Monthly Archives: October 2014

The Winter Season at The Akash is Underway

The First of Five Thursdays in Winter when it’s better to stay in Helensburgh for Curry than drive hither and thither. The Akash (45 Sinclair St, Helensburgh, G84 8TG) remains the Recommended Helensburgh Curry Venue. Ashgar, Mein Host, was texted … Continue reading

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Bradford – Hector finally dines at Sweet Centre

I have been here before, well next door. The Café was stowed, we left. Only then did Our Man in Bradford reveal the presence of a larger restaurant a few doors down. The Bradford Sweet Centre (110-114 Lumb Lane, Bradford, … Continue reading

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Early Morning Bradford Curry at The International

It was a long day, there would be an extra hour tonight. Four of The Company were staying in Manchester, but due to a certain football match, prices for a room in Manchester were prohibitive tonight, cue The Bradford Three. … Continue reading

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Bradford – Lunch at the Sheesh Mahal

It feels like ten hours since I was last here. Sheesh Mahal (6 St. Thomas’ Road, Bradford, BD1 2RW) opens early and closes late. Taj, Mein Host,  assured me last night that there would be Fish, but suggested I arrive … Continue reading

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Neil’s First Bradford Curry – Sheesh Mahal

After sampling the truly wonderful New World IPA (Northern Monk Brew Co.) at a modest 6.2% it was time to leave The Sparrow. I doubt if there will be a better Bier this weekend. Steve had an early night, leaving … Continue reading

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A Busy Afternoon at Yadgar

The order for today’s visit to Yadgar (148 Calder St., Govanhill, Glasgow, G42 7QP) was sent by text on Friday morning at Katowice Station. It was acknowledged within minutes. Such service. Hector has realised that although the usual intake of … Continue reading

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Glasgow, Saturday, 15.00 – New Karahi Palace

Yes I had an outstanding Fish Curry in Krakow yesterday. I also know what is planned for tomorrow. Have I mentioned I’m on holiday? Let’s milk the final moments. With – The Company – scattered, Hector would dine alone. Just … Continue reading

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Kraków – Indus Tandoor – The Much Anticipated Fish Kadhai

The week long tour that has taken Marg and Hector to Northumberland then on to Poland, finally ends today. With an evening flight back to Newcastle there was time to spend a couple more hours in Kraków en route back … Continue reading

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Buddha – Katowice + Gary Chandler and Pendragon

There are Two Indian Restaurants in Katowice. As the likelihood of a return visit on July 30 increased with each hour spent here, Hector decided to try Buddha (ul Drzmaly 9, 40-059, Katowice, Polska) which was a few blocks south … Continue reading

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Hurry Curry + A Preview of Pendragon and Jadis in Katowice

Marg and Hector find themselves Katowice where Pendragon, supported by Gary Chandler (Jadis), are playing this very evening.  Last night Hector ate very traditionally at Krystalowa – Black Pudding Dumplings followed by Glombki. I realise I have been eating, and … Continue reading

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