Doric is spoken primarily in the Northeast of Scotland and is a distinct dialect of Scots. It has deep roots in the region’s history, culture, and way of life.

Aboot The Doric Larder
The Doric Larder is a celebration o’ the rich food traditions an’ culinary history o’ the Doric region in the Northeast o’ Scotland. Here, we’ll share auld Scottish recipes, treasured family dishes, an’ explore the culture that maks oor food sae special. Ye’ll nae only fin’ recipes, but ye’ll leaern a wee bit aboot Doric alang the way.
Fae hearty family meals tae authentic recipes passed doon through generations, there’s something here fer awbody. The recipes in this section an’ ma Doric Cookbook tell a tale o’ oor history. They feature ingredients that reflect the best o’ whit the Northeast has tae offer. Whether yer a seasoned cook or just startin oot, yell fin’ inspiration fer bringin these traditional meals intae yer ain kitchen.
Hae ye a favrit family recipe, a memory roond food, or a wee story tae tell aboot Doric food culture? We’d love fur ye tae share it wi us.
Let’s work thegither tae keep Doric cookin an’ food culture alive an’ celebrate thi food that’s brocht generations thegither ower the years.
Sae pit yer aprons oan, get yer notebooks oot an’ enjoy the delicious recipes in this section an’ in the Doric Cookbook (comin soon!).

About The Doric Larder
The Doric Larder is a celebration of the rich food traditions and culinary history of the Doric region in the Northeast of Scotland. Here, we share historic traditional Scottish recipes, treasured family dishes, and explore the culture that makes our food so special. You will also learn a wee bit about Doric along the way.
From comforting family meals to authentic recipes passed down through generations, there’s something here for everyone. The recipes in this section and my Doric Cookbook tell a story of our history. They feature ingredients that reflect the best of what the Northeast has to offer. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out, you’ll find inspiration to bring these traditional meals into your own kitchen.
Do you have a favourite family recipe, a memory around food or a wee story to tell about Doric food culture? We’d love for you to share it with us.
Let’s work together to keep Doric cooking and food culture alive and celebrate the food that has brought generations together over the years.
So put your aprons on, get your notebooks out and enjoy the delicious recipes in this section and in the Doric Cookbook (coming soon!).

The Doric Board have provided funding and support for the printing of this book. The majority of which will be written in Doric.
