Should you be seeking wholesome wholefood at bargain prices head for Susie's, appropriately near the University, whose members are frequent and eager supplicants at this no-frills Edinburgh veggie favourite.

With its slightly Mediterranean décor and free and easy manner it is a natural haven for families and children are made particularly welcome. Hot dishes come in two sizes and prices and it is simplicity itself to adjust your intake to your capacity - or purse. Trouble is it all looks so tasty. Vegan gourmands feature in the scheme of things and the meat and dairy-free cottage pies await.

There is a license, or if you prefer you can bring your own lethal brews, a ploy which indicates the accommodating and bang up to the mark attitude of Susie's. A good two course meal costs about £6 and the house wine lifts off at £8.50.