I think most people would agree that when you order a curry, a piece of delicious Naan bread (or two!) is a delicious (and very necessary) accompaniment. For many, plain Naan is the way to go when it comes to mopping up those mouth watering Masalas. However Peshwari Naan is also a very popular choice for those craving something a little bit different… Peshwari is a sweeter type of naan,…
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At the time of writing, Leicester is home to two Indian Rooster restaurants, owned by Vimal Rana. However, the ambitious restauranteur has plans to open another in the near future and even branch out to other cities beyond Leicester… Vimal’s dream is to franchise Indian Rooster and for it to become a well known brand in the food industry. “I want it to be recognised for its flavour – for…
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Pleased to introduce our new strategic partner for the 7th annual Leicestershire Curry Awards. PPL PRS – the UK’s music licensing company have agreed to come on board for 2024. The company, which is based in Leicester’s Mercury Place, issues licences to businesses and venues who wish to play live or recorded music in public – ensuring that they are legally covered to do so. Previously, businesses and organisations had…
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For Sayd Rahman, owner of Silchar Indian Dining, running an award-winning restaurant is about so much more than the food. He loves to entertain and create a vibrant, memorable experience for his guests from the moment they arrive until the time they leave his stylish restaurant in Hinckley… “When people come to my restaurant, I want them to feel as if they’ve come to a carnival, not just out for…
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There’s a popular saying, which states that ‘teamwork makes the dream work.’ It’s an inspirational phrase which is often bandied about on social media sites like Instagram and Twitter. However, for Manoj Kumar, Suresh Meesha and Suresh Gautum, it’s more than just a popular hashtag. When they put their heads together in order to start a restaurant and catering business in 2016, they found that together, they had all the…
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When we meet Suresh KC Chhetri, he is dressed in a striking blue suit. The quality is exquisite, much like the food and service he provides at his two award-winning restaurants in the heart of Leicestershire… Avatar Dining (Market Harborough) was named ‘Best Fine Dining Restaurant’ at the 2022 and 2023 Leicestershire Curry Awards, while its sister restaurant in Lutterworth won the 2023 ‘Best New Restaurant’ category for Leicestershire. Taking…
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“It’s not the destination, it’s the journey” is a quote famously attributed to the Ralph Waldo Emerson, the American philosopher. It’s a quote which fits the story of Samir Desai – the proud chef and owner of Leicester’s award-winning Broadway Bar and Grill, which sits in Abbey Lane. Before taking over the venue in 2018, Samir worked in a variety of roles, trying his hand as a taxi driver and…
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It’s no secret that Brits love a Friday night curry mopped up with fluffy naan bread; it’s so popular that chicken tikka has been called a national dish in but where did the word ‘curry’ come from and how did the food make it to our shores? The origin of curry is likely to have begun when the Portuguese arrived in India in the 15th century. They described broths poured…
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We are pleased to announce that the fifth annual Leicester’s Curry Awards will take place on September 26 – an event which promises to be the hottest ticket in town! The date for this year’s glittering red-carpet event has been set, so put it in your diary now and prepare for an exciting celebration of the best curry houses across Leicester and Leicestershire. We look forward to welcoming guests once…
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The charities for this year’s Leicester Curry Awards have been chosen by an independent panel for the first time this year, with a prominent local businesswoman and the chairman of Leicestershire County Council giving their time to decide on the successful entries. Dan Harrison, was elected last May, as the 46th Chairman of Leicestershire County Council. He teamed up with Julie Proctor, a prominent business relationship manager, who practices her…
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