Hector made contact with delhi2go (119 Oldham St., Manchester M4 1LN England) last week using their online ticketing system. This was electronically acknowledged then nothing until this afternoon. Another computer generated email was received with the message:
I hope you were able to contact the takeaway and get this sorted out.
So much for the promised contact by a – support representative – within twenty four hours.
Hector came across delhi2go a year ago and was well impressed. In subsequent visits to Manchester in 2017 this became a – must visit – venue. The various members of – The Company – who have visited have all been impressed, that was until January 3rd this year when the most ordinary of food was presented. The Chap who served that night mentioned a change in Staff since my previous visit on November 9th. Hector was determined to get to the bottom of this and convince the Management that they must restore the Quality enjoyed last year. I also wished to get – Lamb on-the-bone – added as an Menu option.
Four of us entered delhi2go this evening just before 22.00. I immediately engaged The Chap who served us last time with the above saga. Chef was brought from the kitchen, the story outlined once more. He promised to make us better Curry than I received earlier this month.
The photos of what I wanted and how I wanted it were shown. Classic Lamb Apna-style (£8.30) with extra Methi and a – Flaky, Soft – Paratha (£1.70).
Mags ordered a Takeaway Pakora, sat with us whilst it was prepared, then departed. This left Steve to order his customary Lamb Madras Apna-style (£7.20) with a Naan (£1.10). Clive who had Keema Peas earlier today at Kabana, took the Kebab option: Lamb Tikka Kebab (£4.90).
The Bill
£10.00 was my share. Once again I praise the receipt system where one’s Order is clearly printed.
Another Chap helped bring out the Order. Clive did not need cutlery, I was determined to get a metal fork or spoon, a fork was provided and sufficient napkins. I hate eating with plastic cutlery as I was left to do with Marg at the start of the month
Lamb Tikka Kebab
Clive tore in, the Sauce was everywhere, he was having fun . Clive thoroughly enjoyed his selection:
An eating experience. It was and is, a high level in the several hundred Kebabs I have had.
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Classic Lamb Apna-style
The Toppings were back! Fresh Coriander, slices of Large Green Chillies and the Ginger Strips. One has become used to this, a Curry without disappoints. Not only does each add Flavour/Spice, they also vary the Texture of the Dish. No Methi?
The Spice hit hard, this Curry was taking no prisoners. Fortunately this is rarely a problem for Hector. Despite the ferocity, the Flavour of the Masala came through strongly also. Rich in Tomato Seeds, this was an impressive Masala. The desired – Thickness – was there, the Oil collected around the periphery, great for – Dipping – the Paratha.
The Lamb was well into double figures, Beautifully Soft Meat. Now imagine this served on-the-bone. Eye watering – was noted, this was challenging Curry. I enjoyed this.
The Paratha was served exactly as I like it – Soft, Flaky and Whole. The Perfect Paratha, so what happened three weeks ago?
Steve devoured his Naan without comment.
Lamb Madras Apna-style
No Toppings here, a cheaper Curry. This appeared to be the major difference between this and that described above. Steve had been to delhi2go in November and enjoyed his Curry, he knew the Standard. Tonight he was not disappointed.
It was as before, the Meat was lovely and Tender. Very Tomatoey, a great sauce, though a lack of Garlic. I quite like to taste Garlic but didn’t get it.
I like to taste Herbs, I would recommend it, I would come back and have it again.
The Aftermath
Chef came out to ask: How is it?
Like last year – was my reply.
Next time will be better – he added.
A return on Friday might be possible if we don’t go to Huddersfield.
Hopefully someone from delhi2go will read these pages. With this number of visits, and all but one highly positive, Hector can add delhi2go to the list of – Recommended Curry Houses.