Desis in the UK, we come bearing delish news! Haldiram’s is opening its first-ever UK restaurant in London. The brand, which has been an emotion for desis across the globe, is bringing its namkeen and mithai to Leicester Square. So, if you’re in London gorging on fish and chips but yearning for a quick run for khatta meeta, then it looks like home has come to you!
Haldiram’s Opens 110-Seater Restaurant In London
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According to a report by The Economic Times, Haldiram’s first London restaurant will be an 110-seater space at Leicester Square. The international expansion is helmed by 24-year-old Rhea Agarwal, a Gen Z professional with an eagle-eyed focus on taking her family business to new heights.
What diners can expect is a mixture of traditional dishes loved by Haldiram’s patrons, with something “little extra”. The extra, Rhea, revealed to The Economic Times is a dash of modernity, which is inspired by her student days in London. It’s blend of both traditional and modern tastes. Rhea took to her own Instagram stories to announce the restaurant’s inauguration date which happens to be June 25.
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Authentic Indian Dishes With Something “Extra”
While authentic Indian dishes stay untouched, Rhea teased about the UK’s first Haldiram’s restaurant bringing in something extra for diners. Apart from those already familiar with the brand, Haldiram’s is looking to reach a wider customer base with its new outlet sitting in an iconic square.
The London-based Agarwal has observed the popularity of Indian cuisine in the UK. With the Leicester Square outlet, Rhea wishes to introduce Londoners to different aspects of Indian cuisine that go beyond curries. There’s a vision to make mithai and namkeen a household name in London. The report by The Economic Times reveals that Rhea Agarwal, Haldiram’s Commercial Director, UK & EU, has a personal connection with London. Having studied in the city for 11 years, she wanted London to be a vital part of her family business’s expansion.
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Haldiram’s new 110-seater restaurant will have vegan options sold at modest prices. Moreover, despite being located at Leicester Square, the restaurant will not charge exorbitantly.
Well, foodies, are you excited to walk into Haldiram’s first-ever UK restaurant?
Cover Image Courtesy: Just Dial (Representative image) and Instagram/@haldiramsuk.restaurants
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Where is Haldiram's restaurant in the UK?
Haldiram's will open a 110-seater restaurant at Leicester Square in London, its first restaurant in the UK.
is Haldiram's opening in London?
Yes, Haldiram's is opening a restaurant in London at Leicester Square on June 25.
Does Haldiram's restaurant in London have vegan options?
Yes, Haldiram's restaurant in London has vegan options apart from authentic Indian dishes, namkeen and mithai.