“It’s not the destination, it’s the journey” is a quote famously attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, the celebrated 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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AS we prepare for this year’s 5th Leicester Curry Awards, we are inviting charity partners to get in touch, and be a part of this hugely popular and prestigious event. Every year our event supports two charity partners, and if you would like to use our platform to help support and promote your cause, the time to apply is right now. Benefits of signing up for consideration, include great exposure…
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