Culture & History
Articles about culture & history in the UK curry industry
Authentic Keralan Fish Curry with Coconut Milk
Transport yourself to Kerala's backwaters with this tangy, coconut-rich fish curry. A South Indian classic made simple.
From Home Cook to Professional Curry Chef
Inspiring stories of people who turned their passion for curry into professional culinary careers. Practical advice for making the leap.
Top UK Food Festivals for Curry Lovers in 2026
The best food festivals across the UK featuring curry and South Asian cuisine. Dates, locations, and what to expect at each event.
British Curry Awards 2026: What You Need to Know
Everything about the 2026 British Curry Awards. Categories, nomination deadlines, past winners, and how to enter your restaurant.
Preserving Traditional Curry Recipes for Future Generations
How British curry families are documenting heritage recipes. Oral traditions, cookbooks, and the challenge of scaling authenticity.
Curry and British Pop Culture: A Love Story
From going for a Ruby Murray to Brick Lane novels. How curry has woven itself into British popular culture and identity.
The Evolution of the British Curry House Menu
How curry house menus have changed over 50 years. From standard Anglicised dishes to authentic regional specialities.
British Curry Awards History and Winners
A complete guide to the British Curry Awards. History, past winners, nomination process, and what it takes to win.
How Bangladeshi Restaurants Shaped British Curry
The untold story of Bangladeshi restaurateurs who built the British curry industry from Brick Lane to every UK high street.
Regional Curry Styles Across the Indian Subcontinent
From Kashmiri to Kerala, explore the diverse regional curry traditions of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
The Chicken Tikka Masala Origin Story Explained
Who invented chicken tikka masala? Explore the competing claims and the true story behind Britain's unofficial national dish.
The History of Curry in Britain: 1700s to Today
How curry became Britain's favourite food. A fascinating journey from colonial era coffee houses to the modern British curry industry.