Two Michelin-Starred Chef Aktar Islam Is Coming to London
He’s opening his debut restaurant in the capital this springAktar Islam is one of the biggest chefs in Britain – as well as being a regular on the telly, he holds two Michelin stars for his Birmingham restaurant Opheem, one of only two Indian restaurants in the UK (the other being Gymkhana) and four worldwide to hold the accolade. Now he’s coming to the capital to open Oudh 1722 this spring.Opening across three floors in a listed Victorian building in Borough, Oudh 1722 will showcase Islam’s interpretation of Awadhi cuisine. Originating in Lucknow, which has been listed a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, Awadhi cooking was shaped in the royal courts of northern India and is known for its kebabs, biryanis and curries made using the dum pukht method of slow-cooking over a low flame.Speaking about the launch, Islam said: “Awadhi cuisine represents a rich culinary tradition I have always deeply respected, yet one rarely seen in its authentic form here in the UK. With Oudh 1722, the intention is to bring the flavours of Awadh to London, drawing on the techniques, generosity and sense of hospitality that defined the Nawabi courts of Lucknow.”This is going to be a big opening, so watch this space for more details….Key InformationOpening date | spring 2026Address | Borough, LondonFor more information | oudh1722.com
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