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Sean Murphy

Edinburgh Skua: New restaurant by up-and-coming chefs opening with small plates and cocktails

A pair of Edinburgh talented chefs in the capital are set to open an exciting new restaurant in the Stockbridge area of the city.

Chef patron duo, Tomás Gormley and Sam Yorke, who originally launched the popular Heron restaurant in Leith, are set to introduce their second venture, Skua, this spring.

Featuring a menu of small plates inspired by the seasons and an innovative drinks list featuring cocktails, beers, spirits, and natural and rare wines curated by Heron bar manager, Seoiridh Fraser, the latest restaurant will open on St Stephen Street.

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The duo confirmed the interior will feature marble table tops, brass hardware and soft candlelight for a warm welcome retreat for guests to gather for dinner, snacks and drinks.

Set to open in March, Thursday to Monday from 5:30 pm until 12 am, Tomás and Sam will work in both the Heron and Skua kitchens, alongside chef de partie Aran Lowry.

Speaking about their exciting new venture, which will open at 49 St Stephen Street in Stockbridge, Tomás said: “We wanted to create a space perfect for a late-night drink or a bite to eat. Somewhere to go with friends after work or at the weekend.

Chefs Tomás Gormley and Sam Yorke are launching an exciting new venture in Stockbridge (mike@mikeguet.co.uk)

“Our food and drinks menus will be short and ever-changing. Showcasing techniques and flavours that interest us from around the world whilst staying true to our passion for local and sustainable produce, such as koji marinated chicken, soy and chilli glazed octopus and cider-infused maitake mushrooms all cooked on the konro grill for depth of flavour.

"We’re going to have things we want to eat on the menu, with our own take on fried chicken and poutine for example. Expect bold flavours, great tunes and generous hospitality.”

Similarly delighted, Sam added: “We’re adopting a whole carcass butchery approach for both Heron and Skua, using rare and heritage meat from Macduff Butcher. We want to showcase often overlooked cuts which are just as delicious and help to reduce food waste.

"Our supplier community has been so supportive already with the likes of Lind & Lime, Newbarns Brewery and Castle Game helping to realise our vision for Skua and we’re looking forward to maintaining these relationships and working with more artisan food and drink producers."

Sam and Tomás opened Heron in 2021 and have picked up a few accolades since, including a listing in The Michelin Guide and a shortlisting for ‘Best Breakthrough’ in the GQ Food and Drink Awards 2022. Sam Yorke was also recently named in The Code 30 under 30 class for 2023/24 as one of the most exciting young chefs in the UK.

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