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Beer Gardens Glasgow (FEATURED ARTICLE)

We are still waiting for spring to begin and maybe even see some summer this year and I know many of us don’t think it will happen but all we can do is hope and keep our fingers crossed!

But the great thing is, when the weather gets better and all the snow disappears it means that all the beer gardens will be ready for use!

On a summers day (we all know there aren’t many) everybody gets their shorts and sunglasses out and head to their nearest beer garden!

If you’ve never been to a beer garden your probably thinking what’s so good about it, well let’s just see;

1.      To start off it’s a time when you can sit outside, chill and watch the sun shine on you.

2.      A summers days will encourage all your friends to come out and enjoy the sunshine (even the ones that always come up with the excuses will find it hard to say no).

3.      When the sun is shining it is always deemed acceptable to start drinking in the afternoon just to absorb those extra few rays of sun and increase your vitamin D.

4.      You can absorb the great atmosphere around you, we know when the sun is shining it might not exactly be hitting the 30 degrees that we all wish for but the patio heaters that most beer gardens have will help you feel and think it is.

5.      And naturally on a sunny day everybody is happy because the sun is finally out, and so everyone just seems to be loving life that little bit more and have a few more beers than normal!

After discussing all the good things about beer gardens all we need to do is sit and wait for that one day of sunshine that we get in Scotland ( you know we are only kidding, we do get a few more than one).

Now if you are in Glasgow on that rare sunny day we would advise that you give these bars a try; Babbity Bowster’s in merchant city or if you are in the west end then give Brel or Jinty Mcginty’s a try which are both in Ashton Lane.

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Bouncer Bounce Backs (Featured Article, Glasgow)

Bouncer Bounce Backs
A quick guide on how to avoid the dreaded knock back from Glasgow's bouncers, the DO's and DO NOT's

Have you ever been knocked back from a club or bar on a night out? We know we have at the Glasgow Experience team! This is a smart article to write sober, because we all know how we feel about a KB (Knock Back) when we are out, and generally steaming. What we don't advise is arguing back with a bouncer, EVER!

What we all should consider is the role and job these guys do, they have to deal with our drunken antics all night, EVERY WEEK! Think of the abuse and torment they get on a Friday night. They get what they give out you say? Well we've seen a lot of troublemakers start off for no reason, so its not always the bouncers fault!

Now, moving away from being the bouncers best pals, we're here to try and help you out!We have been reviewing and covering a lot of Glasgow's top venues for a great night, we don't want a bouncer ruining that for you, so here are a few fun tips that should get you through the door!

1. Don't let the drunk ones talk! Hopefully somebody in your group/party can string a sentence together, bouncers don't like you slurring your please's and thank you's!

2. Get a clear plan/story: Where have you been tonight? Make sure everyone knows where they've been for pre-drinks, everyone should have the SAME answer!

3. Group of Lads? Bouncers love to send a group of guys away, club rules and all that! So, politely, and we repeat politely! introduce yourselves and mingle with a nice group of girls in the queue and split yourselves up, no more than 2 guys to a girl, this is almost a dead cert for entry!

4. Know your age and Date of Birth! A fairly obvious thing to know, but not thinking about it on your way to town can end up disasterous. A bouncer asks you whats your Date of Birth and you hesitate to answer, then your heading for the showers early!

5. Don't argue! If a bouncer says no, say "alright," and move on, try next week, if you argue and fight, they'll remember you and you will never get in! This one is from personal experience, and now looking back, is absolutely hilarious! The bouncer goes, "How many of there are you?", to which the drunk one (See Rule/Tip 1!) goes to reply but then proceeds to turn and count the people in the party, "1, 2, 3....ermmm....4....4 of us mate!," Let's just say, we didn't see the inside of that club that night!

6. This one is from personal experience, and now looking back, is absolutely hilarious! The bouncer goes, "How many of there are you?", to which the drunk one (See Rule/Tip 1!) goes to reply but then proceeds to turn and count the people in the party, "1, 2, 3....ermmm....4....4 of us mate!," Let's just say, we didn't see the inside of that club that night! DON'T DO THIS :)

7. The last one, and most important. SMILE!

These are quick tips that everyone knows from personal experiences!

Thank you for reading the article, we thought it was time to do one instead of constant reviews and recommendations!

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Have fun, and don't panic about the feared knock back! (KB)

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The Glasgow Experience - Boucer Bounce Backs (Featured Article)

Arta (Bar/Restaurant/Nightclub Glasgow)

Arta bar/restaurant is located in Glasgow’s City Centre. The bar is in Glasgow’s Merchant City so is easy to get to !

Arta is a  Mediterranean themed bar/restaurant which also has an indoor courtyard

The bar/restaurant is beautiful , absolutely stunning. The decor of this bar is outstanding it is a must see .... here are just some pictures of Arta inside ......

The bar is available for bookings for weddings and functions , so if you’re planning a classy night out with friends Arta should be on the cards!!!

The bar also serves up delicious food ranging from tapas with a sangria it has endless choices on their menu

Arta also host cocktail master classes and other special nights ( for more info on what they have on check out their website)

Staff are very welcoming and the bar has a great atmosphere !!!

For more information check and a booking check out their website: http://www.arta.co.uk/

Glasgow E-rating 9/10

Café Anduluz (Glasgow Restaurant)

Café Anduluz is a Great tapaz restaurant, located right in the heart of Glasgow at ST Vincent Place. It is great for family meals out and especially for those who want to try a little bit of everything.

Each portion is quite big so you can be assured to be full after your meal and speaking from experience, there is something for everyone even the fussiest of eaters. But you will definitely benefit more from the experience if you are a little adventurous.

After you have been a few times  and have  tried a few different dishes you  will certainly have found your favourite dish and the great thing is you never need to wait long for your food, as it is served  promptly every time!

Café Anduluz in Glasgow have  got Great friendly staff that will help you out with what kind of dish would suit you best and also provide you with the greatest service that you can ask for.

And not only do they serve great food but they also have some great cocktails!

Check it out here for more; http://www.cafeandaluz.com/

Glasgow E-rating 9/10

Vodka Revolution (Glasgow Bar)

One of the best bars to meet before a night out in Glasgow is Vodka Revolution. Located on Renfeild Street, this bar is located near all the big and best night clubs that Glasgow has to offer. Not only is the location good but the mix of cocktails and drinks are amazing!

One thing that vodka revoultion do reguarly is provide specials. The most recent one is saintly or sinful cocktails. Saintly is ones for the people who are watching what they eat but still got that kick and sinful is for those who are splashing out and going for the full thing! Take a look at the list they have on offer on their website: http://www.revolution-bars.co.uk/glasgow/drinks.php

Vodka revoultion also has a food menu which is on everyday! They have everything from small plates for a quick bite to sharing platters you and friends can dive into! They also do "Mega Mondays" which is 50% off all food! Brilliant for that hour lunch in work or uni.

You can also book a private party which is great for all occasions. You can choose your own food and cocktails too!

For any other info visit http://www.revolution-bars.co.uk/glasgow

GLASGOW E-RATING 8/10

Ming's Oriental (Glasgow Restaurant)

Ming’s Oriental Restaurant, Buchanan Street, Prices Square, Glasgow.

Entrance

 This is a great Chinese restaurant in Glasgow which also offers Japanese and Thai dishes, situated in the classic princes square setup in the heart of the city centre. Ming’s Glasgow has become renound for the variety of dishes they offer. The food is great, fresh and tasty, I always go for a chow mein which to be honest, is always a delight to the stomach after a long morning. The chow mein is light and fresh with a good portion size, great value for what I paid!

The pre-theatre/lunch menu is great value for what you get! Especially after a long morning on your feet shopping or after a busy office day!

Monday-Sunday (11am til 4.30pm) : £8.90 Starters
Chicken Noodle Soup
Chicken Sweetcorn Soup
Cantonese Spring Rolls
Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Ham and Prawn Rolls
Curry Parcel
Sesame Prawn Toast
Spicy Chicken Wings
Barbecue Spare Ribs
Japanese Sushi
Main Course
Chinese
Green Pepper and Black Bean Sauce
King Prawn* or Roasted Duck* or Chicken or Beef
Satay Sauce
King Prawn* or Roasted Duck* or Chicken or Beef or Roasted Pork
Combination* (Mixed Meat)
Ginger and Spring Onion Dishes
King Prawn* or Chicken or Beef
Combination* (Mixed Meat)
Hot and Spicy
King Prawn* or Chicken or Beef or Roasted Duck
Shredded Crispy Dishes
Chicken or Beef
Peking Sauce
King Prawn* or Chicken

Again, it is in princes square, you get a really amazing view of buchanan street and trhe hustle of the daytime traffic, which is a nice view while you sit having a relaxing dining experience at Ming’s.

Princes Square

The staff are great, service with a smile! The food service is quick but not rushed, and the staff always accommodate the fussy eaters in the group, ME! No veg in my chow mein I’m afraid, and to be fair, I’ve never had a problem!

Kutos to Ming’s Oriental Restaurant in Glasgow, amazing food, service and value!!! Great stuff.

Glasgow E-rating 9/10

Cottiers (Glasgow Bar/Restaurant/Theatre)

Theatre? Bar? Restaurant? Cottiers has it all! This beautiful renovated church has so much to offer and has a very unique atmosphere. Located in the west end of Glasgow this is a perfect place to meet up with friends or a day out with the family as it has gardens and a stone terrace surrounding the building for them very rare sunny days we get in Glasgow!

Theatre

The unique aspect of Cottiers is that not many people realise it's a theatre as well! It holds all sorts of productions and holds up to 280 people. Although it's not one of the more well known theatres, Cottiers still provides a fantastic theatrical atmosphere.

Bar

The bar is one of the best hot spots in the west end of Glasgow to meet and also to have drinks before a show! In the summer they also provide a BBQ outside on the terrace which is another added bonus to this fabulous place. The decor of he bar is outstanding and keeps in with the rest of the theme throughout the building. Brilliant place for friends and family.

The Restaurant

The decor of the restaurant is incredible. It has the "church feeling" with old restored chairs from the church and beautiful gold ceilings. Not only is the decor incredible, but the food also! The fresh food produced is delcious and the chefs also provide daily specials to mix things up a bit!

For any other info about Cottiers or to make theatre bookings or table reservations head over to: http://www.cottiers.com/

GLAGSOW E-RATING 10/10

The Metropolitan (Glasgow Bar and Restaurant)

Another one of Glasgow’s finest bars would be The Metropolitan, in Merchant City. It is very relaxed, chilled and has created a great atmosphere as well as having a great cocktail menu. It is a large bar with a variety of seating and friendly staff. It is a very popular place to go as it creates a great vibe with its natural surroundings.

As most places in Merchant Square you can choose to sit out in the courtyard where they have comfortable sofas and watch the world go by or sit inside the modern looking bar and soak up the atmosphere there instead.

You never know if you choose to give it a visit you might be lucky enough to meet some famous people as this is the kind of classy establishment that local celebrities are attracted to.

So wither it is a pint with your friends or a chilled out time with your family, the Metropolitan is the place for, so go give it a try, you won’t be disappointed.

Check it out more at:      www.metropolitan-bar.com

Glasgow E-rating 7/10

Di Maggio's (Glasgow Restaurant)

It is a classic Italian restaurant and there are restaurants all around the city but my favourite would be the one in Royal Exchange Square. Di Maggio’s start to cater for a ‘basic food eater’ to an ‘adventurous food lover’- there really is something for everyone. Wither it is for lunch or dinner every time I go I receive the best service and there are always lots of staff working so you never have long to wait for your meal either and they are all very friendly and polite. As you can expect on the weekend it gets busy so I would recommend booking a table but if you haven’t then it is never a long wait to be seated as it is a large restaurant on two floors.

Every time I go I have to get one of their delicious pizzas but if pizza isn’t for you then don’t worry as they have got all the other classic Italian dishes including a variety of pasta dishes.

Di Maggio’s can cater for large or small groups of people; they have got booths at the sides of the restaurant and then standard tables within the middle so they can move tables around to cater for larger parties. And speaking from experience even when you are with a large group of people the service you receive is still first class.

So if you have never been go and give it a try, it is family friendly and the kids can even get some crayons to colour in with.  I can ensure you that you will not be disappointed and it could even turn into one of the best restaurants you have ever been!

Check it out more at:      www.dimaggios.co.uk/

Glasgow E-rating 9/10

Drop (Glasgow Bar)

Drop is located in Glasgow’s City Centre on Waterloo Street. This bar serves up tasty food and drinks and at good prices! Easy bar to get to as it is only across the road from Glasgow’s Central Station

Drop is open 7 days a week and now opens until 1am on a Friday and Saturday so it a great venue for pre drinks!!!

Drop also has 14 tv’s that have Sky and ESPN for the sports fans out there! Ideal venue to watch the major sporting events with food and drinks ready to be served 7 days a week until late !!!

The bar has Dj’s on at the weekend music ranging from R&B to House to electro there is something to suit everyone’s taste in music !

The bar is modern and stylish inside making it a brilliant pre-club venue in Glasgow’s City Centre!!

For more details check out Drop’s website: http://www.dropglasgow.com

Glasgow E-rating- 7/10

Khublai Khans (Glasgow Restaurant)

Fancy somewhere a bit different from the usual restaurants? Then Khublai Khans is the place for you! Located in Merchant City, this Mongolian barbeque restaurant provides a very unique dining experience, from having your main course cooked fresh in front of you to the rather interesting food they serve on the menu! To take a closer look at the dinning experience, have a look at their video tutorial...



The reason as to why this place is so popular and different is the menu. You get to take a choice of starter from the menu, then it's on to the Mongolian traditional barbeque where you can take a  choice of rice or noodles, fresh veg and "exotic meats" such as Zebra (yes ZEBRA!!), however don't worry if you don't feel daring enough to try the variety of exotic meats, there is your good old chicken and beef!

This restaurant is a must experience to enjoy a different side of the typical dinning out!

For any other information: http://www.khublaikhan-glasgow.co.uk/

GLASGOW E-RATING 9/10



The Independent Bar & Kitchen (Glasgow Bar)

The Independent Bar is located in Glasgow’s City Centre on Queen Street. The bar is open 7 days a week making it ideal for any occasion. The bar offers food on top of the drinks that they offer.

The bar has a modern style and a great lively atmosphere making it the perfect place to chill out after a busy day or to catch up with friends over lunch and cocktails.

The bar has an unusual decor with the newspaper prints on some of the walls  and the others black sparkly glitter walls it is a must see !! It all sparkles away with the beautiful lighting making you feel like a celebrity !!!

Staff are very friendly and welcoming making the bar have  a brilliant atmosphere !

For more information and details of the food and drink that they offer pop over to their page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Independent-Bar-Glasgow

Glasgow E-rating 8/10