Our Story
OUR STORY
CLOOTIE MCTOOT DUMPLINGS
I have gained several catering qualifications over the years and achieved a degree with distinction in Food, Health and Welfare. My inspiration for cooking started with my first work placement on the BBC Food and Drink Show in 2001.
Moving from a small village in Scotland to Central London and working with celebrities was an experience I will never forget. Eventually my career took off in a different direction and my joy for traditional Scottish cooking became a hobby.
In 2015 my son asked me if I would bake and have a stall at his local school fete. He was keen to be behind a market stall selling goods. I agreed, and we decided to make Clootie Dumplings with our family’s traditional recipe. The aroma of sugar and spice and the laughter from my children brought back many fond memories of my own childhood.
From that moment on, my inspiration, desire and passion for traditional Scottish cooking was ignited and a business was born.
You can read more about my Clootie Dumplings journey below. If you’d like to book me for live demonstrations on ‘ Mastering the Art of Clootie Making’ or for public speaking at your event, you can email me here.

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In October we proudly launched our Gluten Free Junior Kit – now everyone can experience the delicious aromas and flavours of Scotland. Just add soya milk or apple juice, plant-based butter or unsalted gluten free butter and an apple!
We were delighted to be a part of Downing Street’s Christmas Market as part of Small Business Saturday in December. Alongside other small businesses from across the country we celebrated local produce and championed our favourite Scottish pud – the Clootie Dumpling! It was a wonderful way to round off a whirlwind year. In December we were snowed under with festive orders thanks to the support of our wonderful Clootie Clan!
Looking ahead to 2022 we’re excited for our plans to attend more in-person events, showcase new Clootie Dumpling flavours, make Clootie HQ bigger and better than ever and the revelation of a big secret!

I have gained several catering qualifications over the years and achieved a degree with distinction in Food, Health and Welfare. My inspiration for cooking started with my first work placement on the BBC Food and Drink Show in 2001.
Moving from a small village in Scotland to Central London and working with celebrities was an experience I will never forget. Eventually my career took off in a different direction and my joy for traditional Scottish cooking became a hobby.
In 2015 my son asked me if I would bake and have a stall at his local school fete. He was keen to be behind a market stall selling goods. I agreed, and we decided to make Clootie Dumplings with our family’s traditional recipe. The aroma of sugar and spice and the laughter from my children brought back many fond memories of my own childhood.
From that moment on, my inspiration, desire and passion for traditional Scottish cooking was ignited and a business was born.

2017


2018


2019


2020


2021
In October we proudly launched our Gluten Free Junior Kit – now everyone can experience the delicious aromas and flavours of Scotland. Just add soya milk or apple juice, plant-based butter or unsalted gluten free butter and an apple!
We were delighted to be a part of Downing Street’s Christmas Market as part of Small Business Saturday in December. Alongside other small businesses from across the country we celebrated local produce and championed our favourite Scottish pud – the Clootie Dumpling! It was a wonderful way to round off a whirlwind year. In December we were snowed under with festive orders thanks to the support of our wonderful Clootie Clan!
Looking ahead to 2022 we’re excited for our plans to attend more in-person events, showcase new Clootie Dumpling flavours, make Clootie HQ bigger and better than ever and the revelation of a big secret!
