The wait is over and accomplished chef Curtis Stewart has been named as the Head Chef at Manchester’s fine dining restaurant and bar Quill. Mystery had surrounded the identity of the newly appointed Head Chef since the King Street venue hit the headlines this week, as news of its official opening on Friday October 30th was unveiled.
Curtis is taking on the role of Head Chef and offering an A La Carte and 8-course-tasting menu. Expectations are high and the food is set to be of an exceptional quality with the 27-year-old having worked in fine dining establishments, multiple 4 AA Rosette and 3 AA Rosette restaurants and a number of venues with 2 Michelin Stars.
It is also somewhat of a homecoming for Curtis, who first discovered his love of cooking in his hometown of Bury, Greater Manchester. He also attended Wigan and Leigh catering college and founded his ethos and style, which is based on using simple but high quality ingredients, cooked in an uncomplicated way.
This has developed over his years as a chef and Curtis says he is now confident in being able to express who is and his own distinctive style on a plate, using not so familiar flavour combinations and enhancing the diners experience with modern techniques.
The cuisine at Quill
More has also been revealed about the cuisine at Quill, with guests set to enjoy modern British food, with European influences from both the A La Carte and 8-course-tasting menu.
The dining concept promises fine dining and high levels of gastronomy in a comfortable and relaxed environment, without the restrictions formal restaurants once had, and food that plays on perception and touches on nostalgic memories.
Curtis added: “Quill is a fine dining restaurant and we will be competing with some of the biggest names in the industry, which are right on our doorstep. I want to create a vibe and venue where people come to experience great food and exciting cocktails, but without traditional formality. We are confident our food will surpass expectation and set the standard for the King Street food scene.
“Manchester has made a real mark on the culinary map in recent years, and it finally feels like this city is ready to except refined food.”
£1 million+ investment
The venue itself in King Street is also going to be extraordinary and more than £1 million has been invested into Quill, which will offer private dining areas and intimate seating.
Chris Longmate, CEO of On The Wall Group, the restaurant company behind Quill, said: “The official opening is just around the corner and we cannot wait to see Quill full of guests. We are offering a beautiful place where our guests can enjoy excellent food, drink and cocktails in intimate settings.”
For more information click here