Calne's Spice of Bengal has been named Restaurant of the Year for the South West at the 19th Bangladesh Caterers Association (BCA) Awards 2026.
The family-run restaurant, which has served Calne for more than 25 years, is now inviting local charities and community organisations to get in touch about ways it can support the community.
The award was presented at a ceremony held at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel in London on Sunday 1st November.
Spice of Bengal was selected from a shortlist of four restaurants from across the region. The other finalists were Brunel Raj in Clifton, Bristol, Amazing Asia in Weston-super-Mare and The Bengal Spice in Williton.
Restaurants were judged on food quality, service, hospitality, presentation, consistency, innovation and the overall customer experience.
The ceremony was attended by Bangladesh's High Commissioner to the UK, His Excellency Mohammed Abdul Muhith, alongside MPs and members of the House of Lords.
BCA President Oli Khan MBE congratulated the winners, saying: "Congratulations to Spice of Bengal on a thoroughly deserved win. Their achievement reflects the talent, commitment and resilience that continue to drive British Bangladeshi hospitality forward."
BCA Secretary General Tipu Rahman said the awards had become an important annual celebration of the industry, recognising the achievements of its members and encouraging the next generation of hospitality professionals and entrepreneurs.
The association represents around 12,000 curry houses and takeaways across the UK, supporting approximately 100,000 jobs and an estimated £4.2 billion in sector turnover.
The Spice of Bengal told us: "We are incredibly proud and honoured to receive this prestigious award from the Bangladesh Caterers Association.
"As a family-run business, we have been proud to serve Calne for over 25 years. A heartfelt thank you to all our customers and the wonderful Calne community for your continued loyalty and support. You are at the heart of everything we do.
"Now, we would love to give something back. We invite local charities and community organisations in Calne to get in touch so we can explore ways to work together and support our community.
"We believe charity begins at home, and Calne is our home. Thank you for being part of our journey!"
This year's awards carried the theme 'Honouring today's achievements, inspiring tomorrow's success'.
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