National Curry Week: The best places to go in Sunderland - according to Echo readers

But as this week is National Curry Week – running from Monday, October 5 until Sunday, October 11 – we wanted your recommendations for the best place to get one in Sunderland.

2020 marks the 22nd staging of the event, which began in 1998 and was launched by food journalist Peter Grove to celebrate his love of the cuisine.

The week-long celebration aims to honour curry, celebrate and support the Indian restaurant industry and raise money for poverty-focused charities.

Here are your top picks for where to get a curry in Sunderland, from the Echo’s Facebook page, whether you’re dining out or taking away:

Spice Empire, Church Lane

Mumbai Silk, Park Road

Forhan's, Hylton Road

Grindon Village Tandoori, The Broadway

Motiraj Restaurant, Church Lane

Yuvraaj Restaurant, Douro Terrace

Goa, Queen’s Avenue

Penshaw Tandoori, Chester Road

Akki's Indian Takeaway, Bede Street

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