Beloved family-run business of more than four decades named takeaway of the year across the East Midlands
A beloved and multi-award-winning family-run business of more than four decades has been named takeaway of the year across the East Midlands.
Kingsthorpe Spice, in Alexandra Terrace, scooped the top spot at the fourth Nations Curry Awards 2026 – which aims to celebrate the talent and hard work among the UK’s curry industry.
The business has served authentic Indian cuisine for more than 40 years and is known for its friendly service and high quality, homemade food.
Owner Mamun Ali and his family took over the business 22 years ago, and their hard work has been acknowledged through a handful of award wins in recent years. These add to the trust of loyal customers in the quality food and flavours they produce.
The business owner believes using fresh ingredients to create the best food which does not compromise on quality is what keeps Kingsthorpe Spice customers coming back for more.
The Nations Curry Awards celebrate the UK’s rich and diverse hospitality culture, and encourages continued growth and evolution within the industry.
The winners are said to have distinguished themselves with their “exceptional quality, innovation and consistency in offering a truly memorable dining experience”.
The ceremony took place on February 6 in Huddersfield and this is when Kingsthorpe Spice took the top spot in the best takeaway in the East Midlands category. The competition was fierce but the team stood out from the rest.
Yasmin Mahmood, CEO of Oceanic Awards which organises the Nations Curry Awards, said: “We are so proud to once again have such a high calibre of finalists.
“The dedication to preserving traditional recipes while introducing innovative approaches to Asian cooking is truly commendable. We want to congratulate all of our winners on their accomplishment.”