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How to incorporate healthy Indian food into your diet

On a bit of a health kick? Forget fad diets and embrace the delicious and nutritious power of healthy Indian food, instead.  Indian cuisine is renowned for its spectrum of vibrant flavours, aromatic spices, and diverse array of dishes. Whilst many people may indeed associate Indian food with rich, indulgent curries and decadent sweets, the […]

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Give Sachins’ plant-based Bhindi Masala a whirl

Image showing a pan filled with curried okra, or Bhindi Masala

A popular dish in many Indian homes, Sachins’ Bhindi Masala is a simple and easy-to-cook dish that is healthy, nutritious and wholesome. Cooked with a handful of accessible Indian spices and herbs, this stalwart dish is aromatic and full of flavour, containing tender pieces of okra that are mildly spiced. It’s a firm favourite here […]

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A quick guide to vegan Indian food

Image showing a Punjabi curry presented in a dish alongside a variety of Indian spices and aromatics.

It’s time to take a delicious dive into the vibrant and diverse world of vegan Indian food. In this blog post, we’ll be delving into the heart of the plant-based culinary traditions that take centre stage in traditional North Indian and Punjabi cuisine, uncovering the tantalising array of vegan delights that grace the tables of […]

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Sachins in the top 10% of restaurants worldwide

Photograph of naan bread and an assortment of Punjabi curry dishes displayed on a table in Sachins restaurant

It’s official: Sachins has been ranked in the top 10% of dining spots worldwide by TripAdvisor. Sachins is delighted to have been awarded TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Award 2023. This is a tremendous accolade for our long-standing Forth Banks restaurant and one that we couldn’t have secured without the support of our […]

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Sachins celebrates 40th anniversary

This year, Sachins’ celebrates its 40th anniversary as one of Newcastle Upon Tyne’s most-loved and iconic Indian dining spots. Located on the city’s historic Forth Banks, we have become one of Newcastle’s most revered restaurants over the past four decades, offering authentic cuisine to diners looking for a taste of Punjab in a stylish setting. […]

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Meet the owner behind iconic restaurant Sachins

Chicken Biriyani

Iconic restaurant Sachins is Newcastle’s favourite spot for first-class Punjabi food, but who is the face behind this beloved establishment? Well, that’s what we’re discovering today. Head Chef and Owner, Bob Arora, has been heading up operations at Sachins for over 23 years now. Today, we’re sitting down with Bob and taking the time to […]

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A plant-based taste of the Punjab

Table of spices, fruit and vegetables

Traditional day-to-day Punjabi dishes are predominantly vegetarian, consisting mainly of  Daals, Roti and various types of Saabji made from a range of vegetables. Therefore, when it comes to Punjabi dishes, many of the ingredients used are typically vegan or plant-based such as cauliflower, potatoes, and lentils, all of which are enhanced with our rich blend […]

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Spice up your Valentine’s Day at Sachins

Valentines Day Curry

They say that food truly is the language of love, and here at Sachins we really couldn’t agree more. There’s nothing like a delicious Valentine’s Day meal shared between lovers to really turn up the heat. It’s no secret that a lovingly cooked meal is often the way to the heart. For almost forty years […]

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A closer look at Sachins’ signature Punjabi dishes

Sachins dishes

Here at Sachins, we’re not just your average curry house. We like to think that the quality of our food and our flair for creative touches helps to set us apart from the crowd when it comes to quality Punjabi dishes. We’re truly proud to stand out from the legions of other Punjabi restaurants serving […]

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How to eat Indian food the traditional way

Indian woman eats meal with hands

As is true for many different culinary cultures around the world, the dining etiquette that surrounds the way you eat your food is very important in India. Allow your mind to drift to thoughts of delicious Indian food for a moment. Picture the vibrant colours, imagine the sumptuous tastes and the fragrant aromas drifting up […]