Our Day with Shortbread House of Edinburgh

If you have ever strolled through the New Town on a crisp morning, you know Edinburgh has a distinct charm. But step inside the Shortbread House bakery just down the road, and you are greeted by an entirely different kind of magic: the comforting, rich aroma of fresh butter, sugar, and baking shortbread.

We popped in to visit the team earlier in the spring to catch up with the Laing family, the masterminds behind their truly handmade shortbread. Seeing their process firsthand is a brilliant reminder of what authentic Scottish baking actually looks like. There are no huge industrial vats or automated conveyor belts here. Instead, you find skilled bakers rolling out the dough by hand, cutting each piece with care, and ensuring every tray meets their exacting family standards.

Our relationship with Rupert and the team goes back a long way. We share a passion for doing things properly, sourcing carefully, and celebrating the rich heritage of our home city. This is shortbread made without compromise. The texture is light, crisp, and buttery beyond belief. Knowing it was mixed, baked, and packed just minutes from our shop doors makes sharing it with our customers extra special.

Whether you are packing a treat for a afternoon wander past the Scott Monument or looking for a meaningful gift for loved ones far away, these boxes and tins carry a genuine piece of Edinburgh's story. Pop into any of our four Edinburgh stores to discover the range, or explore the collection online at Paper Tiger!