Award-winning T&K Balti, in Green Lane Road, Leicester, has served up delicious dishes for nearly 20 years.

Owner Abu Taher, MBE, opened the restaurant – then the first balti house in Leicester – in 1993 and it quickly has established a reputation as one of the city's finest.

The great service, delicious food and relaxed atmosphere makes it one of the best in Leicester.

It has expanded too, from the original 30 covers to now seating 75. As it has extended, so has Green Lane Road, becoming a thriving community.

Patrons include Keith Vaz and local dignitaries.

Balti is an Indian version of an iron wok.

Baltis differ in their taste and content. Originally from the Punjab, it shares some similarities with Bangladeshi cuisine with its use of spices and country style of cooking.

Depending on the recipe involved, other items can include curry leaves, garlic, ginger, onions, pepper, mustard seeds and garam masala. T&K's signature dish is Balti Chicken Silsila and chicken chilli masala and it has received many accolades for its cuisine.

Chefs work with only the freshest of ingredients and it has been awarded The Guild of Master Caterers in recognition of its menu.

T&K Balti House is not only famous for its food.

It is also committed to fund-raising and helping the community. Every year it hosts a charity dinner for the Lord Mayors' Appeal, helping to raise thousands for good causes.