- 13
- Episodes
- 2023
- First episode
About Rate the Plate with Crofty & Grado
Go behind the kitchen doors of the most famous restaurants in Glasgow in Rate the Plate. Hear the stories behind some of Glasgows most successful restaurants, all the gossip about their celebrity diners and discover the culinary secrets of some of Scotlands best chefs. If you love dining out, get some great restaurant options by joining Crofty and Grado as they Rate the Plate with Glasgow Taxis!
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- Go Radio
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- arts
- Language
- en
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- First episode
- 4 Jul 2023
- Latest episode
- 27 Sept 2023
Latest episodes
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27 Sept 2023
Rose & Grant's Vegan Restaurant
In the 12th and final episode of series one of Rate the Plate, we’re going out with a bang! This week, we’re visiting Rose & Grants, where we learn all about how they created their Vegan Square Sausage. And, we also hear how everyone of their dishes starts as a Vegan dish. 1’30” Crofty & Grado meet owner Ben Rose, who tells us the story of Rose & Grants. 4’26” Ben tells the guys how the Vegan Square Sausage came about. 9’26” The guys tuck into their first course dishes! 12’00” What came first, the vegan dish or the non-vegan dish? Well, Crofty and Grado meet Kitchen Manager, Danielle, who explains how each dish starts with a Vegan version, then the non-vegan version comes next. 20’30” It’s Dougie Bag Time! Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow Vegan
17 Sept 2023
NYC Bar & Grill Glasgow
In Episode 11 of Rate the Plate, with Glasgow Taxis, Crofty & Grado, visit NYC Bar & Grill! In this episode, you’ll hear lots of “yums,” “ooohs,” and “aaaahs” as the guys get their chops around their delicious menu. Will Grado find something on the menu, “that’s his favourite ever…..???” You bet he does! 1’30” - Crofty and Grado meet Head Chef, Madhav, who takes the guys into the kitchen and Crofty very quickly quizzes Madhav on the restaurants Vegan offerings. Just incase you don’t know, Crofty is a Vegan, but he doesn’t like to talk about it! 5’55” - The guys get their teeth into the starters! 8’30” - Crofty and Grado meet owner Joe, who tells them the story of NYC Bar & Grill, and why the restaurant is an extension of himself! 13’30” - Owner Joe pressurises Grado into choosing who has the best Buffalo Wings? Bucks Bar or NYC Bar & Grill? 16’50” - Grado actually says Grace when the main course arrives! 20’30” - We hear about how Marilyn Manson set one of their American flags on fire! 23’00” - It’s Dougie Bag time!! Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow
11 Sept 2023
Blue Lagoon Glasgow
In Episode 10 of Rate the Plate, with Glasgow Taxis, Crofty & Grado visit Blue Lagoon! As Glasgow’s iconic fish and chip shop, in this episode, as well as hearing the secret of frying the perfect batter, we hear about Blue Lagoon’s celebrity customers over the years. And, Crofty and Grado get to try everything from a Vegan Chicken Nugget to a fried Mars Bar! 1’44” Crofty and Grado meet Head Frier Drew, who, tells us the secret behind frying the perfect batter! 6’27” We meet Sandro, one of the Directors, and hear the story behind Blue Lagoon, and the long family history of this Glasgow institution! 12’04” The guys sit down with Head Frier Drew, and Grado tries Gluten free fish and chips for the first time. 15’10” Crofty and Grado try a Vegan Chicken Nugget! 17’05” Drew tells the guys about what goes into their Vegan sausage! 21’00” Grado tries a fried Mars Bar! 22’15” It’s Dougie Bag time!! Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow
3 Sept 2023
Coia's Cafe Glasgow
In Episode 9 of Rate the Plate, with Glasgow Taxis, Crofty & Grado visit Coia’s! Part of Glasgow’s restaurant scene for 95 years, in this episode, we hear about Coia’s exciting expansion plans. Head Chef Andy explains why there would be riots on the streets, if he changed their Macaroni recipe and Grado tries his first ever Vegan Ravioli. 1’28” - Crofty and Grado meet Head Chef Andy, who, as well as telling us the secret behind the perfect macaroni, also reveals some of Coia’s most popular dishes. 4’40” - We meet owner Carlo and hear the incredible history of Coia’s, which spans across 95 years, and he tells the guys all about their future expansion plans! 8’45” - Carlo reveals his favourite dishes from his own menu! 10’05" - It’s food time!! Head Chef Andy serves the guys some of their best known dishes! 16’12” - It’s Dougie Bag time!! Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow
27 Aug 2023
Celinos Italian Restaurant, Glasgow
In Episode 8 of Rate the Plate, with Glasgow Taxis, Crofty & Grado visit Celinos! We hear the incredible history behind this amazing family restaurant, and how it started as a Deli. Crofty wishes he wasn’t a vegan and Grado tastes his favourite main course EVER! Be warned, this episode will make you very, VERY hungry!! 1’25” - We head right into the kitchen with owner Claudio, as he reveals what breakfast show he listens to every weekday morning! 3’46” - Crofty & Grado sit down with Claudio and discover how Celinos started as a Deli. 9’46” - Crofty asks the correct pronunciation of Celinos. Do you think it’s pronounced with an S or a CH? Then, owner Claudio makes the boys tastebuds come alive, when he tells them what they’re about to eat! 11’45” - Grado takes his phone out to take a photo of his food, and declares this day his best day ever! 18’02” - Claudio asks the guys to edit something out of the podcast! 18’22” - Crofty & Grado, compliment the Chef Scott! Crofty calls him a genius, and Grado says he’s just tasted his favourite main course EVER! 21’18” - Crofty declares Celinos as the best kept secret in Glasgow for Vegan Diners! 21’31” - Dougie from Glasgow Taxis is on holiday this week, so the guys from the Go Radio Football Show tuck into the Celinos Dougie Bag! Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow
20 Aug 2023
Cafe Gandolfi, Glasgow
In Episode 7 of Rate the Plate with Glasgow Taxis, Crofty & Grado visit Café Gandolfi! We hear all about the history of one of Glasgow’s best known restaurants, as well as how you destruct Cullen Skink! Oh, and there’s also a surprise appearance from a Celebrity guest! 1’32” We hear from owner Seumas about their regular celebrity diner, and all about their incredible menu. 8’50” Seumas shares with Crofty and Grado his favourite dishes from his own menu. 10’52” It’s starter time! 12’34” As they sample some of the main dishes, Crofty & Grado are joined by Head Chef, Alasdair. 17’05” Crofty discovers one of his favourite EVER Vegan dishes! 19’10” Crofty & Grado are joined by a celebrity guest! 22’10” It’s Dougie Bag time! Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow
13 Aug 2023
Mister Singh's India, Glasgow
In Episode 6 of Rate the Plate with Glasgow Taxis, Crofty & Grado head to the infamous Mister Singh’s India. 1:42 – Chef Josh gives Crofty & Grado the ultimate Pakora masterclass. 3:33 – The production team wire into the pakora and chef Josh gets to work cooking up a storm for the guys. 4:12 – Crofty & Grado are joined by Satty Singh 7:48 – Naming your new-born after an Old Firm goal scorer. 11:16 – Grado goes to South Indian Garlic Chicken heaven. 17:19 – Satty’s best Christmas present 19:44 – It’s Dougie bag time! Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow
6 Aug 2023
Mharsanta Scottish Restaurant, Glasgow
In Episode 5 of Rate the Plate with Glasgow Taxis , Crofty & Grado experience the ultimate Scottish menu at Mharsanta. Here the story of the restaurant as the guys sit down with owner, Derek. 1:27 – Crofty & Grado chat to chef Dom about the similarities between Polish & Scottish cuisine. 3:00 – The guys chat owner Derek as he takes the guys through the story of Mharsanta. 7:00 – Food is served! 7:32 – Crofty tries Haggis?!! 7:48 – Grado tucks into the best Cullan Skink he’s ever had. 15:32 – Grado goes to Cheesecake heaven. 16:08 – It’s Dougie Bag time! Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow
30 Jul 2023
Stravaigin Restaurant, Glasgow
In Episode 4 of Rate the Plate with Glasgow Taxis, Crofty & Grado visit Stravaigin! We hear all about one of the West Ends’ best bars, and how, for the past 25 years, Stravaigin has delivered a global menu, using Scottish ingredients. Grado tries Venison for the first time and Crofty comes face to face with his worst nightmare! 1:42 - We hear what it’s like to eat at Stravaigan, and the inspiration behind their menu. 3:36 - We hear about Stravaigans’ Vegan dishes. 5:09 - Celebrity diners? They’ve had quite a few over the years. 5:53 - Crofty & Grado visit the Stravaigin kitchen. 8:30 - We hear the story behind Stravaigan. 9:07 - Crofty & Grado sample the food. 17’37” It’s Dougie Bag time! Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow
23 Jul 2023
Eusebi Italian Deli, Glasgow
In Episode 3 of Rate the Plate, with Glasgow Taxis, Crofty and Grado enjoy the taste of Italy at Eusebi Deli. Hear the secret of how they make their pasta, and how they try to transport all of their customers to owner, Giovanna’s, Grandmother’s dining table in Italy. Grado also reveals his new found love of olives and tastes octopus for the first time. Mamma Mia!!! Episode 3 of Rate the Plate, with Glasgow Taxis, will transport your taste buds all the way to Italy…! 1:30 - Crofty & Grado go behind the scenes of Eusebi Deli, meet Chef Sebastian and discover how they make their pasta. 4:35 - Owner Giovanna, tells the story of Eusebi Deli, and how they try to transport all of their customers direct to her Grandmother’s house in Italy. 6:32 - We hear about Eusebi Deli’s infamous, Yesterdays Lasagna. 7:12 - Grado reveals his new found love of big juicy olives! 9:46 - Crofty gets excited about their all-vegan menu 10:11 - Crofty & Grado taste the food of Eusebi Deli. 15"19 - Grado tastes the Octopus for the first time. 17:30 - Grado shows off his Italian singing. 18:58 - It’s Dougie Bag time, with Dougie from Glasgow Taxis, who chooses his favourite dish. Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow
16 Jul 2023
Murphy's Pakora Bar, Glasgow
In Episode 2 of Rate the Plate, with Glasgow Taxis, we go behind the scenes of Murphy’s Pakora Bar. Hear the secrets behind the perfect pakora, as well as all the gossip from some of their celebrity diners, including Billy Connolly, Sean Connery and Priscilla Presley. Raj, Director of Customer Service, tells us all about receiving an MBE, and owner Tesh explains how he went about creating an award winning menu! Episode 2 of Rate the Plate, with Glasgow Taxis, is guaranteed to get your taste buds salivating! 1:46 - Crofty and Grado meet the Head Chef of Murphy’s Pakora Bar. 2:41 - We find out what Priscilla Presley thought of the food at Murphy’s Pakora Bar. 3:25 - We discover the secret of making the perfect pakora. 4:02 - Hear all about some of their celebrity guests including Billy Connolly, Sean Connery and Priscilla Presley. 8:31 - We hear about when Raj, Director of Customer Service, from Murphy’s Pakora Bar received an MBE for his contribution to hospitality and charity. 10:38 - With owner Tesh, Crofty and Grado sample the delicious cuisine of Murphy’s Pakora Bar. 14:07 - Tesh takes us through how he, and his mum, created an award winning menu. 20:49 - It’s Dougie Bag time…where Dougie from Glasgow Taxis chooses his favourite dish. Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow Elvis Presley Precilla Presley Billy Connolly Sean Connery
9 Jul 2023
Buck's Bar, Chicken Restaurant, Glasgow
In Episode 1 of Rate the Plate with Glasgow Taxis, we go behind the scenes of the legendary Buck's Bar. Hear about Buck's Bar’s top secret development kitchen, where all their recipes are kept a closely guarded secret…not even their own chefs know the recipes! Buck's Bar owner Michael Bergson reveals that he once paid a chef in Nashville $200 to share their fried chicken secret recipe, that Michael took back over the pond, direct to Buck's Bar in Glasgow. And, how Shania Twain dined in Buck's Bar, without the Buck's Bar team even noticing they had a VIP guest in their restaurant. Episode 1 of Rate the Plate is guaranteed to get your taste buds salivating! Glasgow food scene Best restaurants in Glasgow Glasgow dining guide Michelin-starred restaurants Glasgow Scottish cuisine Glasgow Glasgow cafes and bistros Foodie destinations Glasgow Glasgow culinary hotspots Top places to eat in Glasgow Glasgow restaurant reviews Hidden gems Glasgow dining Glasgow chef interviews Authentic Scottish food Glasgow
4 Jul 2023
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