A TOP chef and UK restaurant boss has sadly died aged 56 as emotional tributes pour in.
Shabir Hussain, who was hailed as the ‘King of Curry’, and founded huge Indian restaurant chain Akbar’s, passed away after a brave battle with cancer.
Shabir Hussain, CEO of Akbar’s, passed away aged 56[/caption]
Akbar’s Restaurant Group posted on Facebook: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shabir Hussain, founder of Akbars Restaurant Group.
“All restaurants will now be closed and will reopen on Friday 18th October at 5pm.
“Please remember Shabir Hussain in your prayers. May Allah (SWT) grant him the highest rank in Jannah and bring peace and strength to his family during this difficult time.”
The icon’s first restaurant opened in 1995 with just a small 28 seat capacity in the heart of Bradford.
But the popular chain soon grew and saw dozens of branches across the north, Scotland and the Midlands.
Shabir hosted the grand opening of their latest venue in Blackburn in March this year.
