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Marg Cooks : Fragrant Lamb Korma

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Hector

It may have been a somewhat tongue in cheek present, but Marg received a cookery for her recent birthday, and not from me. Marg can cook, however, the norm in Hector’s House is that she doesn’t. Despite the joy of … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Ambala – A Transformation

Posted on January 27, 2025 by Hector

The tour of the Southside Curry Cafe venues continues. Towards the end of last year, in passing, I spotted the new signage at Ambala (11 Forth St., Glasgow, Scotland, G41 2SP). It was hard not to. Arriving with Marg at … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – The Village “Curry House” – … and Hector made twelve

Posted on January 25, 2025 by Hector

The Village “Curry House” (119 West St., Tradeston, Glasgow G5 8BA) was not Hector’s intended venue this afternoon, matters Geography, determined this. Storm Éowyn may have past, however, there were possibly no trains running in Central Scotland today. My limited … Continue reading →

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Hector Cooks – Palak Gosht

Posted on January 22, 2025 by Hector

I keep seeing recipes online for either Prawns or Chicken with Spinach, not Curry. As yet, none have been tried, but having seemingly bought a lot of Spinach in recent weeks, which has to be used, Palak Gosht was calling … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Yadgar – Inauguration Day

Posted on January 20, 2025 by Hector

My last visit to Yadgar Kebab House (148 Calder St, Govanhill, Glasgow, G42 7QP), and too many months ago, appears to have coincided with someone in the USA receiving a bloody ear. Today, as I ate my feast at Yadgar, … Continue reading →

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Manchester – Kabana – Lamb Chops, California-style

Posted on January 16, 2025 by Hector

Lamb Chops Tikka (£6.50) at Kabana (22 Back Turner St., Northern Quarter, Manchester M4 1FR England), Marg had them on Monday, Clive on Tuesday, today, finally, it’s Hector’s turn. Are they that good? At this price for four large Lamb … Continue reading →

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Manchester – Golden Tandoori – Seating Restored

Posted on January 16, 2025 by Hector

Late nights in the Northern Quarter used to be – later. Currently, one only has until 23.00 to acquire – the munchies. Having only had Lamb Chops at lunchtime, the Hector was definitely in need of more sustenance. For the … Continue reading →

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Manchester – Lahori Butt Karahi – Good Food, Good Value, Wacky Service

Posted on January 15, 2025 by Hector

Day #3 in Manchester, time for a feast. Spotted last year, but temporarily closed due to a hiatus, Lahori Butt Karahi (142b Cheetham Hill Rd., Manchester M8 8PZ England) was today’s chosen venue. With – The Ladies – having lunch, … Continue reading →

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Manchester – Kabana – Seven In Attendance

Posted on January 14, 2025 by Hector

What time are we meeting? – texted Steve. Now – I replied. And so Hector, Marg and Maggie entered Kabana (22 Back Turner St., Northern Quarter, Manchester M4 1FR England) at the arranged 13.30. Steve and Mags were at the … Continue reading →

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Manchester – Kabana – It Begins…

Posted on January 13, 2025 by Hector

The first trip of 2025 sees Hector, Marg, and a fair representation of – The Company – in Manchester. This year, a week earlier than our norm as fans of The Famous may be invading Manchester next week. Whilst the … Continue reading →

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