Readers can now vote in the Guardians Takeaway of the Year 2020 competition.

We have been asking for nominations for the competition in recent weeks and the shortlist is now in.

Make sure you vote for your favourite takeaway - whether it is a fish and chip shop; a curry house; a Chinese, Thai, Indian or pizza takeaway shop; or a pub or restaurant that has adapted to lockdown. 

Say thank you to the food business that you love for the delicious food, customer service, fast deliveries or other little extras.

See below for the shortlisted restaurants in east London and Epping Forest:

East London and West Essex Guardian Series:

To vote, simply get your hands on our newspaper. There will be a voting form inside. Tick the box for your favourite takeaway, and then send it to: Local Guardians Takeaway OTY Competition, Unit 1 Brunel Court, Brunel Way, Severalls Industrial Estate, Colchester, CO4 9XP

The instructions are all on the voting form.

Voting closes on December 14 and winners will be announced in due course.