A LANCASTER chef is in the running to win the title - "Curry Chef of the Year."

Naim Munshi from the Sultan, Lancaster, won a place in the final after being short-listed from 570 other chefs.

He must prepare three dishes in just 30 minutes, in front of a live audience and a panel of four expert judges. The winner receives a cheque for £1,000 and the title of 'National Curry Chef of the Year.'