Scotland’s rich, decades-old curry tradition is stepping into the spotlight like never before. Today, Curry CNCT — the UK’s leading platform connecting curry restaurants, entrepreneurs and food lovers across the country — has officially unveiled its inaugural cohort of Regional Curry Ambassadors for Scotland.
This landmark initiative brings together eight respected restaurateurs from across the nation, tasked with championing local curry culture, supporting their peers, and putting every corner of Scotland’s dining map firmly on the national stage. From Glasgow and Edinburgh to Fife, Dundee, Ayrshire, Perth and beyond, each ambassador will act as the face and voice of their region.
A Tradition Worth Celebrating Scotland’s love affair with curry stretches back more than 50 years. It is a story woven through Glasgow’s famous Southside Curry Mile, award-winning kitchens in the capital, and family-run venues in towns and cities up and down the country. The industry supports thousands of jobs, spans generations, and has become an inseparable part of Scottish food identity.
As Regional Curry Ambassadors, the selected restaurateurs will; Share their region’s stories and specialities through Curry CNCT’s platform, Offer guidance and support to new and aspiring business owners, Represent the sector at national events and industry discussions, Help shape the future direction, standards and reputation of Scottish curry dining
Meet the Ambassadors
Satty Singh | Scotland (Honorary)
Mister Singh's India, Glasgow
A cornerstone of Glasgow’s dining scene for over three decades, Satty Singh founded Mister Singh’s India in 1994 with a simple ambition: to be the best Indian restaurant in Scotland. His nearly 40-year career began as a waiter on the Southside and has since taken him from award-winning cuisine to cooking salmon tikka at 10 Downing Street for St Andrew’s Day. The restaurant is now welcoming third- and fourth-generation customers — a testament to its enduring family ethos.
Michael Singh | Midlothian & Dalkeith
Bombay Lounge, Dalkeith
Michael Singh’s passion for hospitality was ignited at the age of 15, and he has spent decades building Bombay Lounge into one of Dalkeith’s most beloved Indian restaurants. Known for its freshly prepared dishes made with hand-blended spices and a ‘treat every customer like family’ philosophy, the restaurant has earned multiple industry nominations and award recognition. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Michael transformed his 150-seat venue into a full delivery operation overnight — a reflection of the resilience and adaptability that defines his approach.
Altaf Hossain & Chef Shabu Natarajan | Glasgow City Centre
Madras Café Glasgow
Altaf Hossain and Chef Shabu Natarajan bring together front-of-house warmth and culinary artistry at Madras Café Glasgow in the heart of Stockwell Street. The duo champion South Indian cuisine in a city more traditionally associated with North Indian and Bangladeshi cooking, offering diners an authentic taste of regional Indian food culture and making Glasgow’s curry scene richer for it.
Balwant Singh Chauhan | Edinburgh
Royal Durbar Indian Dining and Bar, Edinburgh
Located on Edinburgh’s prestigious Shandwick Place, Royal Durbar Indian Dining and Bar has established itself as one of the capital’s go-to destinations for elevated Indian dining. Khurum leads a restaurant that balances regal ambience with a contemporary menu, reflecting the cosmopolitan character of Scotland’s capital and catering to a diverse, international clientele.
Madhav Bhandari | Ayrshire
Motherland Spice, Saltcoats
Serving the Ayrshire community from the heart of Saltcoats, Madaf has built Motherland Spice into a local institution that brings bold, authentic flavour to the west coast of Scotland. With a commitment to bringing restaurant-quality Indian cuisine to communities beyond the central belt, Madaf is a proud voice for Scotland’s diverse and widespread curry culture.
Baljit Singh | Fife
Amritsar Tandoori Restaurant, Kirkcaldy
Named after the spiritual home of Punjabi culture, Amritsar Tandoori has been a fixture on Kirkcaldy’s High Street, bringing the warmth and tradition of tandoor cooking to the Kingdom of Fife. Baljit Singh champions the rich culinary heritage of the Punjab, offering a menu steeped in authenticity and served with genuine Scottish hospitality.
Tanbir Ahmed | Dundee
Jahangir Tandoori, Dundee
Jahangir Tandoori is one of Dundee’s most established Indian restaurants, and Tanbir has been central to maintaining its reputation for quality and consistency. As the curry scene in Scotland’s fourth city continues to grow, Tanbir is a natural ambassador for a region that deserves greater recognition on the national food map.
Chef Satinder Singh Sidhu | Perth & Perthshire
Sidhu's, Perth
Chef Satinder Singh Sidhu brings creative culinary vision to Sidhu’s in Perth, a restaurant that has become a standout destination in Perthshire’s food landscape. With classical training underpinning his menu, Chef Sidhu’s cooking bridges tradition and innovation — making Sidhu’s a compelling reason to explore Scotland’s curry scene beyond its major cities.
“Scotland’s curry scene is one of the great untold stories of British food culture,” said a spokesperson for Curry CNCT. “These ambassadors are the people living it every day — in their kitchens, their communities, and their commitment to the craft. Curry CNCT is proud to give them the platform they deserve.” With this team in place, the future looks bright for Scottish curry — more stories, more support, and more reasons to explore every delicious corner of the country.
Curry CNCT will follow the work of these ambassadors closely, bringing you their stories, recipes and updates throughout their term.
