BBC 2014 MasterChef: The Professionals Winner, Jamie Scott, announces his new restaurant is to open early 2016 in Newport on Tay.

Jamie's eagerly awaited first restaurant will be named The Newport and is located on the river front overlooking the River Tay with panoramic views across to Dundee. Set over 2 floors and with 60 covers, The Newport will be serving clean, flavoursome Scottish food using the best of local ingredients inspired by the surroundings and Jamie's knowledge of the area.

BBC 2014 MasterChef: The Professionals Winner, Jamie Scott, said:

“It was always my intention to open my first restaurant in the Fife and Dundee area. This is where I grew up and drew all my inspiration from. The Newport gives me everything I wanted in my first venture. Newport on Tay is a beautiful coastal town with the most incredible views across the river. The Newport is a popular venue and with the addition of the restaurant I am looking forward to being part of this wonderful community. My food will reflect the natural surroundings and I am very excited about the future The Newport will bring.”

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Jamie Scott
Originally from Arbroath, Jamie was inspired by his mother, Winnie, in the kitchen.  His grandmother too was also a keen baker with his mother being the first female sous chef in Britain. 

Jamie helped out in the kitchen of his parent's pub prior to attending culinary college to pursue his dream of becoming a chef. 

After spending six years learning his craft in Arbroath, Jamie moved to St Andrews joining the Rocca restaurant where he worked for four years as Head Chef.

In 2014, Jamie took part in BBC MasterChef: The Professionals which saw his culinary skills tested to the limit. Demonstrating his creativity, skill and determination, Jamie's final task was to serve a three course meal for judges Marcus Wareing, Monica Galetti and Gregg Wallace. As a result, Jamie was crowned the winner of MasterChef: The Professionals 2014. 
 
Jamie will open his new restaurant, The Newport, with his wife and 'absolute rock' Kelly, who will run front of house. 

Passionate for local Scottish food and drink business, Jamie is delighted to be working in Fife.

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