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Glasgow – Yadgar – Sit in, Takeaway

A bloodied ear for a would-be President was followed soon after by a bloodied nose for them Dan Sath. Standing under the new-ish sign at Yadgar Kebab House (148 Calder St, Govanhill, Glasgow, G42 7QP) added the yellow to Hector’s … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Kinara – The Hanging Gardens of King Street

Kinara (10 King Street, Glasgow G1 5QP) is the latest addition to the Merchant City’s Curry scene. Kinara has been in business for two months having replaced the Russian cafe/restaurant at this locus. Russia not too popular then? And given … Continue reading

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Aberdeen – Rehmat’s Restaurant – Still Great Curry, Still Great Value

Back in Blighty for exactly one month, Hector’s itchy feet needed a scratch. A well known and reliable Curry Blog reveals that the Hector has avoided going to Aberdeen for some sixteen months. Actually it’s not the city that is … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Chimes of India – There’s Something Special Happening Here

Hector has been home for a month. A month of visiting local venues, and two new ones at that. Yes, John, I’ll get to 29 States – soonest. Despite brazenly championing the Punjabi Curry Houses of the Southside, today, Hector … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Murphy’s Pakora Bar – ? Really !

July 4, apart from a General Election, not much happening today, but it is Marg and Hector’s twenty first wedding anniversary. The majority of anniversary dinners have been enjoyed abroad, presently, we need a break from travel. It was Marg … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Sheerin Palace – Back for More Aloo Keema!

There I was on a July morning, looking for – Curry. (sorry, Ken). Setting off for Curry before noon in Glasgow is quite unusual, however, the post-Curry activity on a Monday is shifting earlier as time passes. The joy of … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Sheerin Palace – The Warmest Reception Yet

Sheerin Palace (300 Allison St, Govanhill/Crosshill, Glasgow, G42 8HQ), it had to be. As I perused the business end of the menu at The Village earlier in the week, the desire to have Kofta Anda was planted in the mind. … Continue reading

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Glasgow – The Village “Curry House” – Pleasure In The Extreme

The Village “Curry House” (119 West St., Tradeston, Glasgow G5 8BA) continues to suit Hector’s requirements: open at lunchtime, and all day. The location is also favourable, a short walk across the Clyde or, as in today, minutes from the … Continue reading

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Curry-Heute Visits – Glasgow Mela – 2024

Today was Marg and Hector’s fourth Glasgow Mela. A day when the majority of the congregation, having a  heritage in the Indian Subcontinent, mingle in Kelvingrove Park, whilst avoiding what appears to be a pram rally. No Bier tent – … Continue reading

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Clydebank – Spice India – A Sneaky Pakora

With a visit to Glasgow Mela planned for tomorrow, there was no Curry-Heute. However, there was a visit to the local Indian Takeaway, Spice India (133 Riddle Street, Clydebank G81 2DH) most unusual. The Curry had here to date has … Continue reading

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