Curry Doom

Members of the Birmingham New Road branch of Fitness First who witnessed my recent disintegration behind the handles of a cross-trainer probably won’t be surprised to learn that I enjoy my Indian food. Aloo gobi. Lentil daal. Swept up with my mother’s chapattis. Delicious.

But, having said that, recent reports that 10 per cent of Britain’s estimated 10,000 curry houses face closure over the next few years have left me unmoved. Moreover, I think it might actually be good if segments of Britain’s £3.2 billion curry industry have had their chips.

If this sounds heartless, then consider some of the factors said to be contributing to the sector’s decline, beginning with rising food prices…

Read atTimes Online