14 Jun 2017
Overlooking London's historic Borough Market, Arthur Hooper's restaurant will serve guests European small plates, partnered with a curated wine list.
Victorian Arthur Hooper was a charming fruit salesman, who once occupied 8 Stoney Street. Recently derelict, the building's historical ties to food and the local community have been lovingly restored.
The 51-seater restaurant offers guests a modern European menu, designed by Chef Lale Oztek. Lale's selection of small plates are inspired by fresh nutritious ingredients and flavours, sourced from local market suppliers including Neal's Yard, Cannon & Cannon and Bread Ahead.
Dishes include mussels with nduja and turnip tops, burrata, samphire and almond salad, and pork and fennel ragufettuccine. Guests will also enjoy daily seasonal specials, created through using the best available produce. Dishes will range from £4 to £16.
"I'm excited to bring my love and enthusiasm for food to such an iconic and historic destination. We'll work hard to ensure that our customers feel welcomed, whilst enjoying delicious dishes from around Britain and Europe, in a relaxed and friendly environment” Chef Lale Oztek
The rough jewel box interior has been exclusively handcrafted by Massimo Minale, architect and creative director of Buster + Punch. Drawing inspiration from historic city markets, Victorian steel structures, cobbled pavements and decaying wooden stalls become crafted steel caged light fittings, custom hexagonal concrete flooring and tailored rare-wood cabinetry. Featured artworks include pieces by acclaimed artists Matt Small and Dan Hillier.
"As we work a stone's throw from Stoney Street and Borough Market this project was very close to our hearts. Our design is a glimpse into the future trends and products that we're passionate about, whilst embracing London's most interesting larder, in the city we love” Massimo Minale
Accompanying Chef Lale's menu, our great friends at Liberty Wines have helped to curate a signature wine list featuring over 50 wines including vintage specials. General Manager of Arthur Hooper's Sergio Aboy commented.
“There will be plenty of wines available to try by the glass, infusing the spirit of the area's tradition that allows visitors to easily sample new delicacies. Arthur Hooper's is the perfect space to relax and unwind in.”
We look forward to meeting you.
ENDS
NOTES TO EDITOR:
Arthur Hooper's restaurant is not part of Borough Market and it is not licensed as an official trading partner. Please refer to Arthur Hooper's location as overlooking / next to / near by / close to Borough Market, as per the official press copy.
Arthur Hooper's is located at 8 Stoney Street, directly opposite Borough Market and is open seven days a week.
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FULL ADDRESS
Arthur Hooper's
8 Stoney Street
London, SE1 9AA
RESERVATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
t: 020 7940 0169
OPENING TIMES
Monday - Saturday: 11am- 11pm
Sunday: 11am - 5pm
MENU HIGHLIGHTS
SMALL BITES - CHEESES / MEATS
Cured meats and cheeses, olives, nuts and breads
VEGETARIAN/ GLUTEN FREE DISHES
Burrata, samphire and almond salad (gf), £9
Harissa butter beans, charred tenderstem, ricotta, nigella seeds (gf), £7
MEAT DISHES
Lamb and bulgur meatballs, tomato sauce, yogurt, £7/£10
Pork and fennel ragu fettuccine, £9.50/£16.50
Beef carpaccio, salsa verde, capezzana olive oil (gf), £10.50
FISH DISHES
Mussels, nduja, turnip tops, £7.50/£11.50
Mackerel, white beans, radish, brown shrimp (gf), £14
LIGHT BITES
Nocellara olives, £3
Harissa mixed nuts, £3.50
Sourdough, butter, £3.50
DESSERT
Chocolate hazelnut pot, salted caramel tuile, £6
Ricotta Cheesecake, Rhubarb Orange Compote, £5.50
BOROUGH MARKET SUPPLIERS
Neal's Yard, cheese selection
Cannon & Cannon, cured meats
Bread Ahead, fresh bread
CHEF LALE OZTEK
Since being trained at Le Cordon Bleu London, Lale has worked in prestigious restaurants and culinary environments. These include the JW Marriott Ankara, London's Bernardi's and Zucca, voted the best Italian restaurant in the 2015 National Restaurant Awards.
BUSTER + PUNCH
Buster + Punch are a London-born interior fashion design label. They work with rare, solid materials to make extraordinary items for everyday use. Collections include lighting, furniture and limited edition ranges including motorbikes.
For further press information, please contact Anna Paganelli at anna@annapaganelli.co.uk.
