TV chef Dipna Anand to open new 'casual dining experience' in London

A celebrated TV chef, who has appeared on hit shows including Saturday Kitchen, is bringing her latest culinary venture to London.

Dipna Anand, owner and head chef of the iconic Brilliant Restaurant, will be opening a new gastro-style dining experience in Southall, West London.

Famous for her traditional Indian cuisine, Dipna is hoping to bring a slice of home to Berkeley’s landmark regeneration project, The Green Quarter.

The casual eatery blending Indian flavours with Western classics is set to open early next year.

Dipna said: "It's the food I love to eat! Indian food with British twists; Indian favourites, and traditional British dishes, so there’s something delicious for everyone.” Diners can expect her signature Indian street food favourites, alongside classic British dishes.

The new restaurant, Brilliant Gastro, will be located at Parkside Yards, the heart of The Green Quarter, occupying the largest space in this dynamic community hub.

The development has already established itself as a hotspot for new experiences in West London, with the launch of a state-of-the-art padel club in May and canoe club earlier this year.

With Southall’s Elizabeth line station just a 10-minute walk away, and direct trains from Paddington in 13 minutes, Dipna’s restaurant will be easily accessible to diners from across London.

Dipna adds: “It’s always been a dream of mine to open a gastro-style dining experience. Casual dining offers a relaxing and accessible way to dine out. We’ll have a wide array of new dishes that I’m excited for people to try, both new guests and those who already love our restaurant in Southall.

“Being born and raised in Southall, I’ve seen how The Green Quarter is creating amazing new spaces for the community while also supporting the existing neighbourhood, which aligns perfectly with my goals for this new venture.”

The Green Quarter is one of the most significant regeneration projects in the UK, transforming the former gasworks site into a thriving new neighbourhood. The development features contemporary homes set amidst 13 acres of parkland, lush podium gardens, and serene water features.

Residents enjoy a wide range of modern amenities, including a gym, screening room, concierge, co-working space, and an onsite community hub with lifestyle stores, a café, and a creative arts centre.

Marcus Blake, Managing Director, St George part of the Berkeley Group says: “Dipna Anand is such an iconic chef, and welcoming her to Parkside Yards signals a huge milestone for the evolution of The Green Quarter.

“This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to building a thriving and dynamic neighbourhood that embraces both new opportunities and local culture, enhancing the living experience for our residents and creating something truly special for the wider community.”

With Dipna Anand’s new restaurant adding to the vibrant offerings at Parkside Yards, The Green Quarter is fast becoming one of London’s most exciting places to live, with new homes ready to move into from early 2025.