Our latest monthly recap of the hottest new food and beverage openings from around the world on trendhub is live, spotlighting six highlight openings from September here on the blog.
In no particular order, six highlights from the comprehensive foodwatching and drinkswatching new opening reports are:
Little Rose, Fitzroy, Melbourne
Little Rose by Rosheen Kaul has enjoyed a fully-booked three-month residency and is now opening a permanent restaurant in Fitzroy.
Food is French-Asian, classic French dishes with Asian twists, and this will continue in the new restaurant. An example is a pomme purée topped with crab roe and Chaozhou style vin jaune. A wok burner has been added to the kitchen, expanding what can be served. New menu additions are Whole Fish À La Meunière, Kampot Pepper Snails with Lemongrass and a selection of Salads such as Sichuan Quail Lyonnaise. They are also serving Caviar that is served on candelabras with crispy chicken skin, battered spring onions and accompaniments.
The restaurant has had a makeover - it is now inspired by Belle Époque Paris Cafes and "glamorous 1920's Shanghai Salons" and Art Deco designs all layered with Chinoiserie designs.
Fello, Wyndham Street, Hong Kong
Fello in Wyndham Street in Hong Kong is by Shelley Tai and is said to be a "people centric bar". The bar is designed to encourage conversation and is set in a "buzzy space".
The cocktail list is based on eight drinks that have an ABV of 7 to 21. They all have classical expressions with a twist. Signature cocktails include a Pineapple Basil Smash, Gyokuro Melon Punch and a Peony Pear Smoothie. All the drinks are said to be "simple but brushed with Asian touches".
Food has the same philosophy and includes Scallion Oil Tossed Noodles or Tsukune Chicken Burger.
Veda, Kitsilano, Vancouver
Veda in Kitsilano, Vancouver is a 20-seat contemporary neighbourhood restaurant serving South Indian Fare.
The restaurant is inspired by cafes and homes in South India with a touch of life in Kitsilano. Dosa feature heavily, made from a naturally fermented batter, spices are freshly ground and simple ingredients are said to star. The dosa are served with housesambar and tomato or coconut chutney.
There is also a selection of small plates and sides such as Gunpowder Wings, Onion Bhajis, Idli and Medhu Vada.
Coffee is prominent on the menu with South Indian Filter Coffee served hot or cold and Jamun Lemonade is most popular.
Shark Club, Plano, Texas
Shark Club is a Sports Bar and Grill. Hailing from Canada, this is their second US venue.
The bar is set up for families, coaches and local sports enthusiasts. The venue has 37 television screens in the main space, giving a stadium like view. There is an outdoor patio area that faces the pickleball courts, with even more screens.
Food is shareable, as well as stacked burgers, sandwiches and main meals.
Saltwater, Soho, London
Saltwater in Soho is by the team behind Milk Beach, that is now changing into a winebar.
Saltwater is a new takeaway sushi restaurant serving handrolls, sushi and more, made to grab and go.
Handrolls include Salmon with Avocado and Yuzu Mayo or Bluefin Tuna with Shiso, Yuzu Kosho and Smashed Avocado. Nigiri options have Seared Salmon with Miso Glaze, or Shichimi and Hamachi with Ponzu and Jalapeño.
They are also serving Donburi Bowls such as the Saltwater Schnitty with Teriyaki and Kewpie served with rice and smacked cucumbers.
Keepers, West Village, New York
Keepers in West Village, New York is a 70's inspired Tavern and pizza restaurant that serves "fun cocktails and old school pies".
The bar is by the team behind cocktail lounge Dandelion, that is situated nearby. The drinks programme is by Ricky Dolinsky, ex Beverage Director of The View. The menu is focused on Negronis and house cocktails such as Watermelon Daiquiri, Biscotti Old Fashioned or Cherry Vanilla Cream Paloma.
Food is based around pizza with Tavern Style pies with cracker crusts and a special cheese blend.
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Image credit - Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill, Plano, Texas