Jamaican sprinter Yohan Blake is widening his portfolio as an entrepreneur outside of the country with the opening of his first restaurant, The Butcher’s Barrel, in Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park, United States.

The restaurant will be officially opened on Tuesday, October 8.

He made the big announcement on Sunday, September 29 via a social media post.

“After lots of hard work, I’m excited to announce that my restaurant, THE BUTCHER’S BARREL, is finally here! Join me for the grand opening on October 8th in Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park. I can’t wait to see you there!,” Blake said.

Just in October of last year, the former 100m champion launched his water brand, Riviere purified water.