Owner of Piste Wine Bar & Restaurant in Tarporley acquires second dining venue

The restaurateur behind Piste Wine Bar & Restaurant in Tarporley, Cheshire, has acquired an eatery in Sandbach.

Owner James Hughes said he plans to gives Folks, located at 45 High Street, a “significant refit” to bring the venue in line with the Piste brand.

The restaurant was marketed off a guide price of £340k and houses 78 covers along with a patio area to the front and rear.

Leisure property firm Fleurets brokered the deal on behalf of former owner Phil Nuttall.

Commenting on the sale, Phil said: “I am not a leisure operator. The building has been in our family for a number of years but my main business is car sales.

“I am the MD of Motor Save Direct Limited, which is a car supermarket based in Crewe, Cheshire.”

He added: “I felt I would be better selling Folks and releasing funds to put into my main business where I could make a better return.”

The transaction marks Piste’s second site.

James commented: “We’re thrilled to be taking on The Folks in Sandbach.

“We have Piste Wine Bar & Restaurant in Tarporley presently and are looking to take our brand forward.”

He continued: “We love the building and the area and after a significant refit we’re looking forward to opening.