The Curry Lounge in Nottingham closed after its owner, Arfan Razak, was convicted of tax fraud in 2017, leading to an 18-month prison sentence, despite previously appearing on Gordon Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares to try and save the struggling business. The restaurant, which changed hands in 2015, later became other establishments, including an Italian seafood restaurant, but its story ended with the owner's criminal conviction for suppressing sales on VAT returns.
Owner Razak was later convicted of tax fraud and failure to pay VAT and was sentenced to 18 months in prison The restaurant changed ownership in 2015. The former Curry Lounge premises was later occupied by Tandoor Restaurant and Bar, that served Northern Indian cuisine which also closed.
What Happened to The Curry Lounge AFTER Kitchen Nightmares?
Did Martin file a lawsuit against Gordon?
Yes, Martin Hyde, the general manager of Dillon's restaurant, did sue Gordon Ramsay and the Kitchen Nightmares production team in 2007, claiming the show staged scenes, planted rotten meat, and hired actors to portray him negatively, ruining his reputation and career; however, the lawsuit was unsuccessful, and the episode aired as planned.
The owner, Julie Watson, and her daughter Janelle frequently showed their bad temper as the chef tried to fix the undercooked noodle-selling hole. Ramsay and his team didn't fix much, leading the restaurant to close shortly after the episode aired in 2014.
"Hide" is a well-known Michelin-starred restaurant in Mayfair, London, led by Chef Ollie Dabbous, celebrated for its modern British cuisine, innovative dishes (like scallops with eucalyptus), extensive wine list from Hedonism Wines, and three-story design overlooking Green Park, offering distinct dining experiences from casual breakfast to formal tasting menus.
Speed dial is a telephone function allowing the user to place a call by pressing a reduced number of keys. This function was particularly useful for phone users who dial certain numbers on a regular basis. In most cases, the user stores these numbers in the phone's memory for future use.
Oceana Grill in New Orleans and former manager Martin Hyde of Dillons restaurant (NYC) are the most prominent entities that have sued Kitchen Nightmares or Gordon Ramsay, alleging fabricated drama, misleading portrayals, and staging of events, with Oceana Grill filing multiple lawsuits over their episode's airing and clips being shared years later. Both cases claimed scenes were staged to boost ratings, with Oceana Grill suing again after a 2018 Facebook post violated an earlier settlement, leading to the episode's removal from many platforms.
French chef Joël Robuchon held a record-breaking 32 Michelin stars across his global restaurants at the peak of his career, making him the most decorated chef in history, though he passed away in 2018, with his restaurants holding 31 stars at that time. He earned the title "Chef of the Century" and was known for revolutionizing French cuisine, emphasizing simplicity and perfection in his dishes.
Le Gavroche lost its third Michelin star in 1993 when Michel Roux Jr. took over as chef-patron from his father, Albert Roux, as a formal recognition of the change in leadership and evolving cooking style, which moved towards a lighter French cuisine, though Roux Jr. later said he'd rather be a happy two-star restaurant than a miserable three, prioritizing work-life balance and culinary evolution over maintaining the top rating.
(Amy was originally from Phoenix and Samy was born in Morocco; Amy had served time in prison from 2008 to 2009 for writing fraudulent checks while married to her first husband.) In April 2022, Amy returned to the United States and filed for divorce, while Samy remained in Israel.
The only chef widely credited with making Gordon Ramsay cry is his mentor, Marco Pierre White, during Ramsay's early days working for him at Harveys in London. While White denies actively making him cry, he admits to yelling at the young Ramsay, who then broke down in the corner of the kitchen, a moment confirmed by a Ramsay representative.
Gordon Ramsay recently had basal cell carcinoma (a type of skin cancer) removed and used the experience to warn fans about sun protection, also sharing a severe cycling accident in 2024, highlighting his focus on fitness (triathlons) and safety (wearing helmets) while maintaining a demanding schedule. He's known for his intense workouts and healthy eating to stay fit despite his busy life, emphasizing discipline.
