Tàrmachan Café

Created by Ben, Tom and Caitlin, Tàrmachan is a small café situated in Crathie, Aberdeenshire. Local produce and community are at the forefront of everything they do. Expect fresh sourdough, baked daily and other delicious baked treats, local cheeses and artisan coffee and always, fresh, seasonal and organic vegetables.

All Images by: Jamie Brogan

Who are some of your favourite local suppliers?

We have two amazing butchers on hand for our wild venison, Braemar butcher and HM Sheridan’s in Ballater. After some thorough searching, we were stoked to come across Berwick Wood Farm who are a small organic, no-dig fruit and veg grower in Aberdeenshire they are dedicated to regenerative agriculture.

Favourite thing about living in Kincardineshire?

Rain, shine or snow we are surrounded by adventure and beauty! For us, the richness and diversity of the land means we can the enjoy the quality of the produce the area has to offer, from foraging to farming.

What’s the secret to the best cup of coffee?

It’s a science!! It starts with a great tasting bean (ours thanks to Williams & Johnson) of course, and then we have to ensure the extraction is perfect… which essentially means every day we ensure the right amount of water is pulled through the right amount of coffee, which is ground to exactly the right coarseness. We are still amazed at how precise it needs to be!