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We’ve pulled

A history of pulled pork Pulled pork cooking has its roots in the Southern United States, where early settlers brought pigs with them when they arrived. As cattle perished, pigs were the only animals that could survive the weather conditions, hence the reason why pork was the only variety of meat available to the settlers.

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Canongate Shop Refurbishment

Our Canongate shop is getting a face lift.  The work will be getting carried out from the 1st to 16th February and during this time the shop will be closed.  We will keep you up to date with progress on our Facebook page. But don’t worry our other 2 Edinburgh shops will be open 34

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In the running for Takeaway of the Year

We are delighted that Oink has been shortlisted into the finals under the Takeaway of the Year for the South East,  at The 5th Food Awards Scotland 2018.  Congratulations to all the other businesses who have been shortlisted also. So watch this space….

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Well done Gina

Oink are delighted to support local rally driver and family friend Gina Walker.  We also want to congratulate Gina, Richard and the team on the great result at the weekend at the Grampian Forest Rally 2017.  Gina had a fantastic day and finished first in Ecosse Challenge, was the first Junior and 36th overall.  A

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Oink out and about this July

Oink has been out and about with our hog roast at a wide and varied number of locations and venues this July, it has been a great mix of celebrations, weddings, parties, anniversaries, exhibition catering…… Archerfield Walled Garden Dirleton, Beal (near Bamburgh), Columcille Centre In Edinburgh, Merchiston School, The Grange, Roxy Assembly, Nunraw Tower, St

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