ABOUT US

ABOUT US

Since the opening its in March 2016, experienced chef Sunil Ghai and restauranteur Benny Jacobs have worked hard to bring to you a delightful and sophisticated approach to traditional Indian food…

Benny Jacob

Pickle Restaurant Manager

Benny Jacob is a people person. In the seven years since his arrival from India he has constantly strived for excellence in the modern dining experience.

The warmth in his approach is genuine and very comforting. His temperament and personality have helped immensely and has helped him build a great following. This approach does not only bring people back but also assures them of a consistently exceptional and a personal dining experience. The loving attention to detail is what turns an evening out to the restaurant into an experience.

Benny Jacob

Pickle Restaurant Manager

Benny Jacob is a people person. In the seven years since his arrival from India he has constantly strived for excellence in the modern dining experience.

The warmth in his approach is genuine and very comforting. His temperament and personality have helped immensely and has helped him build a great following. This approach does not only bring people back but also assures them of a consistently exceptional and a personal dining experience. The loving attention to detail is what turns an evening out to the restaurant into an experience.

Sunil Ghai

Executive Chef

Sunil Ghai is not only the foremost Indian chef in Ireland, but Food & Wine’s Chef of the Year 2009 & Chef of the Year 2013 by the Restaurant Association of Ireland, the ultimate professional accolade for a chef in Ireland.

Sunil had already garnered an impressive array of awards, and fans, for his bold, contemporary cooking style, including the Best Chef in Leinster Award. Born in Gwalior in central India, Sunil gained experience with the world famous Oberoi group.

Sunil Ghai

Executive Chef

Sunil Ghai is not only the foremost Indian chef in Ireland, but Food & Wine’s Chef of the Year 2009 & Chef of the Year 2013 by the Restaurant Association of Ireland, the ultimate professional accolade for a chef in Ireland.

Sunil had already garnered an impressive array of awards, and fans, for his bold, contemporary cooking style, including the Best Chef in Leinster Award. Born in Gwalior in central India, Sunil gained experience with the world famous Oberoi group.

Sunil’s Awards & Achievements

  • 2015 Best World Cuisine Award. Restaurant Association of Ireland

  • 2014 Best Ethnic Restaurant. Restaurant Association of Ireland

  • 2013 Best Chef in Dublin Award. Restaurant Association of Ireland

  • 2013 Best Chef in Ireland. Santa Rita Restaurant Association of Ireland

  • 2013 Best Restaurant in Dublin

  • 2010 Best Ethnic Restaurant

  • 2010 Best Innovation of Seafood Award
  • 2009 Best Chef in Ireland. Food and Wine Magazine

  • 2009 Best World Cuisine. Food and Wine Magazine

  • 2008 Best Chef in Leinster. Food and Wine Magazine

  • 2006 Best Chef in Leinster. Food and Wine Magazine

  • 2006 Best Indian Restaurant