Taste of the Highlands Dinner

A SPECIAL EVENING

FRIDAY 27TH FEBRUARY 2026 – 7PM

A rare and special dining experience with Sarah Rankin, celebrating the finest local producers from the Highland region. This evening offers a unique opportunity to indulge in exceptional food and drink, set against the backdrop of Visit Inverness Loch Ness’s Taste of the Highlands events calendar. 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:

• Amuse bouche on arrival
• Arrival drink; choose from local G&T, whisky cocktail or local beer
• Light entertainment from local musicians
• 4 course menu showcasing local produce
• Introduction to contributing suppliers joining us on the evening
• Wine with the meal (paired with starter, intermediate and main course)
• Dram of whisky to finish meal
• Tickets cost £75 per guest
• Overnight package including two tickets available for £265

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.

Host Sarah Rankin will introduce producers and their stories

Sarah celebrates Scotland’s Larder, local suppliers and artisan producers in her food writing, broadcasting, chef demonstrations, private chef services, supper clubs, pop up collaborations and culinary event hosting appearances. 

Sarah’s two cookbooks; ‘Kith – seasonal, Scottish food for family and friends’ and ‘Feast’ – a collection of menus that bring joy,’ are available now in all good bookshops.

You can hear her regular contributions on BBC Radio Scotland’s Morning Show, and as a panellist on BBC Radio 4’s iconic food show, The Kitchen Cabinet.  She is the host of the Eat and Drink Stage at the Ideal Home Show Scotland and makes regular appearances on the food festival circuit across the UK.

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, premium seafood, high-quality hyper-local meats and craft beverages.

Highlights include Seastocks Hebridean smoked salmon rillette atop a homemade The Spud Hut potato scone, Strathspey assiette of venison from Simpson Game, and a decadent chocolate and orange torte. Paired with freshly baked bread from XOKO, hyper-local meats and craft beverages from Dog Falls Brewery and Kompassion Kombucha, this menu showcases the very best of our region’s larder. And, our vegan menu includes a stunning selection of local ingredients including The Spud Hut Pink Fir Potato and soused shallot.

Core Supporting Suppliers

We are delighted to be working with a number of partners including WoodWinters Inverness – who are pairing wines to accompany the menu. And, Loch Ness Tea and Inverness Coffee Roasting, providing warming drinks to finish the evening.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Ticket includes arrival drink, 4 course dinner in our Kingsmills Suite and wine/drinks with the meal. Guests will join hospitality tables of up to 8-10 guests. Booking 8 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.