Several of Edinburgh's top curry houses won big at this year's annual Scottish awards which celebrate the best in the business across the country.
After months of anticipation and fierce competition, the 15th annual Scottish Curry Awards ceremony took place on Tuesday, May 2 at The Marriott Hotel in Glasgow, with more than 400 guests in attendance.
The prestigious event recognised and celebrated the talents and hard work of individuals and businesses within the Scottish curry industry.
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And restaurants in the capital took home a slew of awards including Chennai’s Marina – which continued its award-winning run with the Outstanding Indian Takeaway of the Year title – and Kahani which was crowned the best Indian restaurant in the capital.
Other winners from Edinburgh, Fife and the Lothians included Dhoom in Dunfermline which was named the Most Wanted Indian Restaurant of the Year, and The Bombay Lounge in Dalkeith which won the Curry King or Queen award, while the Indian Restaurant of the Year Overall Winner was named as the Virsa Indian Restaurant in Bathgate.
Individual awards were also handed to Ghana Bhandari at Gurkha Bar & Restaurant in Musselburgh (Manager of the Year) and Pankaj Rawat at Bell Bottom Indian in Edinburgh and Livingston (Curry Entrepreneur of the Year).
These Awards celebrate Scotland’s rich and diverse curry culture and encourages the continued growth and evolution of the industry. The winners have distinguished themselves with their exceptional quality, innovation, and consistency in offering a truly memorable dining experience.
A spokesperson for The 15 th Scottish Curry Awards 2023 said: “It has been an unforgettable night, filled with incredible food, vibrant energy, and passionate conversations.
“We have celebrated the finest in the Scottish curry scene, recognising the creativity, innovation, and exceptional service that have become synonymous with this beloved cuisine.
“The curry industry is a vital part of our culture, and these awards recognised the exceptional talents of the individuals and businesses that make it so special. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees, and thank you to everyone who participated and supported this event.”
The winners of The 15th Scottish Curry Awards 2023 from around Edinburgh, Fife and the Lothians are:
Outstanding Indian Takeaway of the Year: Chennai’s Marina (Edinburgh)
Most Wanted Indian Restaurant of the Year: Dhoom (Dunfermline)
Manager of the Year: Ghana Bhandari at Gurkha Bar & Restaurant (Musselburgh)
Best of Edinburgh: Kahani (Edinburgh)
Curry Entrepreneur of the Year: Pankaj Rawat at Bell Bottom Indian Edinburgh & Livingston
Curry King or Queen : Bombay Lounge (Dalkeith)
Indian Restaurant of the Year South East: Virsa Indian Restaurant (Bathgate)
Indian Restaurant of the Year Overall Winner: Virsa Indian Restaurant (Bathgate)
Voter’s Best Choice Restaurant of the Year Central Scotland : Maisha Indian & Seafood Restaurant (St Andrews)
Voter’s Best Choice Restaurant of the Year South East: The Dine (Broxburn)
Takeaway of the Year South East: Shanaz (Edinburgh)
Curry Restaurant of the Year Central Scotland: Annapurna Gurkha’s Restaurant (Kirkcaldy)
Curry Restaurant of the Year South East: Everest Inn (Dunfermline)
Curry Restaurant of the Year Overall Winner: Everest Inn (Dunfermline)
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