Orkney Halloween Traditions

Like in many parts of Scotland, Halloween has been celebrated in Orkney for years. Some traditions however, are Orkney originals! 

October 27, 2022

How To Make a Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche Pizza

We’re going a little fancier than plain old cheese today. Smoked salmon and crème fraîche pizza may sound like a lot of work, but it only takes 30 minutes to make!
September 26, 2022

How to Make Fish Pie Mac & Cheese

It’s national mac and cheese day! Possibly our favourite day of the year, after Christmas. You can’t go wrong with a classic mac’n’cheese dish, but today we’re combining it with a fish pie for a crowd pleasing dinner.

How To Plan The Perfect Picnic This Summer

As we head into longer, warmer summer days, it feels like the perfect time for a summer picnic. Picnics can be as elaborate or as simple as you’d like; from a store-bought sandwich to a luxury hamper with champagne.

How To Make a Classic Fish And Chips From Scratch

It’s national fish and chips day! We’re celebrating with a plate of homemade fish and chips, using Jolly’s oak smoked haddock fillets.

May 27, 2022

Jollys of Orkney Mackerel and Lentil Salad

This Jollys of Orkney Smoked Mackerel Salad is bursting with goodness, combined with protein rich lentils and complimented by cool Greek yogurt.

July 04, 2018

Simmer Dim Smoked Salmon Salad

What better way to celebrate the summer solstice than with this delicious smoked salmon salad. Representing the Simmer Dim – a period of time when the days are light, bright and darkness doesn’t descend over Orkney. This salad is inspired by the gorgeous amber skies that shine brightly over our island during mid-summer.
June 21, 2018