Beaufort Home Chelsea proclaims the upcoming launch of KORA, an off-the-cuff Mediterranean idea restaurant opening to the general public in July 2025. Situated on the bottom ground of the enduring Beaufort Home at 354 Kings Street, KORA is a daring reimagining of sun-drenched coastal eating — balancing elevated flavour, heritage, and understated magnificence within the coronary heart of Chelsea. KORA is derived from ‘Kore’ (Greek: Κόρη), which means ‘maiden’ or ‘daughter,’ the unique title of Persephone earlier than her transformation into the Queen of the Underworld. Her fable displays deep, common themes of seasonality and transformation. The eating expertise is impressed by the parable of Persephone, as a sanctuary of gradual pleasures, daring flavours, and Mediterranean soul.
The Founders say:
“KORA is a contemporary homage to Mediterranean custom. We needed to create one thing rooted in simplicity, generosity, and heat, but formed by a up to date rhythm. Each element, from the olive-toned interiors to the sea-kissed flavours, displays that stability.”
Impressed by recent, seasonal produce and easy sharing platters, the restaurant champions a menu designed for lengthy, leisurely lunches. Lead by Government Head Chef Sasha Ziverts, KORA takes timeless Mediterranean classics and reimagines them with creativity and fashionable aptitude. On the coronary heart of their cooking is a dedication to distinctive elements, celebrating the perfect of British seasonal produce and thoroughly sourced imports from throughout the Mediterranean. Dishes are sincere, vibrant, and stuffed with soul — from the starters, together with Yellowtail Kingfish, Crimson Mullet Crudo and Bluefin Tuna Crudo, to the primary dish highlights of charred cuts together with Dry-Aged Brief Loin, Saganaki Prawns, Entire BBQ Turbot and Garnett Farm Pork Chop — all dropped at life over the signature indoor fireplace. The fragile finales embody dishes equivalent to Semifreddo al Miele, Feta & Amarena Cheesecake and Tahini & Sesame Ice Cream. Each dish begins with a narrative of the sun-drenched Mediterranean coast, the scent of rosemary within the wind, and the fingers that harvest with care. The kitchen is a mirrored image of the Mediterranean seasons: daring, restrained, historic, and alive.
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