company began in 1993 solely online and by 2004 they had opened the doors of their first shops. Ethics are also at the heart of Hotel Chocolat meaning that their cacao beans are bought at higher than market price to support the farmers. Furthermore they strive to reduce waste and create a positive impact.  Whilst all of their produce is great, for the sake of this blog we will be discussing their Glasgow store on B...

 On todays round of reviews we have Big Licks! address - 47 Finnieston St, Finnieston, Glasgow G3 8JU instagram - @biglicksofficial  Big Licks store is positioned in Finnieston so it is safe to say students make up a big part of the consumers. There is also plenty parking which is convenient but also means you'll be sure to spot some boys waiting for their order, racing around. With Big Licks offering collection, dine in or takeaway service it suits everyone! Furthermore the opening hours are 1-10:30pm so is a good spot to get something sweet after a nice meal out.    The logo is super recognisable and fun, and is light up in red LED on both the outside and inside of the shop - you won't miss it when passing. I've visited Big Licks a fair few times now and tend to just collect my order rather than siting in. However, this has nothing to do with the interior decor or atmosphere. They stick with red ...

 Welcome back! For the second recommendation I will be discussing Colpi Geleteria.  address - 38 Main St, Milnagvie, Glasgow G62 6BU website - https://www.purecolpi.co.uk/gelateria instagram - @purecolpi Colpi Geleteria is located slightly outside of Glasgow, in Milngavie (only a 20 minute drive, or train journey) but it is definitely one worth mentioning. Differing from the popular newer dessert shops, Colpi ice cream uses an 100 year old recipe which remains unchanged. The premises opened in 1928 just after the Italian immigration making the ice cream  truly traditional. This gives Colpi that extra special feel. Furthermore, their artisan ice cream is fully handcrafted every day in store making it even fresher and tastier. It is also something which is hard to come by these days. Colpi's motto is 'when life is complicated, you can rely on Colpi to keep things perfectly simple. Our traditional ice cream captures the ...

First up we have Loop and Scoop!  address - 665 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G12 8RE website -   https://loopandscoop.com/#about instagram -   @loopandscoop Loop and Scoop originally opened on Great Western Road, situated in the west end of Glasgow. However, in recent months a new branch has opened up in Bearsden, extending their clientele beyond their typical university students. It is the UK's first ever churro and ice cream bar which adds a unique touch. Their signature dish is the Loop and Scoop, consisting of, as the name suggests, a scoop of ice cream with a big loop shaped churro. In addition, they offer a variety of ice cream flavours (take home size tubs are also available) and different styles of churros ranging from churro bites to larger sizes with a side of sweet dips. Milkshakes are available which are made from their ice cream. Something that is particularly appealing about the shop is that they cater to various dietary requirements including a selection ...

Hi, w elcome to my blog - Skye's Scoop!  The go to place to get the scoop on the best spots in Glasgow for a tasty treat.  Dessert and ice cream, in particular, for me and many others who share a sweet tooth is definitely up there with one of my favourite things. Whether it's heartbreak, a hangover or happiness, ice cream is always a healer.  With Glasgow being a city full of places to eat and new locations opening regularly, knowing where to go can be a bit overwhelming. Sometimes a point in the right direction is needed - the idea behind this blog. Over the next few posts I hope to be able to give you my opinions and recommendations on the best spots in town for desserts. The focus will be on taste, variety of choice, a little about the brand and the overall atmosphere. Whether its a late night treat, date night or you're simply looking for somewhere new to try, I'm here to help.  Enjoy x