SWG3 is delighted to announce the return of its popular restaurant pop-up series at Zinc Bar, kicking off with an exclusive event by Café XO on 29th March
Café XO, led by chef Andrew Manson, offers more than just food—it presents a vision. With a focus on celebrating all things umami, the pop-ups promise a vibrant dining experience where fresh meats, fish, and whole vegetables are beautifully finished over Japanese coals and served with vibrant, Asian-inspired condiments and garnishes.
For Andrew, Café XO is about bringing the joy back into both dining out and working in hospitality.
He explains:”Café XO isn’t just about serving food—it’s about sharing a movement. It’s about creating an experience where passion, skill, and enjoyment take centre stage. I want to bring back the joy of cooking, serving, and truly connecting with guests—without the constant pressure of hitting targets and squeezing every penny out of the process. When the focus is on delivering a memorable experience for everyone involved, everything else will follow naturally.”
SWG3’s Zinc Bar pop-up series has previously welcomed a mix of established and emerging talent from Glasgow’s vibrant food scene, including collaborations with favourites such as Ox & Finch, Julie’s Kopitiam, Cail Bruich, Ka Pao, and Five March.
Meryl Gilbert, Arts & Business Director at SWG3, shares her excitement about the return of the pop-ups: “We’re thrilled to be relaunching our restaurant pop-up series with Café XO. Andrew’s passion for creating memorable dining experiences aligns perfectly with our ethos at SWG3. We can’t wait to welcome guests to Zinc Bar and share these special evenings with them.”
Tickets are priced at £55.00 per person plus booking fee, reservations can be made here.
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