Rob Nixon is enjoying his second year in the judging hot seat -something he describes as a “fantastic culinary adventure!”

Living and working in Leicestershire, Rob is quite au fait with curry. In his words he certainly ‘knows his vindaloo from his jalfrezi!’

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Last year he enjoyed his experience of being a judge so much, that he is back for seconds!

“It was a tremendous honour to be invited back,” he says.

“Each visit to the various restaurants has been a fantastic culinary adventure, showcasing the incredible range of flavours and creativity in the dishes served. While each dining experience is unique, there is one common thread that ties them all together—the passion and dedication with which these talented chefs present their food.

“This year feels even more special, with Leicester being named the Curry Capital of England, an achievement that highlights the exceptional skill in the area. I extend heartfelt congratulations to all the nominees and a sincere thank you to everyone involved including Romail Gulzar for his dedication and hard work in arranging the awards. Their dedication to crafting delicious, high-quality curry is a treasured contribution to our community.”