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Big Trouble in Little Mary Street: Xi’an Street Food’s battle for its €10m brand

The restaurateur famous for its spice bags and popular with celebrity clientele has fought off a rival it claimed was passing off its trademark

A photograph of Beckham was shared on Xi’an’s Instagram account last February, with a caption making clear what a proud moment this was for the business

After an evening of celebrating his son Cruz’s 18th birthday party in Dublin last year, David Beckham stopped at a restaurant on South Anne Street for “a bite of China”.

The Manchester United legend turned global superstar enjoyed a meal at Xi’an Street Food which included a staple dish the brand has become known for around the country: its “famous spice bag”.

A photograph of Beckham was shared on Xi’an’s Instagram account last February, with ...