Mayor of Sunderland officially opens The Bengal Table - a brand new restaurant in Sunderland

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Ehthesham Haque and Bengal Table

The Bengal Table Brings Authentic Bengali Flavours to Castletown.

The brand new Bengali restaurant, The Bengal Table, has officially been declared open in Castletown by the Mayor, Ehthesham Haque.

At a special opening event, the mayor spoke about the importance of food and community in the city.

He said: “Food is one of the most powerful ways to bring people together.”

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Ahead of the official opening, invited guests were given the chance to taste a selection of dishes during a soft launch, offering a first look at what The Bengal Table will bring to the area’s dining scene.

The Bengal Table opened its doors to the public on Wednesday, November 26, giving local residents the opportunity to experience Bengali cuisine in Castletown.

Bookings can be made online via the restaurant’s website at www.thebengaltable.co.uk/contact.

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