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2022 SPECIAL SESSION I

22208359D
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 784
Offered August 29, 2022
Commending Nawab.
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Patron-- Rasoul
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WHEREAS, Nawab, a cherished restaurant in Roanoke specializing in the culinary traditions of India, celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2022; and

WHEREAS, Nawab opened in historic downtown Roanoke in May 1997 and has since established a sterling reputation in the community for exceptional food and service; and

WHEREAS, the menu at Nawab draws from all regions of India and features items that exemplify the numerous cooking techniques, styles, and spice mixes that are the hallmarks of Indian cuisine; and

WHEREAS, with guidance from consultant chef Mel Oza, the chefs at Nawab prepare every dish from scratch and in-house, taking great care to carefully and consciously source their produce, meats, and other ingredients to ensure that the food they serve is always fresh and of the highest quality; and

WHEREAS, the staff at Nawab work tirelessly every day to cultivate a calm and inviting ambiance in the restaurant in order to provide a more transporting dining experience for their guests; and

WHEREAS, in recognition of its commitment to excellence, Nawab has received numerous honors and accolades over the years, including several awards from The Roanoker magazine; and

WHEREAS, as a result of its employees’ unwavering attention to detail and their superb commitment to the enjoyment of their guests, Nawab has earned its renown as one of the finest dining establishments in Roanoke; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Nawab hereby be commended on the occasion of its 25th anniversary; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Sunny Shah, owner of Nawab, as an expression of the House of Delegates’ admiration for the restaurant’s contributions to the Commonwealth.