Nuno Mendes plans to reopen Viajante, using crowd funding scheme

For the next 60 days, Nuno Mendes will rely on his fans and supporters to fund the revitalisation of the Michelin-starred Viajante. So far, the crowd funding scheme has raised only 2% of the target figure of £1.75million, however Nuno believes that if enough money is raised, the restaurant could be opening as soon as autumn 2016. The proposed location for the resurrection has been revealed as a Victorian riverfront warehouse at Metropolitan wharf. Talking on a new Instagram account, Nuno said: “I am extremely happy and proud to announce that we have secured a stunning location and set the wheels in motion to launch a new Viajante. As you may know and perhaps had the chance to visit, I have opened several projects that have hopefully had an impact on the London dining scene over the years including Bacchus, The Loft Project, Corner Room, Chiltern Firehouse, Taberna do Mercado and of course, the original Viajante in Bethnal Green." He added: "For many years I have wanted to build a true world class destination restaurant in London and I believe that I have found the right space to make this possible. Our new site looks out onto the riverfront in Wapping, a beautiful and interesting neighbourhood with some of the most impressive properties in our beloved city. We chose a new area and also a new approach to funding for this special project. Via crowdfunding, we would like to give you a chance to support us by contributing with a little or a lot to make this dream come true. We hope that this excites you enough to want to participate and make the vision of creating a true world class restaurant a reality. Thank you enormously for your support.” Nuno expects to see investors and diners from all over the world, as investors will see a 33% equity stake and some will even