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TGt Meets...Parimal Sarkar

We've been chatting with the brand new The Burj chef; Parimal Sarkar about all things food, achievements and Swindon.

How long have you been in the food industry?

Since 1991

Other than The Burj, where’s your favourite Indian Restaurant in the UK?

The Plum Foxfield

Where’s your favourite place to eat out in Swindon? (apart from The Burj)

Wagamama Swindon

What’s your signature dish?

Galda Chingri Masala (King Prawn)

What are your top 5 ingredients in Indian cooking?

Fresh Curry leaves, Fresh Garlic, Fresh Ginger, Fresh Mint and Fresh Coriander.

How do you like to spend your time off?

Travelling abroad.

What has been your biggest achievement to date?

Started my own venture at the Burj.

What are your plans for the future?

Establish Burj as Destination Indian Restaurant.

Describe Swindon in three words.....

Vibrant, growing, modern town.