Scots celebrity chef Tom Kitchin closes Edinburgh eatery following 'tough decision'

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Scots celebrity chef Tom Kitchin will be closing his Edinburgh restaurant at the end of the month.

Tom opened KORA, which is in Bruntsfield, alongside his wife Michaela back in 2022 and it was their fourth local venture alongside The Scran & Scallie, The Kitchin and The Bonnie Badger, in Gullane.

On his Instagram, Tom revealed that it was time to close the doors for a final time, he penned: "Thank you to everyone who has supported KORA over the years. We have made the very tough decision to wrap KORA up at the end of this month..

"KORA by Tom Kitchin has always been a restaurant which we felt really passionate about and we are proud of the great food, service and experiences we have provided to our guests over the past few years.

Kora by Tom Kitchin seating area - warm woods mixed with green accents

"Our regular diners and our suppliers have been instrumental in KORA’s success. Our incredible team has really shown visitors to Edinburgh how incredible Scottish fare is and how proud we are to promote Scottish hospitality.

"We have every intention to bring the KORA concept back to Edinburgh one day, but there is no hiding that the current economic climate contribute to this difficult decision. We have no option but to exercise our lease break clause which is now due.

"All unexpired KORA gift vouchers purchased will be honoured in our sister venues as we really value your support. THANK YOU to everyone who made KORA by Tom Kitchin such a special, happy place to so many of us. Thank you Bruntsfield. The memories will always live on.

"With love, Tom Kitchin & the KORA team."

And many flocked to the comments to express their sadness at the news.

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One wrote: "Tragic loss to Bruntsfield."

Another penned: "Such a shame! Kora was a lovely restaurant and brings back fond memories."

While one said: "Really sad to read this, it must have been such a difficult decision."

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