Adam Byatt opens Rosina and reveals head chef

Rosina, Adam Byatt’s new neighbourhood restaurant on Wandsworth Common, has opened its doors. 

Named after Byatt’s daughter Rosie, the restaurant marks his first venture into Italian cooking.

The revered chef has also revealed that Will Bee has been appointed as Rosina’s head chef, bringing experience from kitchens such as Michelin-starred Lita and previously Paul Ainsworth at No.6.

"Choosing Will for this role was an easy decision," says Byatt. "He is a blindingly talented cook, but it was also his leadership, maturity and drive that really impressed me. Working alongside Will to develop the menu at Rosina has been a joy."

What's on the menu?

The menu will showcase produce, wines and recipes from across Italy, as well as the ingredients from the UK.

Guests can expect to begin their meal with snacks such as Gnocco Fritto with Mortadella Bologna and Melazane fritte, before moving on to starters including Sardines with salsa verde and Datterini tomatoes with Mozzarella di bufala Campana, nectarine and basil.

Signature dishes include Risotto bianco, made with Riso Buono Carnaroli rice. Other highlights include PSP (post service pasta dish of spaghetti, anchovy, chilli and garlic), Cavatelli cacio e pepe, and Salt-baked gilt-head bream, served with a salad of shaved fennel and orange segments.

Rosina is open seven days a week from 12pm to 2.30pm and from 5.30pm to 10pm. Several of Byatt’s current longstanding team members from front- and back-of-house have also joined Rosina. 

Image: Mike Sim

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