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70 jobs created as Thai Leisure Group brings flagship restaurant to Newcastle

Food chain Thai Leisure Group has brought its flagship restaurant Chaophraya to Newcastle city centre, creating 70 new jobs in the process.

Following an investment of over £1.5m, the eatery is based at a rooftop site within the redeveloped Grey’s Quarter in intu Eldon Square.

A traditional opening ceremony was carried out by Buddhist Monks this week to mark the opening, an event which included spiritual chanting and a sacred blessing to bestow good fortune and prosperity on the new establishment.

Signature dishes on the menu include soft shell crab served on a bed of mango salad, palm sugar and chili glazed chicken, and the renowned Phad Thai served in a contemporary way.

Ian Leigh, Managing Director of Thai Leisure Group commented: “Newcastle city centre has been a key target for us for a while now, so naturally we are incredibly excited to be bringing our new restaurant to the region.

“Over the past year, we have had a team flying back and forth between the UK and Thailand, sourcing decorations, furniture and finalising recipes – all with the ambition to make the Newcastle restaurant a truly inspirational and immersive experience for our customers.”

Tania Vesty, Marketing Manager at intu Eldon Square, added: “The arrival of Chaophraya at intu Eldon Square is a fresh and exciting addition to our new restaurant offering in Grey’s Quarter.

“With the rooftop location of the restaurant providing a fantastic backdrop and the delicious and innovative food on offer, Chaophraya is bringing a new dining experience to the centre which we can’t wait to try.”