Located just across the road from the former’s existing restaurants Heaney’s and Uisce, the new venture is set to open its doors to the public early next month.
“We’re thrilled to be opening Ember in the heart of Pontcanna; this community has been an incredible home for Uisce and Heaney’s, and the excitement we’ve had around Ember already has been amazing,” Heaney says. “We are excited to bring something different to the area - with Dave’s creativity and our shared passion for exceptional, seasonal food. We just wanted to provide another fun place to dine in the area.”
The Ember team worked with Sophie Pascoe, founder at local agency Studio Severn, to design the space.
“The interior at Ember uses neutral tones and natural textures throughout the palette, bespoke joinery detailing and fixtures, and a mixture of light timbers, natural stone, and earthy fabrics,” she says. “This will provide a calm canvas and a relaxed environment to showcase the food, wine, and cooking methods - really letting those take centre stage.”
Heaney’s CV includes time with Richard Corrigan, Ollie Dabbous and David Everitt-Matthias.
He launched his first solo restaurant in 2018 following success on Great British Menu and at The Great House hotel in Bridgend.