UK’s oldest Indian restaurant owner accuses Crown Estate of not valuing curry traditions

Ranjit Mathrani, the owner of Veeraswamy, is taking legal action against the Crown Estate over lease refusal. He believes this reflects an undervaluation of Indian culinary traditions compared to European cuisine. The restaurant has a significant historical background with notable patrons, including Indian leaders. The Crown Estate maintains its decision is based on structural issues and not culinary bias.