€€€€ • Wine bar • Highbury
Giacco’s, a neighbourhood wine bar and restaurant in Highbury, has announced the launch of a new chef residency programme, designed to platform emerging talent within London’s hospitality scene and beyond.Since opening in 2023, Giacco’s has quickly become a beloved fixture on Blackstock Road, known for its warm, familiar (but never overbearing) service. The tight-knit space leans Italian in feel, with a focus on European low-intervention wines, a concise cocktail list.- Southwestern French comfort with Armand Sansonnes, Until 21st June - Armand is a Swiss-born chef whose culinary identity has been shaped by his roots in southwestern France and its exceptional produce. After starting his Career in Switzerland , he moved to France to work alongside Harry Cummins in Marseille. He later relocated to Paris, where he joined Sota Atsumi at Maison Sota as Sous Chef. Through these experiences, Armand has developed a cuisine deeply rooted in local terroirs & produced-driven comfort food.