Barnet takeaway named best in country
Bayleaf takeaway has been awarded best takeaway of the year at the Curry Life Awards.
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Bayleaf, an Indian takeaway in Barnet, has been awarded best takeaway of the year at the 17th annual Curry Life Awards. The ceremony took place on October 4 at the InterContinental London Park Lane.
The establishment received praise for its customer care and the quality of its food. Manager Farhan Sadique Khan attributed the win to the business's commitment, honesty, customer care, and the taste and authenticity of its dishes.
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Restaurant History and Closure
Bayleaf takeaway was founded in 1995 by Tofozzul Miah. It operated as an offshoot of his Bayleaf Restaurant, located on High Road, Whetstone. In May, Mr Miah made the decision to close the Whetstone restaurant after 35 years of operation, citing changing demographics and dining habits. He described the closure as difficult.
Although Mr Miah is mostly retired, he remains a partner in the takeaway business and continues to oversee its operations. He is known to step into the kitchen if issues arise, according to Mr Khan, who described him as a motivating figure.
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Mr Khan expressed gratitude to customers who have supported the business for over 30 years, stating they are the primary reason for its sustainability. He also thanked the entire team for their hard work and acknowledged Mr Miah's foundational work in setting up the business processes.
The Curry Life Awards celebrated excellence across the UK's curry industry, with winners selected through a detailed judging process after thousands of customer votes. Syed Belal Ahmed, editor of Curry Life, commended the calibre of the winners and the inspiring businesspeople within the industry.
Questions this report answers
+Which Barnet takeaway won an award?
Bayleaf, an Indian takeaway located in Barnet, was named best takeaway of the year at the 17th annual Curry Life Awards. The awards ceremony took place on October 4.
+What was Bayleaf recognised for?
Bayleaf was recognised for its commitment, honesty, customer care, and the taste and authenticity of its food. Manager Farhan Sadique Khan highlighted these factors as key to the business's success.
+What is the history of Bayleaf?
Bayleaf takeaway was founded in 1995 by Tofozzul Miah. It is an offshoot of his Bayleaf Restaurant in Whetstone, which closed in May after 35 years of operation.
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