A TASTE of the East has come to Huddersfield with the opening of a new restaurant.

A Chinese lion dance, a magician and a special banquet were among the treats in store for guests at the invitation-only opening event at Chino Thai in King Street last night.

Guests were given a red carpet welcome by general manager Charalene Lee and assistant manager Mel Lee.

Guests included Town and Giants players, members of the local business community and representatives of main contractor Door Green in Mirfield.

The evening included fund- raising for Kirkwood Hospice at Dalton.

The restaurant - offering Thai, Chinese and Cantonese cuisine - opens to the public on Thursday.