AN AWARD-WINNING restaurant has been given another accolade for its food.

Etch, run by Steven Edwards, in Church Road, Hove, has been awarded three AA rosettes.

AA rosette winners are restaurants that have been recognised for offering food of the highest culinary standards in the UK.

Etch is one of just 16 establishments in the UK to have been awarded the honour of three rosettes in the latest AA listings.

Other restaurants that have been awarded three rosettes include Gordon Ramsay’s London restaurant Pétrus, Rothay Manor Hotel & Fine Dining, and Allium at Askham Hall.

A statement from the AA describes the awards as being awarded to “outstanding restaurants that are achieving standards that demand national recognition well beyond their local area.”

Simon Numphud, managing director at AA Hotel and Hospitality Services said “We are delighted to recognise these hotels and restaurants for achieving such high standards of culinary excellence.

“Congratulations to all those working at these establishments, who continue to show the breadth and quality of the British culinary landscape.”

The AA has been awarding rosettes to restaurants since 1956, with the top award of five rosettes being introduced in 1991. The multi rosettes are awarded bi-annually in January and September, with success being determined by one or more visits by an AA inspector to a hotel or restaurant.

Etch was opened in March 2017 by Steven Edwards who has a wealth of experience in food but came into the public eye after winning Masterchef: The Professionals in 2013.

Etch was the first restaurant Steven owned and has become a hit with foodies in the city since opening.

Speaking about the award, Brighton food writer Nick Mosley said: “It’s great news and another significant leap for the hospitality industry in the city and definitely something that we need to shout about locally and nationally.

“It’s a reflection of the creativity and consistent high standards coming out of Steve’s kitchen, delivered by both him and his superb young team.

“It goes to show that a vision, dedication and a lot of hard work, day in, day out, can pay a huge and well-deserved dividend.”

To find out more about Etch visit https://www.etchfood.co.uk.

For the list of all AA Rosette winning restaurants visit www.theaa.com/restaurants.