Monthly Archives: July 2020

Halifax – Sheesh Mahal – #1 Post-Lockdown “Bradford Curry”

Posted on July 16, 2020 by Hector

With Lockdown restrictions eased to the point where travel is permitted and hotels are open, even in Scotland, it was time to get away, properly. When the road-map to reopening was announced, Hector booked four nights at the Bradford Travelodge. … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Karahi Palace – A Day to Remember

Posted on July 15, 2020 by Hector

July 15, 2020, finally, the good people of Scotland can eat out once again. Hector phoned Karahi Palace (51-53 Nelson Street, Tradeston, Glasgow, G5 8DZ) yesterday to confirm that they would be ready to receive dine-in customers. It was already … Continue reading →

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Lockdown Curry #25 – Aberdeen – Lahore Karahi

Posted on July 11, 2020 by Hector

Having seen family, it was time to catch up with friends. Sandy and Tracey extended an invitation to visit, Marg suggested we collect a Takeaway en route. Lahore Karahi (145 King St, Aberdeen, AB24 5AE) was the supplier. Our hosts … Continue reading →

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Lockdown Curry #24 – Graeme cooks Madhur Jaffrey, by the book

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Hector

July 10th, 2020, note the day well. Lockdown continues, however, some restrictions have been lifted. Today, we were finally permitted to drive north and stay over at a  family household. Graeme announced yesterday that Lamb Curry would be served this … Continue reading →

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Lockdown Curry # 23 – Basharat G’z – Open for Business

Posted on July 8, 2020 by Hector

With the five mile travel limit lifted, Hector headed way down south, well as far as Allison Street. Basharat G’z (223-225 Allison Street, Glasgow, G42 8RU) has not been visited since the end of last year. Having phoned a few … Continue reading →

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Lockdown Curry #22 – Marg, the Chef, cooks Keema Mutter Aloo – Hector’s Paratha is improving

Posted on July 4, 2020 by Hector

seeWho chose to get married on Independence Day? Think about it, an easy day to remember. Since our trip to Sri Lanka back in 2003 we have been abroad for our anniversaries, but life-changing events have now decreed otherwise. Meanwhile, … Continue reading →

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