Veeraswamy, London's oldest curry house, celebrates its centenary amidst a lease dispute with the Crown Estate that threatens its future. Located in Victory House, the restaurant has hosted celebrities and notable figures since its inception on the late queen's birthday in 1926. The Crown Estate's decision to not renew the restaurant's lease, affecting its entrance, has sparked legal action from co-owner Ranjit Mathrani, who emphasizes the establishment's cultural significance to British-Indian relations. With the lease ending in June, the outcome remains uncertain, stirring concerns over the restaurant's historic legacy.
This is a unique and legendary institution, one of very few examples of a restaurant being in the same location for such a long period of time.
It's more than just a restaurant, it is a living institution and part of the British love for India.
Collection
[
|
...
]