Lunch at Taste Buds

If you’re in the market for friendly ambiance and a hearty lunch, Paisley’s Taste Buds is for you. Editor Robert Blair pays a visit.  Situated on Lawn Street, Taste Buds is a true gem of a café. Embedded into the fabric of their community, their exuberant staff have gone above and beyond to get... Read More

Lunch at Papamacs Gourmet Kitchen

Affordable fine dining is the order of the day at this highly impressive family-owned restaurant in Johnstone. Paul Whitelaw finds himself spoiled for choice. The range of food on offer at Papamacs Gourmet Kitchen is quite something to behold. I’m not just talking about the sheer variety of meals, snacks and desserts to choose... Read More

Lunch at The Farm at No. 12

Our famished editor treats himself to a mouth-watering spot of lunch at this converted farmhouse oasis. I’ll stick my neck out and wager that The Farm at No. 12 is the only café in Renfrewshire with an adorable menagerie of alpacas, micro-pigs and mini-ponies as neighbours. Just a short drive from the centre of Paisley,... Read More

Lunch at Woodlands

In need of some warmth and sustenance as the days grow shorter? Our editor finds the ideal daytime retreat. Situated just outside Paisley town centre, a mere ten-minute walk from Gilmour Street station, this convivial eatery deserves to be more than a popular secret.  It’s an aromatic oasis of speciality teas, coffees, cakes and... Read More