Relive the highlights of this year’s awards with BBC Radio Leicester!

If you were there, I think you’ll agree that our seventh annual awards were a spectacular success! But if you weren’t fear not… Our media partners BBC Radio Leicester have done a fabulous one hour broadcast which aired last night (Monday, September 30). Featuring interviews with guests and winners, plus highlights from the night, this is sure to take you right back to all the excitement and anticipation from last…

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Winners revealed at our spectacular 7th awards!

The seventh annual Leicestershire Curry Awards were a spectacular success last night (Monday, September 23), with the county’s top restauranteurs turning out for the occasion – dressed in their best and vying to see who took home 2024’s prestigious titles… Following a lavish three course meal and some fabulous entertainment, awards were given in eight different categories at Leicester’s lavish Athena events venue. After enjoying canapes, champagne and a red…

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Not long now! Do you have your outfit sorted?!

Can you believe it’s less than a week to go before our spectacular awards – the seventh time they have taken place at Leicester’s Athena! The countdown is official on, the final plans are being put in place and all that’s left to do is decide what we’re going to wear on the big night… Have you got your outfit sorted yet?! 🤗 The Leicestershire Curry Awards are always a highlight…

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Meet this year’s fabulous hosts: Ady Dayman and Kevin Ncube

This year’s awards are just around the corner and I hope everyone is looking forward to the glitz – excitement and anticipation ahead! If we haven’t done enough to whet your appetite so far, this next announcement certainly will… Popular BBC Radio presenter Ady Dayman – the voice of Leicester is back to host this year’s proceedings, alongside the equally fabulous Kevin Ncube. You may remember Ady from last year’s…

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Gabby makes her judging debut at this year’s awards!

We are delighted to reveal our next mystery judge for this years awards; Gabby Miller – a super cool champion of  all things Leicestershire!  Gabby, founder of the popular site ‘Cool As Leicester,’ is among those on this year’s judging panel. With a massive social media following, @coolasleicester , Gabby’s site has championed the best of Leicestershire for over a decade. Her role as an ambassador for excellence in the county…

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R & R Dancers to ignite the stage once more!

We are excited to reveal the return of R & R Entertainment to this year’s glittering awards ceremony! This troop of colourful dancers captivated audiences at our awards back in 2022. This year they are back to add some sparkle and pizazz to proceedings. They will be igniting the stage in-between those all-important announcements – bringing the dynamic flair and unbridled joy they are famous for! With vibrant costumes and…

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Mystery judges set out on exciting culinary mission…

Our mystery judges have set out on the road, visiting those fine establishments which made it through to September’s grand final… The judges are busy visiting takeaways and restaurants around the county – sampling the best that their menus have to offer. During their stay, they will also be savouring the overall dining experience – noting the service, cleanliness and overall atmosphere at each venue to decide if it’s worthy…

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An evening of excitement as 2024 finalists are revealed!

Suspense reigned supreme this evening as the finalists were revealed for this year’s Leicestershire Curry Awards – an event which celebrates the county’s best South Asian cuisine, as well as its sparkling hospitality.  The announcements were made during a special event held this evening (Monday, July 22) at Mattioli Woods exclusive Sky Lounge. Following drinks and canapés, anticipation was sky high as guests and restauranteurs gathered to see who made…

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One week until 2024 finalists revealed!

The anticipation is hotting up ahead of this year’s awards, with just one week to go until the finalists are revealed! Next Monday (July 22), the successful finalists in each category will be announced during a special event at Mattioli Woods in Leicester city centre. Hopeful restaurateurs from across Leicestershire will gather in the venue’s stunning fourth floor Skylounge for the big reveal. Finalists will be announced in each of…

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Nominations open for 7th annual event!

It’s time to nominate your favourite Indian restaurants and takeaways, as preparations get underway for this year’s glittering awards! Nominations for the 7th annual event opened earlier today (Wednesday, May 1), and people are now being urged to put forward the names of their favourite Indian eateries. The awards, which take place this year on September 23, are a celebration of the county’s spicy culinary scene. Nominations have opened in…

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