A HAMPSHIRE kebab van has reached the finals of a prestigious national competition, which it won last year.

The Boss kebab van, which trades on Winchester Road, Shedfield, near Wickham, has progressed to the last round of the 13th edition of the British Kebab Awards in the category of "best kebab van".

It will take on ten rivals on Wednesday, February 26, at the Park Plaza Westminster Hotel, London, when the champions will be announced.

This category was scooped in 2023 by the very same business. At the time, owner Siyam Er, 41, from Park Gate in Fareham, said: “I’m really delighted and happy. We have got the certificate on the front of the van to let everyone know. The staff have been asking if we could close today to celebrate but we have to work and serve our wonderful customers."

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The Boss team at last year's awards ceremony (Image: Siyami Er) In a press release, the British Kebab Awards said: "As the festive season winds down and we look ahead to a new year, the British Kebab Awards brings more reasons to celebrate. The 13th edition of this prestigious event is proud to unveil the highly anticipated shortlist, honouring the culinary innovators and community champions who have redefined the kebab experience in 2025."

The event promises an evening of glamour, entertainment and, of course, mouth-watering kebabs. Renowned figures from the culinary world, influencers, and dignitaries will gather to celebrate the winners across various categories, including Best Kebab House, Best Newcomer, and Outstanding Contribution to the Kebab Industry.