…That is one of the world’s great taste experiences… they are just unbelievably tasty.
Chef, restaurateur, author & presenter
…they are incomparable.
Chef & food writer
…that’s as good as fish gets.
Archaeologist, historian, author & broadcaster
That is just beautiful. It is just perfect.
Presenter & columnist
I have never tasted Arbroath Smokie like that in my life. That is just sensational — you’re just in a different realm.
Chef, teacher, author & presenter
That fish is just fantastic. It doesn’t really get better than that.
Chef, restaurateur & presenter
I am not a fan of the term ‘food hero’… if I was forced to choose one person to bear that burden it would be Iain R. Spink, the guardian of the Arbroath Smokie…
Food writer, author & broadcaster
They were delicious…
Chef, restaurateur, author & presenter
It has a rich creaminess and moisture, and fresh like that is undoubtedly the best way to eat Smokies.
Food writer, author & columnist
…eye-opening, a revelation in taste and texture
Cook, food writer, author & presenter
That flavour was just so immense… A delight to eat your food… This man is creating a whole new culinary education.
Chef, restaurateur, author & presenter
The moist warm flesh is divine. It is one of the best fish I have ever tasted.
Food writer, author & columnist
Simply some of the most delicious fish I’ve ever had. Nice one, Iain.
Chef, restaurateur, author & presenter
Iain R. Spink’s Original Smokies From Arbroath.
Iain is a regularly seen face at Fife Farmer’s Markets, and various Food Shows and events around the country. A well known promoter of the Arbroath Smokie, Iain has been featured on numerous TV programmes such as The BBC’s ‘Coast,’ ‘Jamie’s Great Britain,’ ‘ Great British Menu,’ ‘The Campervan Cook,’ ‘Rick Stein’s Food Heroes,’ ‘UKTV Food Local Food Heroes’ and numerous others.
Iain R Spink’s Original Smokies From Arbroath Ltd have been included in Great Taste Top 50 Foods in Britain.
Arbroath Smokies produced by Arbroath-based Iain R Spink have been named as one of the Top 50 Foods within the UK.
The list was drawn up as part of the Guild of Fine Food’s annual Great Taste accreditation scheme, which saw 8,807 food and drink products blind-tasted and whittled down over the course of 45 days by 350 experts. See the press release to find out more about the Awards.
Plus Iain’s received a 3 Star Gold Award (the highest level) in the prestigious 2012 Great Taste Awards, the latest in a long line of accolades and awards.
Out And About : See Iain At Shows, Fairs & Markets
He is asked to attend Food Shows, Highland Games, Game Fairs and numerous other events all over the country. The aromas emanating from the burning hardwood logs in his smoking barrel are unmistakable. Iain started up his mobile Arbroath Smokie demonstrations over 10 years ago, and is now regarded as something of an ambassador for the product, his high-profile undoubtedly benefiting other smokie producers in the town, due to the increased awareness of the Arbroath Smokie.
So, if you want to experience Iain’s Arbroath Smokies for yourself, at their best, fresh from the barrel, check the Calendar dates, and plan your visit to Iain Spink’s Original Smokies From Arbroath.
A Few Of Our Awards
The Arbroath Smokie Bible
Iain’s written a book! ‘The Arbroath Smokie Bible’ includes the history of the Smokie, the skilled process involved in its preparation plus a collection of recipes.
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