About Kilspindie House Hotel and the history of Ducks and Donalds.

Johnny Dunbar - Chef

“We pride ourselves in sourcing the finest quality ingredients from East Lothian and Scotland. Preparing all our dishes daily, producing our own ice cream and bread, butchering all our meat in house. If you have any allergies or dietary requirements dishes can be altered to suit your needs.”

Jonny Dunbar, Chef de Cuisine

Malcolm Duck

I was born in Quetta, Pakistan, son of missionary parents Drs Donald and Jean Duck. With such a start in life humour is essential. I served as an offcer in the Royal Marines for 11 years, mostly in active service posts including the Falklands in 1982. My time in the Corps and the lessons my father taught me have stood me in good stead for a life in hospitality.

Donalds

Named after my father Dr Donald Duck, Donalds is a sort of bar bistro. Here you can have anything from a cup of soup and a sandwich for £4.50 to a 40-day-matured fillet steak from Buccleuch Estates at £19.50. There are also two outside dining areas for summer dining. Donalds is very relaxed and child friendly as long as the parents are well behaved!

I very much hope you enjoy Duck's at Kilspindie House and Donald's

Malcolm

The History of Ducks

Duck's restaurant was started in Eyre Place in Edinburgh in 1991, when I, Malcolm, left the Royal Marines. It was originally called Le Marché Noir and had a very gaelic feel - even the menu was in French. Duck's was added to the name in 1996 and the menu moved into English allowing the chefs a little more room to express themselves. Duck's closed in 2009 after 20 years with an international reputation, a Wine Spectator honoured wine list, entries in most major guide books and a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide. Duck's closed the Edinburgh restaurant to concentrate on Duck's in Aberlady.

About Ducks

Having taken over management of the Kilspindie House in July 2004, we at Ducks have established a popular restaurant where you can enjoy fresh local produce prepared skilfully, with care. We received a 3 star rating from Visit Scotland for our Restaurant with Rooms in July 2006.