MANCHESTER, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 23, 2026--
The Global Indian Restaurant Summit & Honours brought together restaurateurs, chefs, hospitality entrepreneurs and foodservice leaders at The Edwardian Manchester under the theme “The Global Rise of Indian Food Brands.”
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The Conference explored the evolution of Indian cuisine beyond traditional curry houses, highlighting Michelin-starred dining, chef-led concepts, contemporary restaurants and opportunities for scalable Indian food brands in the UK and internationally.
The event was supported by Nestlé Professional, Cobra Beer, Heer, with the British Asian Trust as charity partner.
Mrs. Vishakha Yaduvanshi, IFS, Consul General of India in Manchester, highlighted the growing opportunities for UK–India collaboration, including the 2026 UK–India CETA provisions supporting professional mobility and easier access for Indian professionals.
Sachin Marya, Editorial Director, Restaurant India and Entrepreneur Media APAC, said: “After more than two decades of building industry platforms in India, we are delighted to bring that experience to the UK.
The Manchester Conference follows Restaurant India’s first UK edition in London in May 2026, marking the continued expansion of its international industry platform.
Hitan Mehta OBE, Chief Executive of the British Asian Trust, said: “We are very grateful to The Global Indian Restaurant Summit & Honours for giving the British Asian Trust this opportunity to share our £1 on the Bill initiative with leaders from across the Indian restaurant sector. The sector has deep roots in communities across the UK.”
2026 Award Winners
The evening Awards recognised excellence across 20+ categories.
Indian Restaurant of the Year: Dishoom; Contemporary Indian Restaurant of the Year: Bukharaa Street Zaika-Romiley; Fine Dining Indian Restaurant of the Year: Raval Restaurant; Regional Indian Cuisine Restaurant of the Year: Dhamaka Cramlington; South Indian Restaurant of the Year: Kerala Canteen; Chef-Led Restaurant of the Year: Opheem; Women in Hospitality Leadership: Donya Bonyadi (Bombay to Mumbai); Best Indian Restaurant – Manchester: Mumbai Flavours; Best Indian Restaurant – Leicester: Paddy’s Marten Inn; Best Family Restaurant: Hungamaa; Best Emerging Restaurant Brand: Taste of Himalayan; Executive Chef of the Year: Omkar Mestry – Novotel London West; Best New Restaurant: TYGA Manchester; Asian Hospitality Entrepreneur of the Year: Sanjay Anand; Asian Restaurant of the Year: Zouk Tea Bar & Grill; Asian Emerging Brand of the Year: The Grand by Ikkayes; Culinary Excellence: Prashad.
The Global Indian Restaurant Summit 2026
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is expected to have season-ending surgery on his left knee, according to a person with knowledge of the details of the injury.
The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday because the team had not announced Dart's status.
Dart was injured on the first drive Monday night against the Los Angeles Rams when his left leg bent awkwardly as he was hit by two defenders. After initially saying it was in the neighborhood of a medial collateral ligament injury, coach John Harbaugh said Tuesday the evaluation process for Dart was still ongoing.
An MRI revealed medial collateral ligament, posterior cruciate ligament and meniscus damage, according to a report by NFL Network. Harbaugh is scheduled to address reporters after practice later Wednesday, his 64th birthday.
Losing the 23-year-old face of the franchise to a long-term injury would be a significant blow in Harbaugh's first season in charge, which began with a victory against Dallas at home in Week 1. Jameis Winston takes over the starting role beginning Sunday against Tennessee.
The Giants' next five opponents have a combined 2-8 record. Winston is 3-9 in 12 NFL starts since 2024.
Winston and Jake Haener, who is on the practice squad, were the only QBs at practice during the portion open to reporters. Haener, who played in eight games and started one for New Orleans two seasons ago, joined midway through training camp and stuck around over journeyman Brandon Allen.
Edge rusher Brian Burns, who sprained his left ankle late in the Rams game, was not on the field. No. 1 receiver Malik Nabers, who popped his shoulder back into place and returned Monday night, and starting left tackle Andrew Thomas, who limped off with a groin injury, were participating in the unpadded session.
AP Pro Football Writer Rob Maaddi in Tampa, Florida, contributed to this report.
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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) steps to the line of scrimmage during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Inglewood, Calif., Monday, Sept. 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Katie Chin)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart, center, watches from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Inglewood, Calif., Monday, Sept. 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Caroline Brehman)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) is helped up after getting injured during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Inglewood, Calif., Monday, Sept. 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) throws under pressure from Los Angeles Rams linebacker Byron Young during the first half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Monday, Sept. 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Katie Chin)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) walks off the field with an injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Inglewood, Calif., Monday, Sept. 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Caroline Brehman)
