Norwich – Namaste India – A Vegetarian Curry Cafe

The number of Norwich outlets open at Lunchtime is limited, however it is still uncanny that Hector should walk into a Norwich Curry House and find Howard and Tracey waiting for their order. Namaste India (2a Opie St., Norwich NR1 3DN) was the chosen venue. This place is – Vegetarian – I was informed as soon as I took my seat. Not a problem, for Lunch today something Light was desired. Fish is what Hector had in mind in the short walk from the Travelodge. The term – Vegetable Curry – had even flashed through Hector’s mind en route, a premonition? After two very satisfying Curry-Heute Experiences yesterday, Curry-Gestern, Hector was a bit – Lambed-out.

Pav Bhaji – mixed vegetable curry, richly spiced and served with rotis – was Howard’s order.

Tracey had gone for Methi Corn Masala with Paneer. They had also ordered Rice. It’s alright – was Howard’s sparing verdict. Not a Mr. Holden – It were alright – which masks total appreciation. Hector would follow Howard, what? and not choose Methi and the guaranteed Seasoning from the Cheese?

The Charming Lady took the order, a Chap was doing the cooking in an upstairs kitchen which added quirkiness to this Cafe-style venue. The Curry was brought down on a tray and then distributed by the Lady.

The Pav Bhaji was Wet, a Thick Soupy Masala with a clear Onion Base. Rich in Peas, the occasional bits of both Red and Green Peppers were inevitable, easily set aside. An Earthy Garam Masala was at the root of the Flavour. The Rotis did not Crisp which is a bit of a rarity in Hector’s experience – Good Rotis.
For Lunch, this was adequate. The Pav Bhaji felt like a Masala waiting for the Protein to be added. A piece of Fish in here would have been would have been perfect.

The Bill
£10.75. With the Sparkling Water, this was a bit steep, after all, there was no meat. A Masala alone costs pennies to produce.

The Aftermath
The Calling Card was produced and accepted graciously.