Café Bangla, started out in 2003 and by 2008 Ali Hussain had converted this place into a thriving business through innovative creations and excellent customer service. Café Bangla provides a classic combination of indisputable knowledge, unique experience and tradtional values that have gained world wide recognition.
With many culinary competition successes, Café Bangla is undoubtedly one of the jewels of the North East. We are proud to be featured in the Michelin Guide for 2010 and hope to keep up the good work and continue to serve food that's sure to please.
At Café Bangla, we pride ourselves on our fresh, flavoursome food and unbeatable customer service. Whether this is your first time or you are a returning customer, we promise to always deliver 100% satisfaction. In our menu you will find old Indian favourites, such as chicken tikka and massala, but we also have a few treats in store for the more adventurous diner. The Bangla duck is our own creation and has been causing a stir among our customers since it was launched. Our Hariali dish, which is recognisable by its distinctive green colour, is one of our speciality dishes and one we are very proud of at Café Bangla. We have added "Bollywood Special" to our recommendation dishes since its mouthwatering taste has put it on top of the list, whatever you choose I sincerely hope you have an excellent experience and please remember, if there is anyway myself or my team can help you, please feel free to ask.
Check out our dining menu to view or download as pdf.
Check out our takeaway menu to view or download as pdf.
Cafe Bangla can expertly cater for events of any size. North East's favourite Indian food is the perfect ingredient to spice up birthday's, weddings and corporate events. We have catered for the following parties in the past: ~ Public sector schools & council ~ NHS ~ Police ~ Weddings & Parties
We would love to speak with you to help cater for your event
With over 20 years of experience Ali Hussain has enjoyed reinventing Indian cuisine over and over again with the use of different food styles such as French, Italian, Chinese and Thai. Fusing new flavours, dishes and styles pushing the boundaries of food which has no limits. His objective is to consistently learn and develop his knowledge of food, and to be recognised as one of the most creative Indian Chefs in the business. His recipes have appeared in magazines and newspapers throughout the UK and currently he is assessing trainee chefs at college. Born in Bangladesh and having grown up in Europe, he learnt a lot about Indian food and how it is represented, from working in the industry from the tender age of 14.
TV APPEARANCE
Chef Ali Hussain is proud to have been a part of the following cookery tv appearances:
NTV Bangla - Cookery show in the Radisson Hotel, London -to see video on Youtube click here.
BBC Asia - Taste of Britain Curry Festival in Dhaka, Bangladesh, covered by CurryLife Magazine.
MEDIA INVOLVEMENT
Chef Ali Hussain has written a few articles for magazines and publications on the curry industry:
Accent Magazine
Curry Life Magazine
Jam Marketing Uk Limited
Inside Lancsco - Industry Advice & Views
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Through sheer passion, determination and tenacity, Ali Hussain has been placed as one of the best chefs in the UK. Having started within the industry at the tender age of 14, he has worked his way from a kitchen porter to the dizzy heights of international accolades through a philosophy of continuous learning, innovation and development of not only his skills but his dishes.
Having worked in some of the premier Indian restaurants in the North East, Ali Hussain always felt that the industry had to develop and he became a pioneer not only in the region but nationally within the Indian and Bangladeshi restaurant market. Having worked as an executive chef for Sunderland FC, Ali Hussain has had a diverse range of experiences. With awards and accolades as well as being seen as an industry expert, the man behind Café Bangla never disappoints his clientele.
Culinary competition successes to date
A look at Chef Ali Hussains impressive experience which involves working in the catering industry from the age of 14.
Check out the media involvements, which includes videos showcasing special dishes.
Professional Roles currently held by Chef Ali Hussain.
Lamb Dum Chatinat
A special cut of spring lamb cooked in a method of a traditional manner as to preserve the flavour and authenticity of the dish.
It is a dish full of flavour and pleasantly aromatic and of medium strength.
Lamb Shanks
Marinated tender lamb shanks cooked with a sauce of onions, tomatoes, fresh coriander and spice with cardamom.
Rajastani Lamb Chops
Marinated lamb grilled in sauce and cooked in plum and tomato sauce.
Imlidar Misti Hansh (Sweet Honey Duck)
Lean slices of duck breast cooked with tamarind and honey in a mild sauce.
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2 St Bedes
East Boldon
NE36 0LE
Tel: 0191 536 9996
Email: ali.hus@hotmail.co.uk
Mon - Fri: 5pm - late
Sat - Sun: 5pm - late
Book your table - Tel: 0191 519 0929
For all other enquiries please contact Chef or manager at
ali.hus@hotmail.co.uk
