This month we catch up with Paul Brandwood of Thaiger and there’s a lot of exciting news to share.
Tell us what’s been happening at Thaiger since we last spoke? There have been exciting developments at Thaiger that we’re thrilled to share with you.
Our focus has been on enhancing the overall ambience and we're creating a more immersive tropical Thai experience by incorporating additional layers of lush greenery into our décor.
On the culinary front, we're delighted to introduce our newest team member, a talented chef freshly arrived from a prestigious 5-star hotel in Bangkok and bringing a wealth of experience and creativity to the Thaiger menu.
Do you have any new dishes on the menu?
Yes, we have been busy creating new dishes and have introduced several over the past few weeks with more to come in September. There is a new hearty sharing platter, Thai prawn and pineapple curry served in a natural pineapple bowl and the Skewer Hanger featuring a grilled skewer selection.
We hear congratulations are in order – you and Pim have become grandparents!
Thank you. Yes, our daughter Sunny has given us the joy of becoming grandparents to a healthy and beautiful baby boy. He's now six months old and has brought a lot of happiness to our family. We're truly enjoying this new chapter and cherishing every moment with him.
One of the things we love about Thaiger is the name. Tell us how it came to be, its significance.
The name ‘Thaiger' holds a special significance for us. It's a fusion of ‘tiger' and Thai’. My wife, Pimvalee, was born in the year of the tiger, and the name seemed fitting, marrying her Thai heritage and her affinity for tigers. Interestingly, in February 2023, our grandson was born and named Tyga, further deepening the tiger connection within our family.
Pictured is Tyga with his Tiger at Thaiger.
THAIGER, 2 Surrey Crescent, T: 09 360 0695, www.thaiger.co.nz
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Published: August 2023