Our food landscape is second-to-none in Manchester, and now it has been announced that renowned Manchester Chef Shaun Moffat will take the lead as Chef Patron of the brand new Winsome Restaurant this spring. Housed on Princess street (adjoining the Whitworth Locke Hotel) Winsome will provide Northern hospitality and thoughtful British cooking to this corner of Manchester.
Moffat will bring his focus on local and seasonal produce to deliver a regularly changing food showcasing the very best of ingredients with a comforting familiarity and a touch of his now-famous flair. Cutting his teeth at the likes of Manteca, Hix and St.Leonards, Moffat has now become a real star of Manchester hospitality, most recently picking up the accolades of Manchester Chef of the Year and entering the Top 50 Gastropubs with The Edinburgh Castle.
The drinks programme at Winsome will be led by none other than Tom Fastiggi, previously of Schofield’s bar. There will be a selection of hotel classics and familiar drinks alongside a strong no and low selection and some of Fastiggi’s own creations. Wine will also be a focus with a Sommelier served and curated list focusing primarily on old world wines delivered again with Winsome’s laidback personality and flair.
Fastiggi and the Winsome team will also take over Whitworth Locke’s Atrium hotel bar. Providing a space for diners, hotel guests and passersby to enjoy memorable bar food paired with delicious cocktails in the quaint setting of the Locke’s glass atrium.
The opening of Moffat’s own venture has been much anticipated, of which he said: “Opening the doors will be a big moment in my career, I am truly excited to share Winsome with the people of Manchester”.
Tom Fastiggi added: “The Atrium space truly gives a unique feel to this bar. The drinks will be familiar and a warm welcome will await all guests. It’s a great new addition to Manchester’s hospitality scene.”
Completing the team will be Owain Williams; founder of the renowned Belzan in Liverpool, Madre and Manchester’s Medlock Canteen amongst other notable hospitality venues across the North West.
Winsome Manchester is set to open in spring 2025, and you can follow the Instagram account for updates.