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Asian Catering Federation to launch new curry guide and awards at House of Lords
The Asian Catering Federation [ACF] has criticised restaurant takeaway delivery platforms for undermining the hospitality sector, and in turn High Street trade in general, ahead of a presentation to leading chefs and restaurants at the House of Lords. ACF committee member, chef Binod Baral, a Goodwill Ambassador for the Gurkha Centre in London, said: “Delivery…
Read MoreCeleb Chef Hosts Dinner Kickstarting £32million Bradford College Redevelopment
Over 40 VIP guests attended a launch dinner at The Grove Restaurant to hear about exciting plans set to transform Bradford College. Hosted by former MasterChef finalist Exose Grant, the event showcased several of the College’s extensive construction projects, which will soon take shape. Projects include new £3.5m vocational T Level facilities, a £6.9m refurbishment…
Read MoreThe Sheffield College takes top prize at Zest Quest Asia 2024
The Sheffield College has been announced as the worthy winners of Zest Quest Asia 2024 at its celebratory Gala Dinner & Awards Night held at the Hilton London Wembley hotel on Tuesday 27th February 2024. Guests included college, industry and media representatives who gathered to support Zest Quest Asia in its mission to secure homegrown…
Read MoreFestivals!
India is a land of diverse cultures and religions, and as a result, there are numerous festivals celebrated throughout the year. Here’s a list of some prominent festivals celebrated in India along with brief descriptions. This isn’t intended to be an exhaustive list so if you have one you would like mentioned please add it…
Read MoreLaxmi Huddersfield
I have driven past Laxmi many times and thought, must give that a go, it looks good. So a few weeks ago we headed over there one Friday evening and tried their Early Bird menu. Overall the restaurant gives a good impression, the interior is modern, the staff welcoming and the tables well laid out…
Read MorePoppadom – how do you spell it?
The term “poppadom,” also spelled “papadum” or “papad,” refers to a thin, crisp disc-shaped Indian flatbread made primarily from seasoned lentil or chickpea flour. This versatile and popular accompaniment to many South Asian meals has a complex etymology and a variety of spellings that reflect its cultural diversity and historical evolution. The word “poppadom” itself…
Read MoreSo, what the hell is ghee?
Ghee, often referred to as clarified butter, is a staple in many cuisines around the world, with its origins deeply rooted in South Asia. The term “ghee” is derived from the Sanskrit word “ghṛta,” and its popularity has transcended cultural boundaries, finding its way into kitchens worldwide. So, what the hell is ghee? At its…
Read MorePrashad Bradford
I had the very good fortune to visit Prashad on the outskirts of Bradford this New Year’s Eve and what a fantastic place it is. Although modest from the outside it as a Michelin Bib Gourmand, two AA stars and serves a delicious Gujarati vegetarian menu.
Read MoreZest Quest Asia’s Finalists Announced
The six finalists have just been announced for the 2024 Zest Quest Asia competition! Entries were plentiful and standards were high but after paper entries were scrupulously judged, six student teams have been chosen to compete at this year’s esteemed event. Going through to the final cook-off, to be held at the University of West…
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