Tastebuds and Wetherspoons in same sentence shock

It would take some achievement to be compared to Rolling Stones guitar legend Keith Richards, or Welsh crooner Tom Jones.

But the latest person to enter the insured body parts Hall of Fame (or Shame) is none other than Wetherspoon’s pub curry chef Sanjay Sigat.

According to reports, the chef has insured his tastebuds for £1m in order to protect his ability to spot a decent Vindaloo. Backchat is hopeful that Wetherspoons’ Thursday curry night will remain a permanent fixture.

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.

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