Three Consecutive “Curry Oscar” Wins for the Kent Region – A Proud Moment for the Jamia Community
Sher-E-Bangla Indian Takeaway of Longfield has secured an extraordinary milestone by winning the ARTA Best Takeaway of the Year – Kent Region for the third consecutive year. This remarkable hattrick, crowned at the lavish Grand Finale on 6 October 2025 at the London Hilton, Park Lane, solidifies Sher-E-Bangla’s place among the finest culinary establishments in the United Kingdom.
Owned and led by Jamia Alumnus Mumith Chowdhury Sumon (1996 Batch), this achievement reflects the perfect blend of dedication, hospitality excellence and unwavering community support.
A Night of Prestige at the “Oscars of the Curry Industry”
The Asian Restaurant & Takeaway Awards (ARTA) – widely recognised as the “Curry Oscars” – is the UK’s most prestigious celebration of Pan-Asian cuisine. The 2025 ceremony dazzled with glamour, star power and culinary brilliance, uniting:
🔸 Leading chefs and restaurateurs
🔸 MPs and dignitaries
🔸 Celebrities and media personalities
🔸 Influential figures from across Britain’s Asian catering industry
Guests included well-known personalities such as Elma Pazar, Ella Wise, Harriet Mae Blackmore, Paige Chohan and Manish Bhasin, with Samantha Simmonds and magician Paul Martin hosting the spectacular evening.
But beyond the celebrity glitz lay a heartfelt celebration of cultural heritage, resilience and the extraordinary craftsmanship that defines Asian cuisine in the UK.
The ARTA Judging Process: A True Test of Excellence
Over 1,250 businesses were nominated nationwide in 2025. Finalists were selected through ARTA’s rigorous two-phase evaluation, including:
✅ Public nominations and voting
✅ TripAdvisor and Google review analysis
✅ Food hygiene standards assessment
✅ Expert judging at regional cook-offs, where dishes were evaluated on flavour, texture, aroma, presentation and culinary technique
This transparent, consumer-driven process ensures that only the very best earn a place at the Grand Finale – making Sher-E-Bangla’s consistent success even more extraordinary.
Leadership Remarks from ARTA
Mohammed Munim, Founder and CEO of ARTA, praised the industry’s resilience:
“Asian restaurants and takeaways have long played a vital role in the UK’s economy and culture. Their contribution through job creation, community impact and culinary excellence deserves to be recognised. Every nominee is a testament to the industry’s resilience.”
He further noted in The Sun:
“Despite ongoing challenges – rising costs, labour shortages, and immigration rule changes affecting skilled chef recruitment – the sector continues to show creativity, determination and excellence.”
A Tribute to Sher-E-Bangla’s Exceptional Achievement
Winning once is remarkable. Winning twice is rare. But winning three years in a row – the ARTA “Curry Oscar” hattrick is a moment of history.
This achievement is a reflection of:
🔹 Exceptional culinary standards
🔹 Consistency in quality and service
🔹 Strong leadership from Sumon Chowdhury
🔹 Dedicated chefs and staff
🔹 Loyal customers who continue to support Sher-E-Bangla
It stands as a shining example of entrepreneurial rise within the Jamia Alumni community, showcasing. (শের ই বাংলা ইন্ডিয়ান টেকঅ্যাওয়ে, এআরটিএ 2025, সুমন চৌধুরী, ১৯৯৬ ব্যাচ)
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