A tandoori has been crowned the best in the region with a prestigious award win. 

The Bangladesh Caterers Association (BCA) held its annual awards ceremony at Intercontinental Hotel at The O2 Arena in London on Monday, October 28. 

Melford Valley, a tandoori in Long Melford, was one of 14 regional restaurants to be named Restaurant of the Year and took home the top prize for the East of England.

The ceremony was hosted by presenters Angellica Bell and Ian Collins and recognised restaurants across the country who go above and beyond to provide great food and service. 

A message of good wishes was received from King Charles III and Angellica Bell also read a letter from Sir Keir Starmer.

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Robby Malique of Melford Valley said: “We are delighted to be recognised by the Bangladesh Caterers Association and are so proud to have won this award against some of the region’s greatest curry houses.”

Atik Rahman, BCA Awards Convenor, said: “This year’s awards has been a resounding success, celebrating the most outstanding talent in our industry.

"It has been incredibly exciting to see the level of culinary expertise across the country which is extremely encouraging for the future of Bangladeshi cuisine in the UK.”