Claire Macdonald

Claire Macdonald is a long-established, authoritative food writer who runs demonstrations from her prestigious Kinloch Lodge hotel on the Isle of Skye. She is the author of a number of cookbooks, which can be bought online.


You will find details of Kinloch Lodge, with tariffs as well as information on forthcoming demonstrations, Cooking with Claire.


The online shop provides an opportunity to enjoy some of Claire's cooking at home. These luxury foods include sweet and savoury sauces, steamed puddings and fudge. We particularly like the sound of fig, orange and balsamic vinegar relish. There are also gift baskets, a combination of food, an apron and a signed copy of one of Claire's paperbacks.


Claire Macdonald's Essential Collection has grown out of years spent cooking in the kitchen. These are the must-haves from pans to knives. An all time favourite of hers is the Berndes crepe pan, all of which can be bought on the site. An ingenious pasta timer takes the the guesswork out of cooking it - take a look.


For committed cooks, why not sign up for the Monthly Menu Club which costs £25 by email and £30 by mail. Every month you will receive twelve menus devised by Claire. You are given full instructions, a shopping list and notes on recommended wines. Also all subscribers are entered into the annual draw with the chance to win a two night stay at the Lodge.