Despite being December 2nd, and St. Andrew’s Day being on November 30th, not all businesses were open today at lunchtime. A holiday for some, that put the kybosh on visiting Glasgow’s latest re-branding of a city centre Curry House. Next Monday.
Instead, Marg and Hector took their £Curry to New Cafe Reeshah (455 Shields Road, Pollokshields, Glasgow G41 1NP) for a 13.30 Lamb Lahori Karahi (£13.00) – large. There was a phone-call at noon, firstly to verify they were open, as if, but more importantly, to guarantee the availability of the truly outstanding Desi Karahi served on-the-bone.
Yes, Marg is back from her month in the antipodes, but is not sporting her medal today. This would be Marg’s first visit to these premises since the addition of the – New. The modest seating area was therefore understood. Arshad greeted as we entered and offered to close the door. Good idea, a bit chilly out there, winter is here.
Having helped myself to water for the counter, a Tandoori Naan (£1.50) and a Chapatti (£1.00) were confirmed as the sundries. The reheat took moments. Arshad brought out the food.
Both Breads were served whole. Pleasing, a standard that Curry-Heute is trying to establish. It’s so much more satisfying tearing one’s own Bread apart. The Wholemeal Chapatti was huge, and just how Marg likes them. The Naan had a massive blister, was therefore well risen, light and fluffy. An excellent Naan.
We both remarked that we would manage more Bread if were eating later. But this is the schedule.
Lamb Lahori Karahi
The Meat count reached double figures, I suspect the portion may have been somewhere between standard and large. We both had a Sucky Bone, always a treat and the sign of quality Meat. Such simple things can makes one’s day.
There was plenty of Masala for dipping. Shorva-esque feels an appropriate description, so not as thick a Masala as one might expect, but when one knows what’s coming, not a problem.
Peppery – was Marg’s immediate reaction. This is what she particularly likes, not a huge Chilli hit. Hence, her usual declaration, for once, was not apposite.
The Seasoning is what struck the Hector first of all, as the Spice Level started to grow. Marg remarked that she didn’t see why the Spice Level would be too much for anyone, this is how well it was pitched. Eating Curry is not meant to be an ordeal, but a pleasure, surely. Today’s was satisfaction on a plate. Marg:
A good helping of tender meat both on and off the bone. Easy to eat and easy to enjoy. A thin but flavoursome sauce allowed me to justify the wholemeal Chapatti. Overall, a lovely peppery taste with different spices left in the mouth afterwards. A wonderful experience.
The Tender Meat oozed juice meaning the full Flavour of the Masala was to the fore. A Namkeen Flavour from what appeared to be a Tomato-based Masala, is what I noted.
Naan, Meat and Shorva, a simple, but delightful meal.
The only negative was the temperature of the room resulting in tepid food by the end of eating. But hey-ho, this is a Takeaway establishment, not a restaurant. It’s a privilege to be permitted to sit here and enjoy the food at source.
The Bill
£25.00 A bit of favourable rounding.
The Aftermath
Arshad asked Marg if she had enjoyed her meal, confirmed. He said he was looking forward to seeing my comments. It’s good to know that I have captured his interest.
Arshad informed me that they have Nihari available every other day. I was assured the Masala was not too thin. The Hector will have his Nihari, one day. He then pointed to a ready portion of Paya, not for me, nor is Haleem, I informed him. The Aloo Keema on display did look inviting. There may only be a small range of – Desi Curry – containers on display, however, it appears there is always going to be something of interest on offer here.
With the car at my disposal, why didn’t I buy a Takeaway?