In a sizzling move, a Canadian giant named Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited has grabbed some of Britain's most popular Indian restaurants! This includes Veeraswamy, the oldest Indian restaurant in the UK, famous for hosting legends like Jawaharlal Nehru and Charlie Chaplin. Fairfax's affiliates have bought MW Eat Ltd, the group behind Chutney Mary, Amaya, Masala Zone, and Veeraswamy. Chutney Mary is well-loved for its spicy Green Chicken Curry from Goa and delicious baked venison samosas. MW Eat was started in 1990 by Namita Panjabi and Ranjit Mathrani, who were later joined by Camellia Panjabi, a former Taj Hotels board member. Even after the sale, this superstar trio will stay on to ensure the restaurant magic continues smoothly as Fairfax plans to expand internationally. "Fairfax plans to make significant investments in the group to pursue international expansion aligned with the successful brand values and explore new restaurant formats," MW Eat announced. Fairfax knows India’s market well, with many investments across the country, which will help these Indian eateries grow worldwide. Namita Panjabi said, "The three MW Eat directors look forward to supporting Fairfax to take our unique brands global." Prem Watsa, Fairfax’s big boss, added, "We are familiar with hospitality businesses... and remain optimistic about the potential for MW Eat over the long term." However, not all is smooth. Veeraswamy has been stuck in a legal tussle with The Crown Estate, the landlord owned by King Charles. They own Victory House on Regent Street, where Veeraswamy has dazzled diners since 1926. The Crown Estate refused to renew Veeraswamy's lease last June because they want to refurbish the building. MW Eat’s Ranjit Mathrani has now bravely taken the fight to court. Veeraswamy is allowed to stay until the court hearing, expected in 2026 – which will also mark Veeraswamy's 100th anniversary! Mathrani said to TOI, "I will be pursuing the campaign to save Veeraswamy in its current location with unchanged commitment and vigour after the change of ownership. Namita, Camellia and I will continue working with Fairfax and just as importantly, will continue to be responsible for all matters relating to the current dispute. Our position and authority is unchanged." So, while Fairfax spices up plans to spread the magic of these Indian restaurants worldwide, the fight to save Veeraswamy's historic place in London is heating up. Will this iconic eatery keep its royal roots? Stay tuned!