After a decidedly abstemious afternoon spent in the company of the Berlin Ladies, then watching the World Cup at Society, the munchies arrived. This was triggered by the friendly chaps, sharing my table, filling the table with food. They were also interested to hear that half of the Australian football team had a Scottish connection. No wonder they lost. Another Curry? Back in the day, there would have been no question. Lockdown changed this.
Having not been to delhi2go (119 Oldham St., Manchester M4 1LN England) since January, I needed to check all was well here. I also knew that there were many alternatives to Curry.
I have not explored Peri-Peri Chicken much beyond Nando’s, but did give this some consideration. An entire trip without a Burger/Pizza, is something I like to prove is possible. Lamb Chops it would be. I had a choice of a portion of four Lamb Chops as a Starter (£7.40), presumably served naked. Else, under – Freshly Grilled Peri Peri Chicken & Fish – I could have – Grilled Lamb Chops (£8.99) served with Rice or Fries.
Not more Rice, and Chips I can live without. Is it any wonder I eat so much Curry? I asked for a Naan instead, and the Chops to be – well done. The young chap serving was happy with this. No Drinks, Lemonaded out.
I recognised none of the staff, all change. During my wait I kept my eyes on the kitchen doorway, no sign of Chef Rashid, though if he has a brother… A new guy popped between the kitchen and the serving area where the grilling is done, a new manager? In January there will no doubt be more late night visits to delhi2go, We’ll become known again.
The Bill
£8.99 It was 20.30, have I ever been here so early?
The food was served in a polystyrene container, the crockery has not returned since Lockdown, plastic cutlery too. There were no printed menus and so I cannot update the prices other than shown. The Curry Menu looks to have shrunk, but – apna style – is still available.
Lamb Chops
I opened the box: Rice, and a Salad, of sorts. Maybe a Naan would have been too dry an accompaniment, I was given a small portion of Sauce. This partly covered the greenery.
Four Chops, none particularly large, they were decidedly pink. Food dye in the Yoghurt and Tikka mix?
The Chops had been suitably cremated, the burnt taste takes them to a different level. The eating of the Chops was therefore having the desired experience, however, I had the Rice to address. How much Rice can a Hector eat in one day? Today I found out. Is there a conspiracy? Rice without Masala needs other distractions, the Salad was not it.
The Aftermath
Just as I was putting on my coat, I spotted Chef Rashid appear briefly in the kitchen doorway. All should be well with the Curry at delhi2go.