Colindale restaurant JM Oriental shortlisted for ARTA awards
JM Oriental is one of four north London finalists competing for the 'curry Oscars' at the Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards.
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JM Oriental, an upscale restaurant in Colindale, has been recognised as a finalist for the north London region at the upcoming Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards (ARTA). The awards ceremony, which has been described as the 'Oscars of the curry industry', is scheduled to be held on Monday, October 12, at the London Hilton on Park Lane.
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JM Oriental is one of four establishments from north London competing for the regional title. Also shortlisted are Ruhit's Indian Cuisine, located in Sidmouth Parade, The Rajdoot on Fleet Road in Hampstead, and Taste of Nawab in Colney Hatch Lane, Muswell Hill. These restaurants were selected from over 1,250 nominations, with shortlisting influenced by social media engagement and food hygiene ratings.
The ARTA awards aim to celebrate the achievements of Asian restaurants and takeaways across the United Kingdom. This year's event takes place against a backdrop of economic challenges for the hospitality sector, including increasing operational costs and inflation. Mohammed Munim, chief executive of ARTA, acknowledged the "passion, resilience, and dedication" of the shortlisted businesses, noting their importance to communities and the wider industry.
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JM Oriental, founded in 2021 by executive chef Andrew Hung, is recognised for its dim sum and modern Chinese cuisine. The restaurant has previously received awards for its culinary offerings.
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+When are the Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards taking place?
The Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards ceremony is scheduled for Monday, October 12. The event will be held at the London Hilton on Park Lane and will announce the national winners from the regional finalists.
+Which restaurants are finalists for the north London region?
The four finalists for the north London region at the Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards are JM Oriental in Colindale, Ruhit's Indian Cuisine in Sidmouth Parade, The Rajdoot in Fleet Road, Hampstead, and Taste of Nawab in Colney Hatch Lane, Muswell Hill.
+What are the ARTA awards?
The Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards (ARTA), often referred to as the 'curry Oscars', are an annual event designed to recognise and celebrate the achievements of Asian restaurants and takeaways throughout the UK. Nominations consider factors such as social media engagement and food hygiene ratings.
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