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Interesting news · 29 July 2025
Maki and Ramen Brings New Flavours to Aberdeen
Aberdeen · from pressandjournal.co.uk
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Aberdeen’s Union Square is getting a new place to eat. Maki and Ramen, the popular Japanese-inspired restaurant, will open a 120-seat venue in the city centre this August.
Known for its rich broth, house-made noodles and playful approach to branding, the restaurant plans to make an impression with neon signage and creative dishes.
Around 30 jobs have been created, and the first 100 diners on opening weekend will enjoy £5 ramen bowls. The team says it will source local produce and keep prices affordable.
A cheerful, colourful Thai restaurant on Summer Street in Aberdeen, run by Mew Garthley, known for good-value, authentic Thai cooking and its pad thai.
A bright basement cafe on Rubislaw Terrace in Aberdeen's west end, overlooking the gardens, cooking its own meats for fresh rolls, wraps, bowls and brunch.
British freestyle skier Kirsty Muir finished fourth in the women’s big air final at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Livigno, narrowly missing out on a medal.
