Castle Terrace opened in 2010 in an old townhouse.  Chef Dominic Jack consulted with the team at The Kitchin in planning the “Nature to Plate” theme and so also strives to use Scottish ingredients based on the seasons in his cooking.  Chef Jack trained many years in France and also married a woman from there.  This has influenced some of his cooking to a wonderful end result.  We were excited to be invited in to his kitchen and eat a course while watching the action.  He is a most personable and friendly man from Scotland.  The kitchen is a well-oiled machine with a staff that appeared to enjoy working there.  Our French server, Carole, provided extraordinary service and I suspect that others provide equally attentive and friendly care.   Continue reading →