Monthly Archives: February 2019

Edinburgh – Desi Pakwan – Fine Punjabi Cuisine

Posted on February 28, 2019 by Hector

Hector was in Praha this morning arriving back at Edinburgh Airport at 12.30. Some of – The Company – were assembling this afternoon in the East, and so Hector decided to postpone the rest of the journey back to Glasgow. … Continue reading →

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Praha – Sri Lankan Curry House – Another Major Discovery

Posted on February 27, 2019 by Hector

Vinhorady, Hector has been visiting this part of Praha for many years.  Vinhorady appears to be the focal point for many of the new Craft Beer outlets, there are also three Curry Houses just off this square. Sri Lankan Curry … Continue reading →

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Praha – Spice Affair – Al Karim – A Comedy of Errors

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Hector

There was a late start to the day, something to do with a late end to yesterday. The rendezvous at Al Karim (11 Jindrisska Nove Mesto Praha 1 Czechia) was pushed back to 14.00. Steve and Hector entered the building … Continue reading →

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Praha – Amritsar Mail – Exceptional Lamb Madras!

Posted on February 25, 2019 by Hector

Curry-Heute is also about exploration, with a view to discovering venues which serve Curry as good as, or possibly even better than Glasgow’s Top Rated – says the About page. Occasionally Hector strikes gold, today at Amritsar Mail (Vodickova 701/34, … Continue reading →

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Praha – Masala – Lights out, Lights out in Prague

Posted on February 24, 2019 by Hector

What were the chances of discovering a Curry House some thirty metres from the apartment? (emoticon understood) Masala (J. Masaryka 326/36, 120 00 Vinohrady, Praha Czechia) is that very venue. Steve decided to call it a day, it was only … Continue reading →

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A different approach to Karahi Gosht, plus Hector’s first attempt at Home-made Paratha

Posted on February 22, 2019 by Hector

For those expecting Butter Chicken, get real, Karahi Gosht trumps all! Watching Parveen’s Sunday morning TV programme has made Hector determined to make Bread. Chapattis were tried years ago, yeuch! Parveen showed how to make a Stuffed Paratha, however, this … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Banana Leaf – The Fifth Visit

Posted on February 16, 2019 by Hector

On the last visit I said I would be back for the Fish Moilee (£7.99). The Prawn Kozhumbu (£7.99) is one for the future. Arriving at 15.00, Banana Leaf was empty. Chef was working away at the rear of the … Continue reading →

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Hector cooks Tandoori-style Chicken

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Hector

Chicken Tikka tell me what’s wrong… Hector has been watching Parveen’s Indian Kitchen for the last few weeks, useful lessons have been learned. Watch this space for future Blogs on an attempt to make Paratha, and even Butter Chicken which … Continue reading →

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Renfrew – Green Gates – A Name from The Past

Posted on February 13, 2019 by Hector

It’s that time of year when every Chap has to take his Chapatti out for a romantic dinner. Cheaper than flowers, and two people get to enjoy. Marg has another commitment tomorrow and so Hector gets to save a few … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Karahi Palace – Chef Rashid works his wonders

Posted on February 9, 2019 by Hector

There was an early rise this morning, 03.45 (GMT) to accommodate a flight from Malta back to Glasgow-Prestwick. There was only one thing on Hector’s mind thereafter, a Karahi Gosht (£7.90) at Karahi Palace (51 – 53 Nelson Street, Tradeston, … Continue reading →

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