Aylesbury restaurant in line for honours at national curry awards
An Aylesbury restaurant will be going for glory next week after being shortlisted for a top award at one of the curry industry’s biggest events.
Lounge India, in Aylesbury Road, Bierton, Aylesbury, is aiming to be named the region’s Restaurant of the Year at the 19th annual Bangladesh Caterers Association Awards on Sunday, 1 November.
A spokesman for the restaurant said: “It is a real honour to see our restaurant recognised and to represent our town at these awards. Our team works hard to give every customer a great experience, and being shortlisted is a fantastic achievement. We’ll be up against some outstanding restaurants, but we’re proud of what we’ve built and hopeful of success.”
The winner will be announced at a sold-out gala dinner for around 1,000 guests, taking place at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge hotel in London.
BCA President Oli Khan MBE said: “The talents and dedication of British curry restaurants are revered around the world. These awards are a celebration of excellence, recognising the quality, creativity and hard work that make our industry truly extraordinary.”
Tipu Rahman, Secretary General, said: “The BCA Awards recognise the restaurants whose commitment to quality, service and consistency keeps our industry moving forward. By celebrating outstanding businesses, we set a benchmark for excellence and encourage the next generation to build careers in hospitality.”
Faizul Haque, Treasurer, said: “Bangladeshi restaurants are an important part of the British economy. They create jobs, support local suppliers and high streets, and contribute to the wider hospitality and food supply sectors. The awards celebrate the entrepreneurial drive behind these businesses and the teams that make them successful. It is important that restaurants receive recognition and the support they need to remain sustainable.”
Naz Islam, Press and Publications Secretary, said: “For 66 years, the BCA has helped champion Bangladeshi cuisine and the people who have made it such an important part of Britain’s food culture. The awards give us a chance to share the stories behind our restaurants, celebrate their contribution to local communities and show how the industry continues to evolve while staying proud of its heritage.
The BCA Awards Committee Convener is celebrity chef Atik Rahman BEM.
The Bangladesh Caterers Association was set up in 1960 and represents 12,000 restaurateurs across the UK. For more details on the competition and the association visit www.bca1960.com