It was the battle of bhajis and bhunas as Indian restaurants from across the UK vied for glory at an awards ceremony dubbed the Curry Oscars. The British Curry Awards celebrated the country's top spots for a spicy feast at a time when it is feared the average price of a curry could rise to £30.
Six contenders from Nottinghamshire were up for an accolade at the awards hosted by comedian Hugh Dennis at the red carpet affair in London. But it was Calcutta Club in Maid Marian Way that scooped the crown.
A rigorous vetting process by an independent panel of judges followed nominations by the public. Other local finalists were MemSaab and The Cumin, both in Maid Marian Way, Chaska in Lenton and Nuthall restaurants Lime and Nawaab Saab.
