I live in Porty in Edinburgh, so my favourite pub has to be The Espy, right down on the corner of Bath Street and the Promenade, with insane views of the beach and the Firth Of Forth. It’s a pretty cosy and friendly place with a slightly ramshackle edge to it. I think there’s some Aussie connection, as they have surfboards and flags around the place, and it certainly has that country’s lack of pretension. Down-to-earth service creates a friendly, no-nonsense vibe, added to by the random tat on shelves and walls. The food is best described as ‘hearty’(ie massive portions and not healthy), but pretty great. If you can get a table with a view of the sea, or even better in summer grab a seat outside on the Prom, it’s perfect for watching the world go by.

The Collapsing Wave is out now published by Orenda Books; Fun Lovin’ Crime Writers play Perth Theatre, Thursday 30 May, as part of Perth Festival Of The Arts; main picture: Duncan McGlynn.