Another Busy Night at The New Karahi Palace

An afternoon at The Staggs (Musselburgh) seems to always end up at The New Karahi Palace (51-53 Nelson Street, Glasgow, G5 8DZ) . Mags was in tow this evening, no doubt she was already looking forward to her Breakfast Takeaway. There was a line of cars parked outside, something was afoot.

Ayaz and Rasheed greeted us as we took our seats. We could sense that people were upstairs, Ayaz was busy running up and down the stairs. Hector had to go up and investigate. There were in fact Two Groups, one of Chaps, one of Chapattis. The Chaps were nearly finished their Meals as the timely photos show. The Ladies departed later, by which time Mags and Hector were well ensconced in Magnificent Curry.

There was a delay in taking our order, even more Photos taken. In the far corner of the Open Kitchen was a New Chef. Ayaz invited me into the Kitchen to meet Abdul, from Italia. Where else? What happened to Victor, from Romania?

Down to Business

Lamb Karahi (as Rasheed knows how to cook for a Hector) and Aloo Gosht for Mags was the order. Chapattis to accompany.

The Modest Salad arrived eventually, they were busy. A new Customer joined us downstairs. His order – Daal – was served up quickly, a simple Re-heat. Poor Chap, he was in midst-meal when his phone went. The Curry and Chapatti was left, he would evidently return, the food was covered and left in situ.

Ayaz brought the Two Curry Dishes and Chapattis on separate Baskets. Both looked Stupendous. I could see that the Aloo Gosht had a different Masala, Mags was in her element. She loves her Potatoes. It’s all about Spice, it’s Lovely. Leave it out overnight, not in the Fridge. Mags ate just over Half, the rest went Home.

The Lamb Karahi had Minimal Masala, a Mush topped with Fresh Green Chillis and Ginger Strips. The Lamb was on-the-bone, both Standard Lamb Chops and Gigot Chops.

Rasheed had worked his usual Magic and More. The Flavours were there, the Spice Level was off The Scale! This was not for the Faint of Heart.

When Ayaz brought a Fresh Chapatti I asked if he could bring me this every three hours. This new Blast of Heat upped the ante.  This was truly One of The Greatest Curry Moments, Ever!

The Bill

£15.00 A Special Discount – Are You sure? We did have to wait longer than normal, so the gesture was much appreciated.

The Aftermath

There was a quick chat with Shan, the Delivery Driver.  He reckons he drives around 35 miles per day.  Charing Cross was even mentioned.  Competition indeed!

And so to Partick to rendezvous with Dr. Stan and subsequently, Marg. A Long Day.

If tomorrow wasn’t – Diet Day – I would be back here. Just how Great can Curry become?