UK Correspondent: The Bangladesh Caterers Association (BCA) will hold its 19th BCA Awards 2026 on Sunday, November 1, at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel in London.

The association said this year’s event will be held under the theme, “Honouring today’s achievement, inspiring tomorrow’s success.” The annual awards recognise people and businesses in the British Bangladeshi catering and hospitality sector.

BCA said the event has developed over 19 years into a major gathering for restaurant and hospitality professionals, entrepreneurs, business leaders, community representatives and other guests from across the United Kingdom.

The 2026 awards will recognise contributions from established restaurateurs and entrepreneurs as well as chefs, managers, staff and emerging business leaders. The Awards and Dinner Committee is being led by convener Atik Rahman BEM.

BCA President Oli Khan MBE said the 19th awards mark an important milestone for the association and the industry it represents. Secretary General Tipu Rahman and Chief Treasurer M Fayzul Haq also highlighted the event’s role in recognising achievement and contribution across the sector.

The Bangladesh Caterers Association represents the interests of the UK’s Bangladeshi catering and hospitality industry through advocacy, representation, networking and industry engagement.