Today began with an early rise in Reykjavik. A final cup of the always pleasing Icelandic coffee at 04.45 preceded the journey to Keflavik Airport and the surprisingly short flight back to Glasgow. Before meeting up with The Chaps, there had to be Curry. The New Karahi Palace (51-53 Nelson Street, Tradeston, Glasgow, G5 8DZ) is the venue that Hector heads to after any trip currently.
The New Chap was behind the counter, Chef Rashid was in his spot.
Can Rashid cook for me?
No other request was given. Rashid knows.
The Modest Salad was accompanied by the Raita which made it an attractive prospect. For the first time in a while, Hector tore into the Salad. A truly awful Bollywood Movie was playing on the TV. Under the TV is the Menu Board, time to study this, self-distraction.
A Curry at the Karahi Palace is typically £7.50, the half-kilo is £12.50. This puts in perspective just how expensive Curry has been on my recent travels – Aberdeen and Reykjavik. Here one receives twice the volume of food for half the price. The Pleasure Rating is also off the scale in comparison. I must order a Handi, it has been a while.
Sole Food
This would be the only food intake today. I had to marvel when the Large Karahi appeared – The Half-Kilo! Large Chapattis would accompany. Welcome home.
The Meat Content was significant, just how much had Rashid included? Ribs, Chops and Sucky Bones all featured, the perfect array. The Masala stared, aggressively – Are you up for this?
Slices of Large Green Chillies gave the Masala a Serious Kick. The Chapatti enabled the scooping of this Wonderful Mash rich in Ginger, Onion and Tomato. The Seasoning permitted the full Blend of Flavours to emerge. Alternating between Masala and Meat progress was made through the Feast. The Vegetable Oil collected on the base of the Karahi , dipping into this, another Source of Pleasure. The best thing about going away is coming home. This Curry was Sheer Joy.
The Bill
£13.90. A Half-Kilo of Lamb Karahi and Chapattis.
The Aftermath
The downstairs toilet has been given a new coat of paint. With the hand dryer this is now a place one might permit a lady to use. Well done.
Now to begin the Easter Vacation…