Monthly Archives: September 2019

Glasgow – Mother India’s Cafe – Open as advertised, unlike…

Posted on September 28, 2019 by Hector

Once again Hector finds himself at Mother India’s Cafe (1355 Argyle St, Glasgow, G3 8AD because Banana Leaf (76B, Old Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow, G3 8RE) around the corner failed to open at the time previously told verbally to Hector, and … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Akbar’s – Five go Dining

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Hector

A second visit to Akbar’s (573-581 Sauchiehall Street G3 7PQ) in four weeks? Hector and Marg are becoming regulars. Lord Clive of Crawley is in Scotland. This is Clive’s third evening but only his first Curry, Hector Curry-Heute may be … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Halal Kebab House – If you don’t ask…

Posted on September 25, 2019 by Hector

When Hector last visited Halal Kebab House (164 Albert Drive, Glasgow, G41 2N6) in November last year, the Curry was truly outstanding. This was down to the Chef who had learned the secrets of Yadgar then went on to present … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Yadgar Kebab House – Anything Can Happen In The Next Half Hour

Posted on September 21, 2019 by Hector

Hector was flying solo this Saturday afternoon in Glasgow. An impromptu visit to Yadgar Kebab House (148 Calder St, Govanhill, Glasgow, G42 7QP) was decided upon. Normally the Order is placed in advance, however, there are times when curiosity wins, … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Koh-I-Noor – The End of an Era

Posted on September 20, 2019 by Hector

It is with some sadness, but not surprise, Hector hears that the owners of the Koh-I-Noor (235 North Street, Glasgow, G3 7DL) announced its closure. Three generations have reportedly run the Koh-I-Noor, is this another example of the next generation … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Charcoals Indian Restaurant – Generosity is a Byword

Posted on September 18, 2019 by Hector

The number of venues open mid afternoon north of the river is limited. After the frustration last week in Belgium, of venues not open as published, Hector decided to return to an old faithful: Charcoals Indian Restaurant (26A Renfield St, … Continue reading →

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Brussel – Chilli Grill – Hector on a Mission

Posted on September 15, 2019 by Hector

The recurring thread this week in Belgium has been about turning up at venues to find they are not open at the advertised times. This has happened twice and on consecutive days, (…writes Hector,  trying to avoid a tautology) here … Continue reading →

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Brussel – Chilli Grill – Hector is nothing, if not persistent

Posted on September 14, 2019 by Hector

Having made the phone-call last evening to establish when Chilli Grill (Rue Antoine Dansaert172, 1000 Brussel, Belgium) would actually open today, Hector arrived just before 13.00 having been told – noon. As with yesterday, the shutters were down, no sign … Continue reading →

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Brussel – La Tour du Midi – Moroccan Roll!

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Hector

Hector had plans for Curry-Heute at Chilli Grill (Rue Antoine Dansaert 172, 1000 Brussel, Belgium) the foremost Curry House in Brussel, and source of genuine Punjabi-Desi Fayre. Dr. Stan has been regularly as he has passed through Brussel in his … Continue reading →

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Gent – Indian Curry House – Curry that tastes like – Curry!

Posted on September 12, 2019 by Hector

Today’s Curry venue – Indian Curry House (Sint-Michielsstraat 10, 9000 Gent, Belgium) proudly boast that they serve the – best Indian food in town. Punjabi Tandoori excepted, the competition isn’t up to much. Across the street from the Restaurant is … Continue reading →

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