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This laid-back cocktail lounge is the hippest hang-out in the New Town, popular with
well-heeled students. The drinks menu ranges from retro classics such as Bloody Marys
and mojitos, to original and unusual concoctions such as the Cuillin Martini (Tanqueray
No 10 gin, Talisker malt whisky and smoked rosemary).
(15 Frederick St; ;
all Princes
St buses)
28
Kay's Bar
PUB
Housed in a former wine merchant's office, tiny Kay's Bar is a cosy haven with plush red
banquettes, a coal fire and a fine range of real ales. Good food is served in the back room
at lunchtime, but you'll have to book a table - Kay's is a popular spot.
(
www.kaysbar.co.uk
;
39 Jamaica St;
24, 29, 42)
Local Life
Edinburgh Zoo
Opened in 1913,
Edinburgh Zoo
(
www.edinburghzoo.org.uk
;
134 Corstorphine Rd; adult/child £16/11.50;
9am-6pm Apr-Sep, to 5pm Oct & Mar, to 4.30pm Nov-Feb; 12, 26, 31)
is one of the world's lead-
ing conservation zoos. Edinburgh's captive breeding program has helped save many endangered
species, including Siberian tigers, pygmy hippos and red pandas. The main attractions are the
penguin parade (the zoo's penguins go for a walk every day at 2.15pm), the sea lion training ses-
sion (daily at 11.15am), and the two giant pandas, Tian Tian and Yang Guang, which arrived in
December 2011.
29
Elbow
BAR
An attractive mix of modern and retro style makes Elbow one of the New Town's most
appealing neighbourhood bars, with staff who make you feel welcome, a tempting menu
