Much-loved Liverpool restaurant Mowgli will close its doors today for an unknown length of time following the latest coronavirus advice.
Mowgli founder Nisha Katona took to Instagram last night to share the news that her restaurants across the country, including two in Liverpool, would close to focus on “curbing the spread of Covid 19”.
The decision comes after Boris Johnson addressed the country on Monday, March 16, discouraging the public from visiting bars, restaurants and other social gatherings.
The full statement read: “Dear all, after yesterday’s Government announcement and more importantly after watching the plight of our Italian brothers and sisters - our focus at Mowgli is now on curbing the spread of Covid 19.
“Nothing else matters. We intend to close Mowgli across the country as of tomorrow night. [March 18]
“Any NHS workers dining in Mowgli today and tomorrow will receive food for free. It is our way of clapping you from our balconies, our dear heroes. We thank you for all you do and all you will do over the next months.
“As we mothball our beloved Mowgli, myself and my senior management team will now work without sleeping on the way in which we can honour our teams over the next months.
“I believe when the world emerges from this forced restructuring of life, any new dawn will have a place for Mowgli.
“It is because of the loyalty, support and encouragement of you, our dear, dear Mowglites, that we have a chance of hibernating but keeping our little corner of the economy alive and able to re-germinate on any new horizon.
“For that we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. See you on the other side- we wait for that day - and so much Mowgli love to you all.”
Mowgli fans were quick to share their thoughts and well wishes with the team.
One person said: “Utmost respect as always to you Nisha. Expect all the support once you reopen.”
Another said: “As an NHS Doctor - thank you for putting people’s health first. And I’m certain everyone will be there waiting on the other side”.
“Correct decision, shame the government has been so poor in their direction and support. Look after yourselves, we, the customers will be back” added a third.
