Fauna

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Fauna Restaurant, Pitlochry | 1 AA Rosette Highland Kitchen

Regional sourcing and kitchen standards

Fauna in Pitlochry operates inside the grand Victorian mansion at Pine Trees Hotel, where the team draws heavily from the surrounding landscape. High-quality Scottish cuisine defines the daily menu, with eighty percent of ingredients arriving directly from local farms, woodlands, and coastal waters. This commitment to regional sourcing earned the kitchen one AA Rosette for culinary excellence in 2026. This approach to Highland cooking translates these seasonal harvests into straightforward plates that honour the region’s agricultural rhythms.

A grounded dining space

The restaurant operates alongside Bar Flora, creating a continuous flow between meals and evening drams by the fire. Guests encounter a deliberately unhurried environment shaped by the coorie lifestyle, which prioritises warmth and quiet comfort over formal stiffness. Wooden furnishings and soft lighting soften the original architecture without erasing its historical character. Diners move through this relaxed setting while tasting dishes built around fresh river fish, pasture meats, and foraged botanicals.

Practical hospitality and seasonal shifts

The kitchen tracks weekly deliveries from nearby producers rather than relying on distant suppliers. This short supply chain allows the chefs to adjust menus daily according to what leaves the soil or returns from the lochs. Water bottles have been replaced with Belu tap water to cut plastic waste across the property. Every plate reflects a clear intention to support the local economy while keeping portions honest and unadorned.