After the warm welcome received at Taste of India (Platia Theatro 22, 10552, Athena, Hellas/Greece) last February, there had to be a return visit. This venue had only recently opened when Marg and Hector stumbled upon it, the Curry impressed.
Before Curry-Heute was permitted, there had to be a stop off at the pet shop, Marg had to say goodbye to Blue Eyes. As long as she keeps saying – Goodbye.
As we entered Taste of India, the Manager said – Hello again.
You remember me! – I replied.
Impressive. This meant I had no qualms about approaching the counter and photographing every Dish on display. Two Curry Dishes stood out, one Dark, the other Darker. Can I admit to the fact that I had briefly contemplated – Chicken Curry – today, given the amount of Lamb I have put away of late. Sense, or was it autopilot, prevailed. The Lamb Curry it had to be.
Chana Curry, Vegetable Curry and Chicken Biryani were also options. The Vegetable Rice had to be tried, I’ve had enough Bread this week. Marg decided she has had enough Samosa also, and would spectate. When offered a Drink I asked if Sparkling Water was available. Club Soda was, just as good.
It was good to see customers actually eating after yesterday’s experience at the nearby Surma Restaurant. Bier was being taken by some too, and it had just gone noon. Above the counter there is a list of Dishes on offer with photos of each, Daal Makhani – Mmmmm.
An impressive Salad accompanied the order. Pickled Chillies, Olives, and the Usual. Bread came too but was declined. A Mass of Vegetable Rice filled the Plate. The Lamb Curry was served in the standard Metal Dish. The Minimal Masala impressed. I remarked to Marg – Why do so many Venues have to serve Meat swimming in Soup? The Lamb was on-the-bone, one Sucky-Bone was spotted, methinks this was actually Karahi Gosht.
I started with a Pickled Chilli. A staff member having a break sat at the end of our table, he smiled as I gasped. Now for The Curry.
This was a simple Lamb Curry. The Flavour of the Lamb itself was first to register. The Lamb was seriously Tender, enough chewing, relaxation after yesterday. The Meat count was into double figures, once again I had a mass of food to get through. The Kick hit the back of the throat, the Flavours sat on the tongue. I believe the Rice was adding an Aromatic Flavour to the experience. With Carrots, Peas, Green Beans and Fresh Coriander there was enough Diversity. The Raw Onion from the Salad also provided extra variety to the Texture.
Marg watched, she knew. This was Hector enjoying his Curry.
You ate more than I thought you would – was her observation as I scraped the leftover Rice together. Half as much would have sufficed.
Mein Host, was shown the Curry-Heute review from last year. He in turn showed me the Restaurant page on his phone. We are now formally linked through Social Media. Let me introduce Daniyal.
The Bill
€8.00. Worth every Cent.
The Aftermath
In addition to the photo with Daniyal, there had to be one taken in front of the Taj Mahal. One day, soon.
And so, Marg and Hector spent the last full day as tourisist in Athena. I did spot a sign for a – Greek Taverna – in Athens, really? I have always said – There are no Indian Restaurants in India.
What happens if I find one?
