Aldo Zilli opens new restaurant

Charismatic chef Aldo Zilli has recently opened his newest restaurant, Zilli Brasserie, to coincide with the official launch of myhotel Brighton. Walking into the 120 seat al fresco space through the open expanse of Jubilee Square, Zilli’s diners are greeted by beautifully flowing design accented with graceful curves and sparkling crystals.

This newest creation, as well as the hotel’s vibrant interior, is the result of a unique collaboration between myhotel’s harmonizing use of fengshui and the artistry of crystal master Lawrence Stoller.

Zilli Brasserie features a chef’s table for up to 15 guests who can observe close-up the talents of the celebrated chef at work. On the opposite end of the restaurant, cosy, plush banquettes that can be partitioned into private areas provide an ideal spot for informal gatherings, casual lunches or business conferences.

The restaurant, with a total capacity of 240, serves modern Italian cuisine, with all produce sourced from local suppliers; the emphasis is on a wide variety of the freshest seafood. Starters include Deep Fried Squid with Organic Sicilian Lemon, Mussels and Cherry Tomato Stew served with Golden Stew, Beef Carpaccio and Pan Fried Scallops with Peas and Crispy Pancetta. Starters are very reasonably priced and start at £5.50. Fish main courses include Chargrilled Whole Organic Sea-bass with Olive Oil and Lemon, Whole Grilled Lobster with Olive Oil, Cajun Spices and Chips and an exceptional offering - Black Cod Marinated in Mirin, Teriyaki and Sesame Oil Served with Banana Leaves and Stir Fried Vegetables. A towering Seafood Platter including nearly every type of shellfish imaginable is available for two for £50.

Aldo also serves Classic Veal Milanese, Surf and Turf of Chargrilled Marinated Lamb Chops and Spicy Tiger Prawns With Greek Salad, and an Organic Kobe Beef Burger. All mains are priced between £12.50 and £25. Pasta dishes include Aldo’s signature Lobster Spaghetti, Sea Bass and Potato Gnocchi with Monkfish Ragout and the ideally seasonal Pea and Mint Risotto with Shaved Pecorino Cheese. Diners are invited to round off their meal with a delicious selection of desserts including Aldo’s famed Summer Tiramisu, as well as Profiteroles with Italian Custard and Hot Chocolate Sauce, or a warm Glazed Lemon Tart with Mascarpone Cream. Desserts are priced at £6.50.

Since opening his first restaurant in Soho 20 years ago, Aldo has gone from strength to strength - his restaurants becoming a magnet for media notables and entertainers, attracted by his delicious food and incomparable sense of humour. Other restaurants in the Zilli Group include Signor Zilli, Signor Zilli Bar and Zilli Café. His recently released autobiography, ‘Being Zilli’, details a lifetime of challenges and triumphs, awards and admiring luminaries.

Positioned on the city’s regenerated Jubilee Street in the North Laine area, myhotel Brighton is a magnificent 80 guestroom property, spread over four floors with several creative event spaces, restaurant and bar. The hotel is the shared aesthetic ideal of Andy Thrasyvoulou and designer Karim Rashid, along with local Brighton artists and craftsmen. Described as ‘a hotel where Freddie Mercury might have met the Maharishi’, myhotel Brighton is an exhilarating destination on its own. Juxtaposing sexy cutting-edge design and state-of-the-art technology with the serene effects of the principles of fengshui, myhotel Brighton is the perfect environment for Aldo Zilli’s exciting seaside debut.

Zilli Brasserie and Zilli Café are located at myhotel Brighton, 17 Jubilee Street, Brighton, BN1 1GE

For more information, visit Zillialdo.com and myhotels.com.