For the third year in a row Nu Dehli Lounge in Belfast’s city centre has been crowned the winner at the Asian Restaurant & Takeway Awards 2024.
The awards took place at London’s Royal Lancaster and speaking straight after the glittering ceremony Nu Dehli Lounge owner Naz Din said they were honoured to be recognised once again as the best in Northern Ireland.
“We are absolutely chuffed to be walking away from the 2024 ARTA Awards with the unbelievable Restaurant Of The Year Award for a third time. It is such an honour to even be nominated for such a prestigious award. To walk away with the award three years in a row is such a testament to our team’s continued dedication to service and quality. We accept this award on behalf of our entire team and our amazing customers that keep our restaurant thriving year after year”, said Naz.
The Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards is the most prestigious celebration of Pan Asian cuisine in the UK, honouring Asian restaurants all over the UK.
The ARTA 2024 welcomed a guest list of the nation’s most popular Asian restaurateurs alongside MPs and celebrities as they collectively honoured the achievements of the industry.
ARTA Founder Mohammed Munim said at the awards this year, “Congratulations to all the winners and finalists of ARTA 2024 – the Pan Asian restaurants, takeaways, and chefs who continue to stand as pillars of excellence in the UK’s hospitality industry.
“As the original and premier awards ceremony dedicated to celebrating the best of the UK’s Asian restaurant and takeaway sector, we honour your unwavering commitment and passion, which continue to bring unparalleled flavours and experiences to diners across the nation, even in the face of adversity.
“I extend my heartfelt thanks to all the esteemed guests who have joined us in this celebration tonight.
“In keeping with our mission to support the industry, I am pleased to announce that ARTA, in partnership with Cambridge Regional College and Chef Online, is launching a specialised training program to help upskill chefs in our community, ensuring the future of Asian cuisine remains vibrant and innovative. This initiative reflects our dedication to nurturing talent and enhancing the skills of those who make this industry exceptional.
“This industry is not just about food; it represents the beauty and strength of multiculturalism in the UK. ARTA 2024 celebrates you, the champions of this journey, for your enduring contribution to our culinary landscape”
ARTA is the only official award that recognises, promotes, and celebrates the immense importance and popularity of the Pan Asian catering industry in the UK, as determined by its consumers.
