New restaurant launch at Aberdeenshire beauty spot
- By editor
- Mar 2
- 2 min read
Scotland’s former national chef of the year has announced plans to open his first restaurant at an Aberdeenshire beauty spot this summer.
Orry Shand is updating the former Falls of Feugh restaurant, near Banchory, which closed its doors at the end of 2025.
A major half a million-pound interior makeover of the venue is now underway, which will create a venue with views towards the river and surrounding woodland. The development of the restaurant will create 10 local hospitality jobs.
Taking inspiration from its dramatic riverside location, the restaurant has been renamed and will now be known as Falls by Orry Shand.
Orry and his team will offer a set, multi-course tasting menu comprising between 12 to 15 servings, which will blend Scottish ingredients with Nordic inspiration and classic French cooking techniques.
Orry was crowned Scottish Chef of the year 2019 and National Chef of the Year 2024-25. He has worked in kitchens from the age of 14, with career highlights including stints at Number One at The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh and Restaurant Andrew Fairlie at The Gleneagles Hotel in Perthshire.
He is also making his TV debut on the new series of the BBC’s Great British Menu on Tuesday 3 March.
Commenting on his new restaurant launch, Orry commented: "This is without doubt one of the most personal achievements and significant milestones in my 22-year culinary career.
“Being Aberdeenshire born and bred, it means so much to me, my family and team to be rooted in the region, celebrating its local produce and its distinctive character.
“This site offers the perfect riverside location to launch my own independent restaurant. We looked at several locations in the shire and city, but fell in love with the Falls site as soon as we saw it, as it’s so dramatic. The building itself is full of history and character, creating a relaxed, fine-dining experience.
Orry added: “I’m also extremely proud to be representing Aberdeenshire and competing to represent Scotland on national TV, as part of the BBC’s Great British Menu this spring."
Falls by Orry Shand is located at Bridge of Feugh, near Banchory, which is around 20 miles from Aberdeen.
The restaurant will be open for dinner four nights per week from Wednesday to Saturday from summer 2026. Bookings are set to open soon.
Photography: Falls by Orry Shand
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