8 Plates has a reputation for incredible food, service and mischievous tales.

We are always looking to add like minded people, finally, after almost a year of planning and shenanigans, ladies and gentlemen, I give you The Heretics…

I asked them to describe themselves, just so you know what you’re in for. Cover your eyes and ears if you’re of a gentle disposition.

It appears we are kindred spirits.

“Ask for forgiveness, not permission.”

“We started the heretics as we were frankly sick of doing it for other people. Gareth has been flogging wine in one form or another for about 20 years, Jimmy has been a creative for nearly 30 years. Gareth has been in English wine for 10 years and has generally been helping rich old white men not to fuck things up and lose a good chunk of their money, but not everyone listens, that we can tell you. So instead of sitting on the fence and coming out with another dreary English wine brand, this is a reflection of who we are and what we like. Honestly, we hope everyone doesn't like it, and if you describe it as 'nice', Gareth may get physical with you. Our brand isn't for everyone, it's about music, art and fashion and obviously wine. So, if you like going to dinner with a posh English boy called Barnaby Higston-Smythe hosting, likely wearing an expensive suit, then do us a favour and don't come to this one. If that's not your thing, then we look forward to hanging out. Much Love.”

G&J