The Heart of Our Mulberry Tree Restaurant

Anshuman Asthana is a passionate hospitality professional whose career has spanned more than two decades across India, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and the United States. With a strong foundation in hotel and restaurant management and a genuine love for food, service, and guest experience, he has built a reputation for leading teams, creating memorable dining experiences, and delivering operational excellence.

Over the years, Anshuman has taken on a variety of leadership roles, from managing restaurant operations as a business owner to overseeing kitchens in high-profile international hospitality environments, including the Emirates VIP Lounge at New Delhi’s IGI Airport. His experience combines hands-on culinary expertise with a talent for mentoring teams, maintaining the highest food safety standards, and ensuring that every guest receives exceptional service.

Having trained and worked with renowned hospitality organizations in the United States, Switzerland, India, and the UK, Anshuman brings a global perspective to his work while remaining grounded in the values of hard work, teamwork, and continuous learning. Whether managing a busy kitchen, launching a restaurant ventures such as Pause Bar & Restaurant in the East Midlands, Wagamama’s in Oxford or Malvern’s first Thai-Indian fusion restaurant, The Lantern, he is driven by a commitment to quality and a belief that great hospitality is ultimately about making people feel welcome and cared for.

Today, he continues to channel his experience, leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit into the hospitality industry, combining practical expertise with a warm, people-first approach.

Pete is the Restaurant Manager at The Mulberry Tree, where he has distinguished himself through his exceptional leadership, dedication to outstanding customer service, and commitment to creating memorable dining experiences. Since joining the team, Pete has consistently demonstrated a natural ability to connect with guests, inspire colleagues, and maintain the highest standards of hospitality.

Drawing on years of experience in the hospitality and restaurant industry, Pete quickly became a valued member of the team and was promoted to Restaurant Manager within just two years. His hands-on approach, attention to detail, and passion for delivering excellence have played a key role in the continued success and reputation of The Mulberry Tree.

Whether overseeing daily operations, mentoring staff, or ensuring every guest feels welcomed and valued, Pete leads with professionalism, warmth, and a genuine love for hospitality. His dedication to both his team and customers makes him an integral part of The Mulberry Tree’s continued growth and success.