Flavours of South America

Hanover Street restaurant promises to be Superico

CITY CENTRE Eatery Superico is the creation of chef, Scott Wise, and mixologist, Mike Lynch, who have gathered together a team of five bringing a flavour of South America to Hanover Street. The restaurant at number 83 has just opened, and in late June the Superico Bar & Lounge at 99 Hanover Street will also open its doors. The style is influenced by the big, bold flavours of South America, where Scott spent time travelling.

With over 30 years combined experience between them, Scott and Mike were part of the team that launched the Devil’s Advocate restaurant and bar in Edinburgh’s Old Town in 2013.

Scott previously worked in The Witchery by the Castle and The Tower. Now his signature dishes will include ceviche and crudo inspired by Nikkei cuisine in Peru, beef cheek with mole from Mexico and fresh mojo sauces inspired by Chile.

Mike is a hospitality manager and award-winning mixologist, having won the title of UK’s Best Cocktail Bar for Bramble Bar on Queen Street in 2019, and he represented the bar at industry events and takeovers in cities such as London, Copenhagen, New York and Denver.

Mike said: “We can’t wait to bring a unique South American flair to Edinburgh’s Hanover Street. Expect a fun, vibrant and stylish setting across both of our two venues with outgoing, knowledgeable and attentive service.

“Guests will enjoy hustle and bustle in the restaurant where they’ll get the chance to see the bar and kitchen team work side by side in the open space to the rear of the restaurant.

“With our sights firmly set on the launch and growth of both our venues, Superico has the ambition to quickly become a well established social venue in Edinburgh with global recognition.”

Chef Scott Wyse, added: “I’m not just looking at the typical styles and flavours that you may associate with South America, but also how other cultures have influenced them such as Nikkei cuisine which is the Japanese influence on Peru.

“Expect some niche flavours, but I will make them approachable and fit the fun and relaxed atmosphere.”