Beeston pub offers true taste of India

Key city business people and residents from across Nottinghamshire descended on Beeston for the official opening of The Royal Oak Bar and Indian Restaurant, which has been transformed by local Asian food and drink supplier Asiana Ltd.

Hosted by managing director Sam Sangha and the rest of the team at Asiana, the invite-only event saw over 200 guests enjoy a true taste of India, with authentic Indian food prepared by head chef Vikram Singh Negi, formerly of the five-star Taj Hotel in Mumbai, and his brigade.

The restaurant on Villa Street is a first for the firm, who has already positioned itself as a successful distributor and retailer of Asian food and drink products to restaurant outlets across the UK.

Guests were also treated to a complimentary Indian buffet, vodka ice luge, beer bath and a selection of specially made cocktails and canapés, including a performance by a local jazz band and Royal Oak goody bags, featuring an exclusive membership card.

Companies that were in attendance included names, such as Robert Ellis, Tenon, Nottingham University and Broxtowe Borough Council. The launch was hailed a roaring success after future bookings came flooding in on the night.

Sam Sangha commented: “We are delighted with the success of the opening night, and have received outstanding feedback on the quality of the food and what we have done with the interior from those who attended.

“Big plans are set for the future of The Royal Oak, including a complete renovation and extension of the original building, where we intend to expand our food and drink offering with an exciting new Vietnamese dining concept, coffee house and a large function/meeting space.

Serving traditional Indian favourites, such as Murgh Makhni and Lamb Madras to eat in or take away all week, the venue will also be offering a selection of sandwiches and salads for lunch.