Glasgow’s acclaimed modern Scottish restaurant, The Gannet, is set to collaborate with MacNeil Shellfish for an extraordinary seafood lunch event next month.
This partnership marks the launch of The Gannet’s new series of Sunday summer events and MacNeil Shellfish’s first restaurant collaboration.
Scheduled for Sunday, August 4th, from 12 to 4 pm, the exclusive six-course seafood feast will showcase the finest offerings from Scotland’s seas.
Chef patron Peter Mckenna has crafted a menu that highlights the exceptional quality and taste of Scottish seafood, prepared with The Gannet’s renowned finesse and creativity.
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MacNeil Shellfish, known for its commitment to sustainable practices, sources wild, creel-caught delicacies from nearly 600 local suppliers across Scotland.
Their selection includes crab, lobster, and langoustine, setting a high standard for responsible shellfish sourcing.
The menu promises a range of mouthwatering dishes, including:
- XL Langoustine carpaccio with crisp langoustine and lemon
- House-baked bread served with rich lobster butter
- Brown Crab beignet with apple
- Spider crab with fresh peas and a hint of wasabi
The star of the show will be locally creel-caught lobster, poached in butter and paired with Barra cockles, potato dumplings, pickled pink peppercorns, and Ayrshire girolles.
This dish exemplifies the best of Scottish seafood.
To conclude the meal, diners will enjoy Perthshire strawberries with cream fraiche and dill, offering a refreshing finale to this stunning seafood experience.
This collaboration between The Gannet and MacNeil Shellfish not only promises an unforgettable dining experience but also supports local Scottish fishermen and sustainable fishing practices
Amber Knight, co-owner of MacNeil Shellfish, said: “We are so excited to partner with The Gannet for this special seafood lunch in Glasgow.
“It’s a fantastic opportunity to showcase the exceptional quality of our sustainable, creel-caught shellfish in a unique and luxurious setting.
“We live and breathe seafood and the menu Peter has put together will make your mouth water.”
Peter McKenna, chef patron at The Gannet, said: “We have recently launched our Sunday Service—a new direction for our team here at The Gannet.
“Collaborating with MacNeil Shellfish, who share our passion for provenance, allows us to bring the best of locally caught Scottish shellfish to your plate.
“Join us on Sunday 4th August to enjoy a superb menu—you won’t be disappointed.”
The Gannet x Macneil Shellfish Sunday Service collaboration takes place at The Gannet on Sunday, August 4th, with sittings available from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m.
The event is priced at £60pp and includes six beautiful courses at The Gannet.
Places are limited and expected to sell out very quickly. You can secure your table by booking here.
