Frangos Kitchen (Linnwood, Paisley) 2024 : Review

VISITED
09-04-2024

Visit & Vibes

When I received an invitation to Frango’s Kitchen, located in Linwood, Paisley, for a meal, my friend and I arrived at the restaurant.

My friend felt a sense of familiarity with the area, but I couldn’t recall having been there before. As we entered Frango’s Kitchen, the spaciousness and modern design, as evident in the photos, struck us.

The atmosphere was cosy, with various seating options available for dining in or waiting for takeout, including barstools by the window to enjoy the Scottish weather.

Décor★★★★★
Noise Level★★★★★
Restaurant Temperature★★★★★
Table Dressing★★★
Restaurant Cleanliness★★★★★
Background Music Level★★★★★
Disabled ToiletsYes

The Food

Menu Choice★★★★★

Grilled Chicken Burger with Peri Fries
Succulent Peri Peri chicken fillet in a soft, seedless bun with mayo and lettuce

Today, I decided to try the grilled chicken burger, as this option caught my attention. I wanted to experience its tenderness and taste, along with some peri-peri fries.

Upon opening the package, I was pleased with the generous portion size, making it good value for money. I eagerly anticipated indulging in this meal.

Starting with the fries, I found them to be perfectly cooked, with a delightful peri flavour. They were impeccably seasoned, earning praise from my friend as well.

Moving on to the grilled chicken burger, I found it to be tender and flawlessly grilled, complemented by lettuce, mayo, and other salad ingredients. Each bite was thoroughly enjoyable.

Overall, I was impressed by the presentation, service, and quality of both the burger and fries, making it a delightful and affordable dining experience.

Dish Flavour★★★★
Appearance★★★★
Serving Size★★★★★
Aroma★★★★★
Value for Money★★★★★
MY RATING:★★★★

5 Spicy Chicken Wings
Succulent fried spicy chicken wings

My friend ordered some spicy chicken wings, and after sampling one, I decided to include them in my review. You receive a generous portion size, making it excellent value for money.

The chicken wings were perfectly cooked, with a delightful deep-fried batter coating them. In terms of spice level, I found it manageable, with a subtle kick towards the end. As someone with a lower tolerance for spicy food, I appreciated the mild heat.

I learned that the spice level has been adjusted to accommodate various preferences, which I believe is commendable. It’s important to make such changes to ensure customer satisfaction, creating a win-win situation.

Overall, the chicken wings were delicious, and I would certainly order them again.

Dish Flavour★★★★
Appearance★★★★
Serving Size★★★★★
Aroma★★★★★
Value for Money★★★★★
MY RATING:★★★★

Slice of Biscoff Cheesecake
Vanilla cheesecake topped with delicious Lotus Biscoff spread and crumb on a crunch biscuit base

I had to satisfy my sweet tooth, so I decided to end my meal with something sweet—a slice of Biscoff cheesecake. When it arrived, I was impressed by the generous portion size and its appealing appearance, and I couldn’t wait to indulge.

The Biscoff cheesecake was incredibly delicious and rich. Its thickness allowed me to easily scoop up a satisfying bite with each spoonful. It truly lived up to its reputation, delivering on flavour and texture. After finishing it, I felt pleasantly full and thoroughly satisfied.

Dish Flavour★★★★
Appearance★★★★★
Serving Size★★★★★
Aroma★★★★★
Value for Money★★★★★
MY RATING:★★★★

Final Thoughts…

Firstly, a big thanks to the hosts for the invitation. My friend and I had a delightful meal, thoroughly enjoying our orders.

It’s heartening to see these small eateries popping up, and having visited a few, I can confidently say that the food here is exceptionally tasty and offers great value for money. I urge you to bypass the big chains like McDonald’s and Burger King and opt for these local gems instead. The meals are more satisfying, better priced, and far tastier.

If you find yourself in the area or passing through, I encourage you to make a stop. There’s a convenient car park behind the location, allowing for easy access.

Simply park, stroll over, place your order, and enjoy your meal. Afterwards, I’d love to hear about your dining experience and the dishes you tried. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.

Service / Staff★★★★★
Ambience★★★★★
Time between Courses★★★★★
Halal FriendlyYES
Overall Value for Money★★★★★
MY OVERALL RATING★★★★
It’s important to note that all the views and opinions expressed in my blog posts and vlogs are entirely personal, have not been influenced in any way and reflect my individual perspective. I value authenticity and honesty above all, and my content is a genuine reflection of my thoughts and experiences.

Duisdale House Hotel Dinner (Isle of Skye) 2024 : Review

Visit & Vibes

I was given an overnight stay for my 40th birthday by two good friends at the Duisdale House Hotel on the Isle of Skye.

After touring the island by car, it was time to check into the hotel, have dinner, and likely retire early after a long day of driving.

Décor★★★★★
Noise Level★★★★★
Restaurant Temperature★★★★★
Table Dressing★★★★★
Restaurant Cleanliness★★★★★
Background Music Level★★★★★

The Food

I opted for the two courses at £39.00

Chicken Liver Parfait
Red Onion Chutney, Mini Brioche Loaf

I started with the Chicken Liver Parfait, and upon its arrival, the presentation was delightful, accompanied by the lovely aroma of the mini brioche loaf.

Cutting the brioche loaf in half, I spread the Chicken Liver Parfait, followed by the Red Onion Chutney, and took a bite.

This was incredibly delicious. The brioche had a delightful texture, slightly warm and wonderfully sweet, while the Chicken Liver Parfait was exceptionally smooth yet bursting with flavour. The Red Onion Chutney added the perfect finishing touch, balancing out all the flavours. It was truly exceptional; one of the best Chicken Liver Parfaits I’ve had in a long time, especially when paired with the brioche loaf.

Another aspect I appreciated was the ample portion of mini brioche provided with the Chicken Liver Parfait. Often, in other establishments, you receive only a few small slices or crackers, leaving you with too much parfait and not enough accompaniment. This dish, however, was perfectly balanced, offering just the right amount of everything.

It made for an incredibly satisfying starter tonight.

Dish Flavour★★★★★
Appearance★★★★★
Serving Size★★★★★
Aroma★★★★★
Value for Money★★★★★
MY RATING:★★★★★

Fillet of Halibut
New Potatoes, Seaweed, Curried Mussel

For my main course, I was torn between several options but ultimately decided to try the fillet of halibut, served with new potatoes, seaweed, and curried mussels.

Upon arrival, the presentation was pleasing, and then the aroma hit me. Wow, it smelled delicious.

I started with one of the curried mussels, and it was incredible. The flavours were so delightful that the curried mussels could easily stand alone as a separate dish. That’s how tasty they were.

The halibut was equally impressive. Perfectly cooked, boneless, with a lovely flaky texture and a wonderfully fresh taste.

Combining all the elements, this dish was exceptionally flavorful, and I highly recommend it if you’re dining here and it’s available on the menu. Every aspect was meticulously balanced, from the varied textures and aromas to the diverse flavours.

I thoroughly enjoyed every bite. Once again, if you have the opportunity to dine here and spot this dish on the menu, I strongly encourage you to give it a try.

Dish Flavour★★★★★
Appearance★★★★★
Serving Size★★★★★
Aroma★★★★★
Value for Money★★★★★
MY RATING:★★★★★

Final Thoughts…

Overall, much like the hotel itself, I was incredibly impressed with both the dinner and the service tonight. The waitstaff was exceptionally attentive, friendly, and helpful.

As for the food, all credit to the chef, it was truly excellent. I couldn’t find fault with any aspect of it. If what you’ve just read has piqued your interest, I encourage you to explore the hotel and read my review. It’s an honest assessment, just like the one provided above.

In summary, if you happen to visit this establishment, be sure to dine in for dinner.

It’s an experience not to be missed. And if you do decide to visit, please share your thoughts and what you order in the comments below. I’d love to hear about your experience!

Service / Staff★★★★★
Ambience★★★★★
Time between Courses★★★★★
Halal Friendly★★★★★
Vegan Friendly★★★★★
Overall Value for Money★★★★★
MY OVERALL RATING★★★★★
The above blog post review is 100% honest and has not been influenced in anyway. Its a true representation of my thoughts.

New House Renovations (Part 7)

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Finally, the kitchen and breakfast bar were in place.

My next step was to hire a tiler to complete the kitchen floor and the front entrance.

After finding one, it was time to choose some tiles. I ensured they were non-slip and coordinated. Initially, I considered black and shiny for a nice contrast, but upon realizing the potential danger of spilt water on shiny surfaces, I opted for non-slip tiles. As shown in the picture below, the tiler did an excellent job.

Regarding the front area, as you may have read in previous posts, I had to attempt to level the area before hiring the tiler.

These are the tiles I chose, and this is how it turned out. I selected this colour because there isn’t much light in my hall, so it adds a touch of warmth.

Now it was time to get the flooring down in the rest of the living room and hall, and my friend’s son helped with that.

As you can see what a transformation it took and he did an amazing job! My first time stepping inside my house after this I was blown away at how good it looked.

Now back to the kitchen…

Again I couldn’t have done this without the help of my two friends, I am truly blessed to have them in my life and how much they are helping me.

After lots of measuring and cutting and attention to detail, my friends got the breakfast bar sides on….followed by the surface and cut the hob hole and at that point, I had a nearly finished kitchen.

How amazing does it look!!! I still can’t believe after all this time wondering how it would look, I could now stand and see my friend’s design in front of me and it was a great design.

A few more finishing touches and I can start getting kitchen items and accessories.

What was outside cupboard which is now inside, my friends did some plumbing, cutting shelving and tidying the pipes inside….so now I am ready to get a washer dryer and put it in place.

Keep watching for what happens next.