Across this bridge lies Curry
Friday afternoon, what better time for Curry-Heute? The Village (119 West St., Tradeston, Glasgow G5 8BA) was the chosen venue. The Lunchtime Waitress was still on duty, both Menus were provided. Tawa, Desi Kourma, Karahi are Hector’s usual choices, time to try the Achari Gosht (£7.95) once more. It is two years since I last had this Dish on these premises, it was impressive despite the abundance of Masala. On the assumption that a Wet Curry would be served it had to be a Rice Accompaniment. The Special Rice (£2.75) should provide the required Vegetable content.
The Waitress asked on-the-bone or off. Hotter than Medium was also agreed. Achari Gosht, Desi-style – was relayed to the Chef.
At 15.30 four other tables were occupied by like minded people. This is by far the best time to come to The Village, when the food is ready it comes immediately. To this end, dining alone also tends to generate the best Curry Experience.
The Special Rice had Peas and Mushrooms, not particularly – Special – and less impressive than the Vegetable Rice that was available in years gone by. The Quantity was Sensible, a plateful, not a mound which would lead to waste. The Achari looked just the job, the Classic Village Masala, and this time not excessive. A quick count of the good sized Lamb pieces took me double figures. So far, so good.
Where were the Bones? This was Boneless. Still, the Quality of the Lamb was impressive, just enough chewing. The expected Pickle Blast did not occur. Indeed, two years ago this was also the case. The tell-tale Lime Rind was not present, had it been spooned out? First of all the Classic Village Curry Taste was first to register on the Palate, then the Pickle Flavour emerged. With a decent Kick, this complex, Flavoursome Curry took me back to the early days of visiting these premises.
With the Rice, this was a the Perfect Quantity. With the end in sight there was the realisation that the Pleasure would soon be drawing to a close. This was as good a Village Curry as one can receive. I used to eat here twice a week, today brought back the memory as to why.
The Bill
£10.70. No Starters, no Poppadoms…
The Aftermath
The Fish Chettinad Challenge is ongoing. Irram assures me the mater is in hand.