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Asian Trader Awards 2023 – finalists announced

Asian Trader Awards 2023 – finalists announced
Andy Marino
By Andy MarinoOct 19, 2023
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The big night is almost here!

The time is drawing close to the annual Asian Trader Awards, to be held at the Westminster Park Plaza Hotel on November 7, just across the River Thames from Big Ben.

Preparations are speeding up now as we all scurry around getting things ready for the glitziest night in the convenience calendar, and today we're thrilled to unveil this year's finalists of the Asian Trader Awards, the very best in the world of independent grocery retail in the UK.

We are proud to share that the entries have surpassed all expectations, making this year's competition the fiercest and most competitive one to date.

Look at this list, which encompasses all four corners of the UK, and prepare yourself to be amazed at the quality, entrepreneurship and community spirit of all our entrants.

The Asian Trader Finalists List 2023:

  • Mohammed Aslam, Day-Today
  • Josie Chamberlain, Costcutter
  • Fabio Finocchiaro, Costcutter
  • Arvinder Kaur and Rajinder Singh Sohanpal, Londis
  • Girish Jeeva, Girish’s Premier
  • Kay Patel, Costcutter
  • Sue Nithyanandan, Costcutter
  • Shamly Sud, Premier
  • Arul Palaniappan, Premier
  • Pete Patel, Costcutter
  • Vijay Odedra, Spar
  • James Robertson, One Stop Shop
  • Shakeel Arshard, Premier
  • Sheetal Sisodiya, Spar
  • Andy Campbell, Go Local Extra
  • Nash Patel, Nash's Premier
  • Anila Ali, Premier
  • Shajaz Ali, Premier
  • Paula Lafferty and Michael Atherden, Premier
  • Surinder Kaur Dhadwal, One Stop
  • Surjeet Singh Notay, Premier
  • Manish Suchak, Premier
  • Kersheaup Vagadia, Costcutter
  • Umar Majid, Baba's Kitchen
  • Ali Daoud, Day-Today
  • Shaan Chaudry, Costcutter
  • Jenarthen Saravanamuthu, Premier
  • Dave Hiscutt, Bassetts Londis
  • Jessica Barton, One Stop
  • Suresh Arulanantham, Costcutter
  • Imran Ali, Day-Today
  • Billy Gatt, Premier
  • Sagar Hussain, Premier
  • David Wyatt, Costcutter/Bargain Booze
  • Anand Cheema, Costcutter
  • Nikesh Patel Costcutter
  • Ash Patel, Premier

So, mark your calendars, spread the word, and stay tuned for the grand unveiling of the 2023 Asian Trader Awards ceremony. This is an event you won't want to miss, as we come together to applaud and celebrate the best in the business.

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Book your table here and get ready for a gala night of entertainment, fine food and celebration.

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