A Royston restauranteur has been recognised at the Asian Curry Awards.
Safwaan Choudhury, managing director of British Raj Express, was named National Young Entrepreneur of the Year.
His establishment British Raj Express, opposite Royston station, was also recognised as best takeaway in the East, and was highly commended in the national Best Takeaway category.
He said: “I’m surprised but naturally proud to receive this recognition. I am humbled by the continued support of our customers, friends and family who have been behind me all the way.”
Mr Choudhury, 22, said: “People like me in this line of business, we aren’t doing it for recognition or to make a huge amount of money, we do it because this is what we enjoy.
“I am happy to be doing a job I love whilst making a difference in my community; I hope this will inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs and restaurateurs.”
The awards recognise the very best in Asian hospitality from up and down the country, with accolades handed to the industry’s top restaurant and takeaway establishments as well as several individual awards.
The lavish ceremony was attended by over 700 VIP guests at the Grosvenor House Hotel in Mayfair, London.
