Leeds eateries spice up the British Curry ‘Oscars’
LEEDS restaurant brands Aagrah and Kerala have been put in the spotlight after being shortlisted for the British Curry Awards 2016.
The awards try to find the UK’s “unsung heroes” in the curry world, and Aagrah’s Leeds and Garforth sites as well as Kerala Restaurant on The Headrow have now been listed for the Best Spice in the North East leg of the competition.
The 12th annual awards organised by Kukd.com which it says are the ‘Oscars’ of the British curry world.
Winners will be announced at the awards event on 28 November 2016 at Battersea Evolution, London.
Prime Minister, Theresa May said: “The British curry industry really is one of Britain’s greatest success stories. From that first curry house two hundred years ago has sprung a multi billion pound industry, which is modern, successful and thriving. Through hard work and innovation, you’ve built a vibrant industry, which generates wealth, promotes growth and employs tens of thousands of people.”
Founder Shelim Hussain MBE says, “It is a great honour to be a part of a well-respected award ceremony that sets the benchmark for all others. These Awards celebrate the achievements of a significant industry within the UK and we are proud of the association.”
