Serving Made-to-Order Authentic Indian Food in York
Meet the Talented Hafijur Rahman, Head Chef of Jaipur Spice
Jaipur Spice is proud to offer the finest authentic Indian food in York. Located on Haxby Road, our award-winning Indian restaurant serves freshly prepared curries, masalas, biryanis, and several other traditional Indian favourites. Please take a moment to meet the man behind the intoxicating aroma of Indian spices in our diverse menus. Say hello to our talented Head Chef, Hafijur Rahman, now celebrating 15 years with our family-run Indian restaurant group in the York region.
From Humble Kitchen Porter Beginnings to Head Chef at 20
Hafijur Rahman began his culinary career in the York Indian restaurant industry at the age of 18. While honing basic skills in kitchen portering and food and spice preparation, he quickly moved up through the ranks at The Indian Ocean, Acomb (formerly part of our restaurant group) to become Head Chef at the age of 20. Demonstrating a remarkable aptitude for picking up new recipes and managing busy kitchens, he ventured outward to gain more experience cooking authentic Indian cuisine throughout the UK, travelling from Manchester to Cardiff, Edinburgh to Aberdeen, and then finally back to his York roots.
Improving the Depth of Jaipur Spice’s Flavours Since 2012
Bringing his unique depth of knowledge of Indian spices, Hafijur made a welcome addition to Jaipur Spice in 2012. First on his agenda as our newly appointed Head Chef was merging the already popular Jaipur Spice Special Sauce (a sauce only previously prepared by the family) with his inimitable cooking style. Successfully creating a consistent and distinctive flavour of curries for the York market came next. For over a decade, Hafijur has worked relentlessly to improve the standard of Indian kitchens, food safety, allergen awareness, and spice composition while bringing fabulously delicious authentic Indian cuisine to York and the surrounding locale.
In Search of New Indian Spices and Sauces in Bangladesh
To celebrate his continued culinary success and mark the milestone of his 15th year with our family-run group of award-winning Indian restaurants in York, Hafijur voyaged to Bangladesh. His trip to Southeast Asia in search of new recipes and dishes to introduce to the York market has yielded savoury results for Jaipur Spice’s loyal customer base. Travelling throughout the local markets in search of spicy blends and sauces to bring back to York, Hafijur has discovered new dishes for citrus-based fruits, jackfruits, and many delicate vegetables, including Lotha chutney and Bengali pumpkin-style curry.
Book a Table & Experience Authentic Indian Cuisine at Its Best
Head Chef Hafijur Rahman is a valued member of the Jaipur Spice family. Thanks to his diverse menus, our authentic Indian food in York has put us on the map as a favourite among locals and tourists. Please contact us today to book a table for Indian dining in York. Our family-run restaurant is open for lunch, dinner, and takeaway seven days a week. Conveniently located on Haxby Road, you’ll find us near Lodge Farm Gardens, Clarence Gardens Playground, and Oli and Pawtner – Dog Walker of York.
Let Us Cater Your Next Special Function in the York Region
If you’re interested in exploring the possibility of authentic Indian cuisine at your next special event, we can help coordinate everything from the food, drinks, and cake to the lighting, flowers, and decorations. We have catered weddings, corporate and charity events, and private parties of all sizes with a variety of Indian dishes to suit everyone’s taste and budget. Jaipur Spice would love to make your next function more memorable with our unique blend of Indian spices. Reach out today to inquire about our pricing and availability. Be sure to inform us of any special dietary requirements, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your party’s requests!