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Edinburgh's Monster Mash becomes Mum's Great Comfort Food

  • Source: The List (Issue 658)
  • Date: 10 June 2010 (updated 15 Jun 2010)
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Name Changes and Food News - June 2010

Déjà vu all over again

Hot on the heels of Ashes to Ashes, a Conservative prime minister and not overlooking Marc Almond’s 25th anniversary tour, the 80s and 90s revival continues with the return of the old green and gold livery of Pierre Victoire to the streets of Edinburgh.

After two years of hearing diners and journos compare Chez Pierre on Eyre Place to Pierre Victoire, Pierre Levicky couldn’t resist an attempt to revive the good old days by rebranding. Of course the hint was there when Chez Jules arrived in Hanover Street late last year, and Levicky claims it was the success of a one-off Pierre Victoire night at the newer restaurant that prompted the switch.

Another name change has taken place on Forrest Road in Edinburgh where the well-known Monster Mash has become Mum’s Great Comfort Food. According to the restaurant it’s the ‘same team, new name, long story!’ They’re promising a similar, but new, menu and lower prices.

More: Life & style, Food & drink (Life & style), Chez Jules, Chez Pierre, monster mash, Mum’s Great Comfort Food, Pierre Victoire

Monster Mash
20 Forrest Road, Edinburgh, EH1 2QN
In April 2010, Monster Mash relocates a grand total of 15m up the road. But fans need not fear: the biggest change will simply be more space to spend your money. As 20 Forrest Road will see restaurant seating for 65, private dining for 25 and outdoor…

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1. phyllis nalick, brooklyn new york – 6 September 2010, 1:09pmReport

i hope that they keep the same quality of food. we can't wait to eat their. we are coming across their. this Oct. we would love to make a rev to have a place to eat.

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