Ed Sheeran's surprise act at fave UK restaurant after sinking vindaloo shows true colours

Chart-topper Ed Sheeran took to his "favourite restaurant" for a swift curry before wowing fans with an impromptu appearance at a sold-out show on Sunday night. Fueled by a hearty vindaloo, the superstar reportedly extended a "kind gesture" to the establishment's employees prior to his stage performance.

Last night, Ed Sheeran surprised attendees in Birmingham, gracing the stage alongside Punjabi icon Diljit Dosanjh. Preceding the spontaneous gig, he visited his preferred eatery, Asha's, enjoying a meal with local artist Jaykae.

According to the establishment's manager, it was Sheeran's third time dining there. The local lyricist and the Grammy-winning 'Shape of You' artist opted for piquant fare, pleasing Asha's boss Nouman Farooqui.

Nouman disclosed to BirminghamLive details of Sheeran's visit: "We were happy to have Ed visit for the third time. He was dining with Jaykae and they ordered spicy butter chicken and a lamb vindaloo.."

Farooqui also mentioned that the pop star acclaimed Asha's as his top pick for Indian cuisine. Sheeran stopped by after his soundcheck at the Utilita Arena and before making a splash on stage with Diljit during the latter part of the concert.

The award-winning musician Ed Sheeran made an act of kindness by offering Nouman a pair of tickets to his fully booked gig. Nouman was thankful, saying: "Ed was so kind as to offer us a pair of tickets for the sold-out show which I was really grateful for. I gave them to a couple of members of my staff who are big fans, so they could enjoy it."

While touring in Birmingham, Ed grabbed the chance to drop by The Roost public house in Small Heath once again, mingling with admirers and posing for snapshots.

The well-known Birmingham City local gained even more fame when Ed graced it with a signature on a shirt during his visit, leaving behind the inscription: "The Roost #1 pub in Britain! ".