This autumn will see the launch of Nessa, a new modern British bistro in the heart of London's Soho from Guy Ivesha, founder of Maslow’s (Mortimer House, Mortimer House Kitchen, Fitzrovia) and Tom Cenci (Loyal Tavern, Duck and Waffle) who will be Executive Chef.
A vibrant and informal bistro, Nessa will sit on the prominent corner of Brewer and Warwick streets in London’s lively Soho, with British chef Cenci serving a menu of classic dishes that champion seasonality with a contemporary twist.
Inspired by the rich history of Soho, Vanessa Bell and other artists and creatives of the Bohemian movement, Nessa’s creative menu will be shaped by the seasons, using produce from Britain and across the channel. Drawing on both British influences and Cenci’s passion for global flavours, the restaurant will be an expression of elegant yet playful, inventive, British cuisine.
The 98-cover restaurant will sit on the ground floor of the new 1 Warwick members’ house in a renovated 1910 neo-baroque building. Nessa - designed by boutique interior architecture and design firm Fettle - will be full of the aesthetic character associated with the Maslow’s group and incorporate two spaces: a sophisticated yet unpretentious bar and inviting dining area.
Leading through to the dining room, brushed oak and arabescato corchia marble fixtures, cosy banquette seating and tables overlooking Brewer Street set the scene for intimated and relaxed dining. Outside tables will be shaded from the summer sun by an awning, ideal for al fresco drinking, dining and people-watching.
Tom (pictured right) exclaimed, 'I’m thrilled to be working with Guy Ivesha, and look forward to creating something really special with him and the team at Maslow’s. We have some exciting plans for this menu, drawing inspiration from my background and travels - watch this space!”
Guy (left) commented, 'I’m so pleased to bring our new restaurant, Nessa, to the lively streets of London’s Soho. Following our opening of Mortimer House Kitchen in 2017, just a few streets away in Fitzrovia, I can’t think of a better setting for the newest addition to the Maslow’s family.
'I’m also excited to be working with Tom, our executive chef, whose menu will be paying tribute to the artists and creative spirit of the neighbourhood.”