Shanghai Teahouse, a modern Cantonese restaurant, has opened its doors in Bothwell.The new 1500 sq ft restaurant on the outskirts of Glasgow is bringing authentic Chinese food to the neighbourhood straight from Shanghai with an extensive menu developed by Asian-Scots Celebrity Chef Jimmy Lee. Jimmy, from the multi-awarding winning Lychee Oriental, has spent months mentoring … [Read more...] about Shanghai Teahouse opens today with menu designed by Jimmy Lee
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Talk of the Town: Cafe Strange Brew opens Mesa on Duke Street
Cafe Strange Brew owner Laurie MacMillan and chef Andrea Bartolini opened Mesa today on Duke Street. A compact, bright space with bare stone walls adorned with prints, including an eye-catching one of Tom Waits. There are design cues from its Southside sister cafe, but Mesa will now be able to establish its own identity in the East End. They are ready for visitors, 9-5pm, … [Read more...] about Talk of the Town: Cafe Strange Brew opens Mesa on Duke Street
Benihana teppanyaki opens on West Nile Street
Benihana will open a teppanyaki restaurant in the city centre on Monday, with a menu featuring signature dishes like Hibachi steak, chicken and shrimp, as well as sushi and sashimi. There will also be a lively bar area for guests to enjoy small dishes, premium sakes and drinks from the newly launched cocktail menu. Located on the west side of West Nile Street between Gordon … [Read more...] about Benihana teppanyaki opens on West Nile Street
Nick’s West End is getting a new look
The team behind west end favourite brel and the recently launched Jacques in Finnieston are bringing a brand new look to Nick’s in the West End. The Hyndland spot will be closed from Monday 11th Feb, relaunching again in early March. There will be an investment over £200,000 in the refurbishment. They plan to work closely with local designers to make Nick’s a welcomng … [Read more...] about Nick’s West End is getting a new look
Talk of the Town: Dinner at So L.A. on Mitchell Street
A taste of California arrived in the city centre late last year. So L.A. burst onto the food scene, complete with a sunshine infused menu, fresh flavours, a slick bar, stylish interior and a bit of the razzle dazzle we have come to expect from venues created by James and Louise Rusk. Rusk & Rusk, the independent hospitality group, already has Hutchesons City Grill, The 158 … [Read more...] about Talk of the Town: Dinner at So L.A. on Mitchell Street