A hotel looked to the Far East in search of a chef to bring a taste of Asia to the region.
The Park Hotel, in Tynemouth, North Tyneside, has appointed Indian chef JOSEPH GOMES to add spice to its restaurant menu.
He has more than 30 years experience, working at five-star hotels across India. He was also a chef at the Officers' Palace club of the Sultan of Oman.
Mr Gomes said he would be planning barbecues and outdoor cook-offs at the hotel.
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