National Chef of the Year

From Hidden Gem to National Icon: Chef Harish Suresh (Rishi)

Step into the world of Harish Suresh, the culinary force behind Rishi’s in Slate & Grain. Known affectionately as "Rishi," Chef Harish has recently been catapulted onto the national stage, earning the most prestigious titles in the British-Asian culinary industry.

As reported by the Sutton Guardian, Chef Harish achieved a historic double victory at the 2025 Asian Restaurant & Takeaway Awards (ARTA), held at the London Hilton Park Lane. He was crowned both National Chef of the Year and Surrey Chef of the Year, a feat described as winning the "Oscars of the Curry Industry."

This success follows his earlier triumph at the UK Curry Championships, where he secured the Gold Medal for his mastery of authentic South Indian flavors. His signature award-winning dishes—Chettinad Lamb Chops and Calicut Meen Kuzhambu—have been hailed by critics for their tender execution and vibrant, coastal spices.

Located within the unique, light-filled atrium of Button House in Hackbridge, Rishi’s in Slate & Grain has defied its "hidden" location to become a destination for food lovers across London and Surrey. Whether you are booking a corporate event, a Hollywood-themed community night, or an intimate private dinner, you are invited to experience the "inner soul of food" crafted by one of the UK’s most celebrated chefs.