The owner of two Suffolk restaurants have said they have had an "extraordinary influx of customers" since being named as finalists in a prestigious award.

Chequers Indian Lounge, in Great Blakenham, near Ipswich, is a finalist for the Indian restaurant of the year in the south and a finalist for fine dining of the year in the Nations Curry Awards.

Jilani in Sudbury is a finalist for local restaurant of the year in the Nations Curry Awards.

The award celebrates the UK's rich and diverse curry culture and encourages the continued growth and evolution of the industry.

These finalists have been chosen for their exceptional quality, innovation and consistency in offering a truly memorable dining experience.

The owner, Mr Nasir Jilani, said: “Since receiving our recent nominat

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