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New Peruvian restaurant to launch in Newcastle inspired by NUFC favourite Nolberto Solano

The latest bar and restaurant to add to the ever expanding Newcastle dining scene is set to open its doors later this month, on Saturday 20th June.

Endorsed by popular Peruvian, ex-Newcastle United player Nolberto ‘Nobby’ Solano, Solano’s will be bringing a taste of traditional Peruvian cuisine to the city.

The restaurant, which will be the country’s only Peruvian restaurant outside of London, will employ 16 staff who will have specialised training prior to opening.

Joint north east owners, Chris Levee, Alfonso Yanez and Linda Deacon, have invested £100k in the restaurant, in a move to resurrect the site formerly occupied by Escobars at Amen Corner, Newcastle.

Chris Levee said: “Former NUFC player Nolberto Solano has encouraged us to use the name Solano’s as there are strong connections with Newcastle and himself, which everyone in Newcastle can relate to.

“Nobby loves the idea of his native food being served here in Newcastle and he’s desperate for us to open the doors. No doubt he’ll be a regular!”

Linda, of Linda Deacon Estates, said: “We are delighted to be opening Solano’s in Newcastle, to offer the people of the north east a unique dining experience with a South American ambience.

“The culture of the city has changed dramatically over the last ten years so we believe a touch of Peruvian cuisine will excite diners.”