Join Valvona & Crolla at VinCaffè for an exclusive evening with much-loved Edinburgh author, Alexander McCall Smith. A delicious three course Scotland Street Christmas dinner will be served, showcasing some of the classic ingredients from Valvona & Crolla that Bertie would enjoy! The author will be talking about his books and writing life including his love of Italy and one of his latest novels, My Italian Bulldozer. At the author’s request, Valvona & Crolla‘s Philip Contini will sing a couple of Italian classics to add a musical note to the evening. For Scotland Street fans, this is an event not to be missed!

Tickets, £35 per head for 3 courses and tea/coffee, can be reserved from Valvona & Crolla VinCaffe by calling (0131) 557 0088, emailing reservations@vincaffe.co.uk, or online