The Company have a tradition of Big Trips to celebrate Big Birthdays. Hector’s 60th may have been back in April, however, The India Trip with Marg complicated matters this year, six months later, here we are in Wroclaw. Officially this is Neil’s 60th Celebratory Trip too, but as he is not having Curry-Heute there shall be no further mention of him in this Blog entry.
There was a 12.30 Curry Rendezvous which loomed large and meant Marg never had her promised Breakfast of Coffee and Cake. Eleanor made First Contact, we would meet at Buddha Lounge (ul. Rzeznicza 28/31, 50-130 Wroclaw, Polska). At 12.28 Yvonne texted from the hotel to inform us that she and Craig would be joining us. A table for five was procured in the raised seating area of what is a very large room. With a balcony too, one wonders if this venue can ever be full; what did impress was the steady turnover throughout our visit, this is a popular restaurant.
A Lunchtime Menu was on the table – 20.00 Zl, not for us. Marg would have a Starter only. Lamb Samosa (16.00 Zl), her customary snack, was her choice. Eleanor, who typically orders Lamb in my presence reverted to Chicken. Butter Chicken (30.00 Zl) with Basmati Plain Rice (8.00 Zl) was her selection. The Hector ordered Lamb Achari (33.00 Zl) with Jeera Puloa 14.00 Zl) a potentially pleasing combination. This also avoided any discussion about Capsicum being present or withheld.
Craig and Yvonne had Mags in tow, they had found their way here with surprising efficiency, amazing how a map can be of assistance. The Menus were brought once again.
Balti Chicken (34.00 Zl) with a Two Chilli Rating and Plain Rice was Craig’s brave choice. Yvonne ordered Lamb Kadai (34.00 Zl) and a Roti (6.00 Zl). Mags went for Lamb Jalfrazi (33.00 Zl) and a Paratha (9.00 Zl).
Expectations were not high. Buddha Lounge is a Classic Mainstream, Curry House. In Europe, Chefs are reluctant to pile on the Spice, Curry also has a tendency to be Soup-like. When the Butter Chicken and Lamb Achari were placed in the table Hector’s heart sank. Soup. Eleanor’s worryingly – Red – Butter Chicken in particular looked like Meat in Tomato Soup, the Achari – Lentil Soup.
Butter Chicken
The Rice Portions were on the Large end of the scale, just as well, 14.00 Zl for Jeera Rice is an appreciable sum given the levels to which Sterling has plummeted in recent months, and continues to do so. The Fools who voted for Brexit know not what they have done. Hector’s Pension has been devalued by 20%. Thank you, Peasants.
Marg had bitten into one of her Pair of Lamb Samosas, she was keen to show me an Interior. It looked good.
Tasty and Filling. The Minty Yoghurt added to the experience.
Marg was happy, so too was Eleanor. Her Butter Chicken had a Kick which surprised me. Those who enjoy that sort of – Curry – enjoy that sort of Curry. That Curry-Heute is able to make a positive report on this Dish only adds adds to the Breadth of The Blog.
Lamb Achari
Hector decanted half of the Tender Lamb on top of most of the Jeera Rice. Soup. I was not overly impressed, I knew I would not be raving about this Curry. The Lamb was Delightfully Tender and in Double Figures, just. A Decent Portion, but simply Meat and Sauce, no Interesting Vegetable. The Masala was the Classic Indian Purée, at least this one had no Red Food Dye. The Level of Seasoning was Most Satisfactory this Curry too had a Modest Kick. I kept waiting for the Blast of Flavour associated with – Achari – there was a Hint, as I became closer to the single piece of Lime Rind so the Strength of Flavour grew, much better.
Adding Cumin Seeds to Rice – Simples – and so effective. I now had discrete Flavours blending on the Hector Palate, the Cumin complimented the Pickle. 
This was in no way bad at all. Mainstream Curry, it’s still Curry, but way too much Masala.
Had all six of us been eating simultaneously we would have needed a larger table. The arrival of the second sitting had enabled us to eat in comfort. As we finished so the remaining food was brought.
Chicken Balti
Craig’s Chicken Balti was in a Bucket, again very – Red. Both the Lamb Kadai and Lamb Jalfrazi stood apart from all other Dishes served to our table. The base of the Masala was identical to that served to Hector, however, both had Vegetables added.
Lamb Jalfrazi
Mags listed – Onion, Peas, Carrots and Capsicum. Her Paratha impressed too – 4 Layers were counted. Flakiness – was not reported.
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Lamb Kadai
How’s yours, Darling? – asked Craig.
I’ve finished – was my reply.
Lovely, the lamb is very tender. – was Yvonne’s reply. The sauce is lovely too.
Both diners on my right were well pleased with what they had ordered. Yvonne was pleased to mention Onion and Capsicum as being present in her Masala. Just how she likes it. Craig found the Spice Level to be within his Comfort Zone, just.
This has a bit of a kick to it. It is quite spicy for me. I can deal with it.
Having ordered a Roti, Yvonne did not need all the Masala that had come her way. Soupy Curry is better with Rice. Craig was able to finish her surplus, what was happening here?
That was Bloody Good. – was Craig’s final remark.
The Bill
267.00 Zl (£56.07). A Fair Price for Five Main Courses, Sundries and Various Waters. More than it was have cost us Bearers of Sterling when I wast last in Wroclaw.
The Aftermath
The Calling Card was given and the Curry-Heute Website shown. The Waitress who had dealt with us most had always been available and was never intrusive. She had wondered why all the Photos. I promised the Revue would be Positive. When I first saw my Lamb Achari I didn’t think it would be. Six Happy Diners.
