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November Update

We are reacting and resetting whenever the regulations change and we appreciate your support and understanding as we navigate these challenges. As of November 13, we entered Level 3 which means that there are a few changes to our operating structure. Under the rules of Level 3, we are not permitted to serve alcohol and […]

Strange Times

Rmitchell

I think we can all agree that lockdown has changed the way we live. It turns out at times such as these that we underestimate the importance of human connection.  Being unable to engage with friends, extended family and even strangers has a much bigger effect on us than we might imagine. Just think of […]

Share the Love in Kinross-Shire

accommodation in kinross

If you run any type of accommodation in Kinross-shire, we should talk. Many of the Court House’s diners are tourists. Sometimes they’re passing through and have stumbled upon us. More often, they have reasearched in advance and made a reservation. We also get a lot of our custom through word of mouth. Happy customers telling […]

Court House Introducing ….. Jordan Lowe

jordan lowe head chef

Jordan Lowe has been with us since early 2016 when he came on board as a Chef de Partie under our previous Head Chef Derek Johnstone. Now the new leader in our kitchen, we took the time to catch up with him. Over the last few years, under Derek’s tutelage, he has progressed and is now […]

Sweet Treats for CHAS!

CHAS dessert

The Court House Coffee Bar & Restaurant in Kinross recently hosted a dessert tasting for children, families and staff from the town’s local children’s hospice, Rachel House, which is part of Children’s Hospices Across Scotland – better known as CHAS. Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) is on a mission to reach every family in Scotland […]

Ginuary

Ginuary

Dry January?  Not for us.  This month we are all about Ginuary! Gin has exploded on the drinks scene over the last few years and now every palate is catered for.  With inventive flavours and interesting serves, we’ve got something to suit everyone.  Read on for our top 5 Ginuary faves. Minus 33 Pink Gin […]

The Court House Christmas Survival Guide

Court House Christmas Survival Guide

We’ve barely finished the Hallowe’en sweets and there is still a whiff of mouldy pumpkin in the air. It can mean only one thing……..the C word.  Here is our Christmas Survival Guide. Christmas is a time for sharing, caring and spending time with people you love.  All wonderful things. It’s also a time for purchasing, […]

A Day in the Life…

Restaurant Manager

The Court Reporter met up with the busy Court House Restaurant Manager Sarah Jane Marshall to find out just exactly what being Restaurant Manager involves. TCR So, what do you do all day? SJM Ha! Everything! We have around 25 staff here at The Court House and I’m responsible for ensuring everyone knows what they […]

Eating Out With Kids

Eating out with kids

There is a huge amount of research out there as to why sitting around a table and sharing a meal is good for families. It is also true that eating out with kids isn’t always the most relaxing of experiences. When we dine out, I have a soft-focus image in my head of a smiling […]