THE TEAM behind a successful Glasgow restaurant are opening up a new venture in the capital.

Ox and Finch are adding new restaurant BABA to their books from October.

The eatery, which is inspired by the flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean, will be located at 130 George Street in the heart of Edinburgh's historic New Town.

This new project is the result of a partnership between Ox and Finch's Jonathan MacDonald and Daniel Spurr, and Katherine Arnold and Robbie Bargh from London-based Gorgeous Group; a company at the forefront of global restaurant and bar concepts and designs.

Together they aim of introducing the vibrant flavours of the Levantine kitchen to Scotland's capital.

Glasgow born David Barnett has been appointed as head chef. He spent a number of years heading the kitchen of 3 AA Rosette recipient The Torridon in Wester Ross.