AN IMMENSELY popular Indian restaurant and takeaway in Taunton has been named the best restaurant in Somerset.

Turmeric Kitchen @65, on Station Road, took home the gold at the English Business Awards 2023.

It now officially holds the tremendous title of Somerset's best restaurant.

But it's far from the first time Turmeric Kitchen @65's incredible service has been recognised, as it has recently won several notable awards.

  • Best Restaurant in Somerset - English Business Awards 2023 
  • Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award 2023, 2022 
  • Local Hospitality Award 2023, 2022 
  • Good Food Award 2023, 2022

As a result of the recent English Business Awards victory, the Taunton restaurant now has the chance to be named England's best restaurant, at the national awards this November.

Votes for Turmeric Kitchen @65 can be placed on the English Business Awards website.

The restaurant's success on the national stage is expected to continue, with nominations for the following awards:

  • Asian Food and Restaurant Award 2023
  • Hospitality Business Award UK 2023
  • Asian Curry Award 2023 (Curry Oscars)

Staff at Turmeric Kitchen believe their authentic and natural approach to cooking is what sets them apart from other restaurants.

"Turmeric Kitchen's delicious food and immersive ambience accurately depict the flavours of Southern India," a spokesperon said.

"We strive to better customer health by eliminating the use of artificial colours in our freshly prepared dishes and instead opt to use natural colourants such as turmeric, which is a powerful antioxidant, natural anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer agent.

"Our fresh, light, and healthy food is prepared with passion and care combined with a "slow food" approach to guarantee that your taste buds are thoroughly impressed."