Chef Alan Higgins relaunches Nautilus Restaurant Dublin as Sienna's

Loyal member of The Staff Canteen, executive chef and co-owner of Dublin's Nautilus Restaurant, Alan Higgins, has announced that it was set for a big change,10 years after he first joined the establishment.

The newly-revamped restaurant, now called Sienna's, as is the chef's daughter, will serve Italian-inspired food.

The chef shared the news on Twitter, commemorating the restaurant's decade-long tenure and thanking patrons for their support.

End of an era. After 10 great years of Nautilus, its time for a change of direction and a new challenge. Thanks to all the customers we've had over the years. Your support has been greatly appreciated. We are looking forward to see what you all think of the new food Stay tuned! pic.twitter.com/FoSaRF2toW

— Alan Higgins (@alanhigginschef) June 18, 2020

Twice named member of the month on The Staff Canteen, Alan Higgins held the reigns at the family-run, seafood-led restaurant with his wife Robyn, who ran front of house - and assumedly, will continue to do so at Sienna's.

He recently told The Staff Canteen that he viewed the lockdown as " time to spend with my family," which, he said, "I wouldn't normally get to do a lot.

"It's also a good time to do some research, better yourself and maybe learn a few new things. We are all in the same boat.

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