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The name of Scotland now goes hand in hand with good food and drink, and the link is being celebrated throughout the country in spring and summer 2010. From a Taste of Edinburgh and Foodies at the Festival (which is now an established part of the Edinburgh Festival), to the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival, seafood festivals, malt and music festivals, a festival to celebrate the humble nettle, and even a wine festival on Orkney (Scotland's only wine festival), there is something to suit all tastes, and taste-buds.

Here are some of the spring and summer highlights for 2010: the best of Scotland's food and drink festivals and events:

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The Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival

April 29 - May 3