The isle of Lewis and Harris where Stornoway is located boasts of the Harris gin infused with sugared kelp. We were looking for inspiration in the life and legacy of India’s first surveyor general Colin Mackenzie, born in Stornoway, buried in Kolkata. It’s hard to imagine a greater contrast between sleepy Stornoway with its keening gulls and chilly wind and bustling, humid Kolkata. WHAT TO EATSTORNOWAY BLACK PUDDING: The famous sausage made with suet and oatmeal has a Protected Geographical Indication tag. If you’re feeling adventurous, the local Indian/Turkish joint has black pudding pakoras (fritters).

Source: Mint December 16, 2018 03:11 UTC