Since the 1970’s, curry houses have become a staple of high streets up and down the country and millions of curries are consumed every single week.
The love affair shows no signs of slowing and that’s being celebrated with National Curry Week from October 5-11.
Here are the top 15 Indian restaurants in Northumberland according to TripAdvisor….
1. Sherkhan, Alnwick
Sherkhan of Alnwick is ranked number one.
Described by one reviewer as a 'fantastic Indian, great service and knowledgeable staff who make great recommendations' 2 Market Place, Alnwick Photo: supplied
2. Lal Khazana, Shilbottle
Lal Khazana in Shilbottle is ranked number two. 'The restaurant was well set up for Covid-19 social distancing and felt really safe,' says one recent reviewer. Deanmoor Road West End, Shilbottle Photo: Paul Larkin
3. Cilantro, Hexham
Cilantro, described as 'a great fusion of Indian and Mexican food' is ranked third. 19 Market Place, Hexham Photo: Google
4. Zyka, Hexham
Zyka in Hexham is ranked fourth.
'The quality is second to none and the portions are great too,' says one reviewer. 44 Priestpopple, Hexham Photo: Google