Andel was the meeting point today. Some would be in situ long before before the Curry ritual was over. Ricky’s insistence on Buffet would make us particularly late. Having declined the Lunchtime Menu at Golden Tikka (Katerinska), we took the tram across the river to Taj Mahal Express (Mozartova 942/10 150 00, Praha, Czechia). Four years ago, Hector had an excellent chat with Russel, Mein Host, whilst his son prepared a late night Takeaway. I was hoping to meet up again.
Ricky stormed in, the staff assumed that we were having the Buffet (140Kc). I reluctantly accepted my fate even though this would mean having Chicken, there was no Lamb Curry. This was late in the day for a Lunchtime Buffet, inevitably some of the kettles were approaching empty, none of the food on display was – Hot. Why did Hector persevere? If anything it provides a break from the usual – Karahi Gosht.
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Daal Soup
This was excellent! The Seasoning was there, full of Flavour and a modest kick. I would have been proud to have made this Lentil Soup myself.
Chicken Dopeaza Methi Chicken
I ignored the Dopeaza due to the colour, far too – Red. Being a Methi-Man, the second Curry might at least give off one my my favourite Flavours.
Vegetable Curry Aloo Gobi
I took little more than a spoonful of the Vegetable Curry, to still have free reign over the abundant Aloo Gobi should provide satisfaction.
Note the quantity of Rice on my plate when left to serve myself, no Euro-Mountains here. Freshly made Naan was brought to the table, an alternative to the Rice, and much appreciated.
I started with the Methi Chicken. Where was the Methi? This was a Curry I would 
never order as a solitary Dish, far too Creamy. After the Soup, this was woefully under-seasoned, there was Spice, little else. The Chicken was firm, dry, and therefore did absolutely nothing except remind me why I generally avoid Chicken Curry.
The Vegetable Curry somehow became lost on the plate, buried beneath the Aloo Gobi? I found a piece of Carrot but thereafter could not distinguish between this and the Potato and Cauliflower.
The Aloo Gobi had been thoughtfully prepared in terms of the – Texture. The Cauliflower was almost – al dente – the Potatoes – soft. Sadly, the hoped for Flavours were not present. One has been spoiled by the Vegetable Curry and Aloo Gobi at Yadgar (Glasgow), they have set the standard, today’s offerings were Division #3 in comparison.
Meanwhile across the table, Ricky was raving about the Chicken Dopeaza. He drew the waiter’s attention to the fact that there was none left. Late in the day as it was, fresh Soup was brought out, then more Chicken Dopeaza and another Naan. We were being well looked after.
I went up for some Dopeaza. Again I have to dismiss the Chicken, the Big Blobs of Onion were the medium by which I accompanied the Masala. This Curry was – Hot! It also had way more Flavour than anything I had eaten since the Soup.
A Semolina-style Dessert was also available, I passed on this. I showed one of the waiters the photo of Mein Host. This triggered an immediate response. Russel was apparently phoned, I was asked to confirm that I was – The Blogger, and could I 
wait twenty minutes. We were running late, I had already asked for the – The Bill – twice. A – Special Dessert – was mentioned, I told the chaps we needed to leave. They had their own agenda. Gulab Jamun was presented along with Chocolates that would accompany a coffee. They weren’t finished. Taj Mahal Express – pens were presented, we were getting the full treatment. Finally, we got – The Bill.
The Bill
175Kc (£5.83) We paid separately, I had added a Fanta (35Kc). An – all you can eat lunch – for under a fiver. If one likes Chicken Curry, then it’s ideal. Next time, Hector will dine a la carte and have Lamb or Fish.
The Aftermath
I had to take a photo of the manager. He and his staff had done everything to make us welcome.