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Thali
A household name in Bristol, The Thali Restaurant and its flavoursome Thali curries have won awards from The Observer and BBC Radio 4. Inspired by the heart and soul of India, the restaurant showcases the hero dishes of the subcontinent from the back streets of Bombay to the beach shacks of Goa.
Thali opened in 2001, effectively as one of the first ever pop-ups, before pop-ups were even a trend! Situated in Montpelier in a shop that functioned as a gift store by day, serving up traditional Indian food in the form of just two thalis. It’s this history and their ethical code inspired by the Indian mantra ‘jugaad’ (do more with less), that makes them feel intrinsically linked to Bristol and the opportunities the city offered them when they first opened.
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Head Chefs Ramesh and Asha and recipe developer Prasad are always the final check when it comes to authenticity, making sure every experience reflects everyday India. Along with our neighbours, Sweet Mart in Easton, they are an incredible example of the diversity of our city and the successful businesses that have been created by families from all over the world.
The team jumped at the chance to join the founding members of Better Bristol. “We understand the importance of growing sustainably. We want to see that not only for our business but for Bristol as a whole. Our team is eclectic and only by embracing the diversity this city is renowned for, offering equal opportunities to all and recognising the bravery of each new idea can we truly say that we are building a Better Bristol” – Pepe Antonio Blanco (co-owner).
Find out more at www.thethalirestaurant.co.uk
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