Castle Brom Indian beats local rival to clinch top award

A CASTLE Bromwich takeaway has been crowned the best in the West Midlands.

Chutney Express, in Hurst Lane, was up against the cream of curry houses and chip shops from around the region - including local competitor Lime Pickle.

And it was announced this month that the Indian eatery had been named the 'Best Takeaway' by the British Takeaway Awards.

Winners from 12 different regions around the UK were recognised at London's swanky Savoy Hotel earlier this month. 

Former Dragons' Den judge Sarah Willingham, who began her business career in the restaurant trade, and Just Eat boss Graham Corfield were among the panel appointed to pick the winners.

North Solihull had the bragging rights, with two of the five finalists based in the area.

Aside from Chutney Express and Lime Pickle, the shortlist included Cafe Balti Birmingham, based at The Radleys, Sheldon, and two chip shops (Mr Chips, in Stourbridge, and Fiddlers Elbow Fisheries, in North Herefordshire).