Member Spotlight: Tiger Bites Pig

Established in 2018 in the heart of Birmingham City Centre, Tiger Bites Pig is a Taiwanese inspired restaurant serving up bold, authentic flavours through freshly made BAO buns, ingredient-led rice bowls and dishes rooted in traditional cooking methods.

In Taiwan, some bao are described as “Tiger Bites Pig” due to the mouth-like shape and it’s classic pork filling. Their signature BAO, hand rolled and steamed in-house each day, draws inspiration from this tradition and celebrates the flavours of Taiwanese street food.

We caught up with the gang for some quick fire questions.

Why launch your own business?

After years in the industry, we wanted to put everything we had learnt into practice. It’s about having the freedom to make our own decisions, follow our own instincts and finally do things our way following the path we created.

A must-try on your menu?

The Lamb Bao, without question! It’s spicy, rich and packed with flavour…If you know, you know 😉

How do you eat your bao?

Is this a serious question? Always in pairs, anything less feels wrong!

Best thing about working in independent hospitality?

The sense of community, there is something special about the connection we have built with our amazing customers.

NCASS Is…an absolute lifesaver. It keeps all of our training and diligence records in one place and saves us a ton of stress in the process.

What should every foodie be gifted this Christmas?

A proper day off the stove! Oh and give someone else the washing up job 🙂

What advice do we have for start-ups?

Have a solid business plan. Know your numbers, know what you need to make and map out how you are going to get there.

Top priorities for 2026?

To keep evolving the business while enjoying the journey along the way.

It would be super helpful if the Government announced European VAT levels in the Autumn Budget….Please?

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