Welcome to Starter Culture

An artisan cheese, wine and deli shop, offering charcuterie, baked goods, craft beers, hampers and more from speciality producers located across Scotland and beyond.

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Get Ready For the Season🎄

Celebrate the season with our festive collection, featuring thoughtfully crafted Christmas hampers, artisan treats, and exclusive holiday selections. Each item is curated to bring warmth and joy to your gatherings, making the perfect gift for loved ones or a special treat for yourself.

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Visit Our Wine Bar

On Friday and Saturday nights, our little shop transforms into a cosy wine bar.

Savour exquisite artisan wines thoughtfully paired with a selection of our finest deli treats and charcuterie.

Join us for an intimate, flavourful evening that celebrates the art of good wine and great company.

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Tasting Events

Experience an evening of expertly curated drinks tasting at Starter Culture, where each event showcases unique selections from around the world.

Guided by knowledgeable hosts, these sessions are designed flavours across the drinks spectrum.

Perfect for wine enthusiasts and novices alike, our tasting events offer a cosy, engaging setting to savour and discover.

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What our customers say

  • Melissa Robertson

    Attended a private cheese/wine tasting evening at Starter Culture for a birthday celebration and it was fantastic! The selection of cheeses paired perfectly with the wines, and the knowledgeable staff made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend for a unique and delicious birthday treat!

  • Erich Rau

    When my wife and I want to treat ourselves, this is our go-to spot. A nicely curated selection of wines and craft beers, some truly delicious cheeses, and incredibly friendly and knowledgeable staff. Every time we go in there's something new and interesting to try.

  • Nikki Mcd

    We went along for the fizz tasting evening. 5 different wines paired with 5 different cheeses. A full explanation of each as you go. A really wonderful way to spend an evening. We’ll be back!
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    Meet the Culture Starters - Paisley Drinks Co.

    We recently met up with Brian O'Shea the man behind Paisley Drinks Co to discuss how his journey has been.    When and why did you start your business? We launched...

    Meet the Culture Starters - Paisley Drinks Co.

    We recently met up with Brian O'Shea the man behind Paisley Drinks Co to discuss how his journey has been.    When and why did you start your business? We launched...

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    Meet the Culture Starters - Galloway Lodge

    We caught up with Ruaridh Hesketh, General Manager of family-owned business Galloway Lodge. They specialise in handcrafted preserves, chutneys and pickles.   When and why did you start your business?...

    Meet the Culture Starters - Galloway Lodge

    We caught up with Ruaridh Hesketh, General Manager of family-owned business Galloway Lodge. They specialise in handcrafted preserves, chutneys and pickles.   When and why did you start your business?...

  • Meet the Culture Starters - Pure Roasters

    Meet the Culture Starters - Pure Roasters

    We caught up with Glasgow-based Pure Roasters to find out more about their coffee brand and their innovative bean blends.   When and why did you start your business? We started...

    Meet the Culture Starters - Pure Roasters

    We caught up with Glasgow-based Pure Roasters to find out more about their coffee brand and their innovative bean blends.   When and why did you start your business? We started...

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