A trio of Indian street food restaurants in the region reacted with delight at being named winners at a new awards event, with one owner dedicating his success to his late father in a moving tribute.
Shah Lalon Amin, group director of popular street food Delhi 6 in South Shields, was named Curry King at the inaugural Nation's Curry Awards in Manchester on Monday night, which he attended with his brothers, and said he is blown away at the news. He beat competition from across the industry to win the title 'in recognition of his dedication and unwavering passion for the industry and the remarkable growth of his company'.
Shah, who also runs Babaji Sunderland, said: "I was genuinely shocked to hear my name being read out but of course I am humbled to receive such an honour. It is the biggest award I've received in my business career." He added: "To be awarded The Curry King is simply beyond my dreams.
